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How can I switch my iPad 8's operating system?

I've bought an iPad 8 for school and I'd like to use a different operating system as iOs doesn't really allow you to use software from outside of the AppStore. I've looked into sideloading for iOs but it seems quite limited.

iPad (8th generation)

Posted on Aug 31, 2023 7:05 AM

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Posted on Aug 31, 2023 8:11 AM

Your iPad is only capable of running iPadOS. Outside of centrally Enterprise and Educational establishments, where other sources of software may be available, compatible Apps for iOS/iPadOS are only available from the Apple App Store.


Side-loading is otherwise only possible for jailbroken devices - this being a practice that no only bypasses all of the security protections that are intended to protect your sensitive and personal information from compromise, but also invalidates any warranties associated with your iPad.

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Aug 31, 2023 8:11 AM in response to Komos63

Your iPad is only capable of running iPadOS. Outside of centrally Enterprise and Educational establishments, where other sources of software may be available, compatible Apps for iOS/iPadOS are only available from the Apple App Store.


Side-loading is otherwise only possible for jailbroken devices - this being a practice that no only bypasses all of the security protections that are intended to protect your sensitive and personal information from compromise, but also invalidates any warranties associated with your iPad.

How can I switch my iPad 8's operating system?

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