Supported Devices
- iPhone X
- iPhone 8 Plus
- iPhone 8
palera1n requires PC. Passcode must be disabled on iOS 16+.
- iPhone 7 Plus
- iPhone 7
- iPod touch 7
- iPhone SE
- iPhone 6s Plus
- iPhone 6s
- iPhone 6 Plus
- iPhone 6
- iPod touch 6
Not Supported Yet
The following chips do not have a confirmed public jailbreak for iOS 16.6.1:
Available Tools for iOS 16.6.1
palera1n
Semi-tetheredUses the checkm8 bootrom exploit. Requires a computer each time you reboot, but very stable and supports the latest iOS versions on compatible devices.
Dopamine
Semi-untetheredModern rootless jailbreak. No computer needed after initial setup via TrollStore. Rejailbreak from your device after reboot.
Comparing Versions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I jailbreak iOS 16.6.1?
Yes, iOS 16.6.1 supports jailbreaking on specific devices using tools like palera1n, Dopamine. Check the device compatibility list above.
Is it safe to jailbreak iOS 16.6.1?
palera1n and Dopamine are the tools people actually use on iOS 16.6.1. 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 16.6.1 jailbreaks use semi-tethered and/or semi-untethered tools. See jailbreakly.com/guide/jailbreak-types for what that means for daily use and reboots.