iOS 16.5.1 Jailbreak: Status, Tools & Download Links

Status Verified: October 2026
iOS 16.5.1 jailbreak status: Fully supported using Dopamine, palera1n, verified against data current through iOS 27.0.1. Yes, jailbreak is available for iOS 16.5.1 on select devices!

iOS 16.5.1 jailbreaks here are semi-untethered / semi-tethered — see what that means for daily use.

How to Jailbreak iOS 16.5.1 (Supported Devices)

A14
Dopamine
  • iPhone 12 Pro Max
  • iPhone 12 Pro
  • iPhone 12 mini
  • iPhone 12
A13
Dopamine
  • iPhone 11 Pro Max
  • iPhone 11 Pro
  • iPhone 11
  • iPhone SE (2020)
A12
Dopamine
  • iPhone XS Max (China)
  • iPhone XS Max
  • iPhone XS
  • iPhone XR
A11
palera1nDopamine
  • iPhone X (GSM)
  • iPhone X (Global)
  • iPhone 8 Plus (GSM)
  • iPhone 8 Plus (Global)
  • iPhone 8 (GSM)
  • and 1 more...

palera1n requires PC. Passcode must be disabled on iOS 16+.

A10
palera1nDopamine
  • iPhone 7 Plus (GSM)
  • iPhone 7 Plus (Global)
  • iPhone 7 (GSM)
  • iPhone 7 (Global)
  • iPod touch 7
A9
palera1nDopamine
  • iPhone SE
  • iPhone 6s+
  • iPhone 6s
A8
palera1nDopamine
  • iPhone 6+
  • iPhone 6
  • iPod touch 6

iOS 16.5.1 Not Supported Yet

The following chips do not have a confirmed public jailbreak for iOS 16.5.1:

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Available iOS 16.5.1 Jailbreak Tools & Downloads

Dopamine

Semi-untethered

Modern rootless jailbreak. No computer needed after initial setup via TrollStore. Rejailbreak from your device after reboot.

palera1n

Semi-tethered

Uses the checkm8 bootrom exploit. Requires a computer each time you reboot, but very stable and supports the latest iOS versions on compatible devices.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I jailbreak iOS 16.5.1?

Yes, iOS 16.5.1 supports jailbreaking on specific devices using tools like Dopamine, palera1n. Check the device compatibility list above.

Is it safe to jailbreak iOS 16.5.1?

Dopamine and palera1n are the tools people actually use on iOS 16.5.1. It's semi-untethered, so it modifies system files but doesn't touch the bootloader. Back up your device before installing either way.

Semi-untethered or semi-tethered — which type is this?

iOS 16.5.1 jailbreaks use semi-untethered and/or semi-tethered tools. See jailbreakly.com/guide/jailbreak-types for what that means for daily use and reboots.

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