: Apps signed with a free Apple ID only remain valid for 7 days . After 7 days, the app will crash upon opening. You will need to reconnect your phone to 3uTools, sign the IPA file again, and reinstall it. (Your app data is generally preserved during reinstallation).
Return to your home screen; the app will now open and run normally. Troubleshooting Common Errors 1. Connection Failure / Device Not Detected
If the installation process seems to freeze, check the following basic requirements: how to install ipa file with 3utools
Before starting, ensure you have:
: On the left sidebar of 3uTools, click the Apps button (note: use the one in the sidebar, not the top tab). : Apps signed with a free Apple ID
: Recommended for personal use. Click "Add Apple ID," enter your credentials, and select your device's UDID. Note that apps signed this way are typically valid for 7 days .
If the IPA file is not signed with a paid Apple Developer account (common for sideloaded apps), you must manually trust the developer profile on your iPhone before the app will open. (Your app data is generally preserved during reinstallation)
Sometimes the Apple ID needs two-factor authentication authorized, or the password is incorrect. Conclusion
Tap and confirm the choice in the pop-up. Common Troubleshooting Tips
Once the progress bar reaches 100%, the app icon will appear on your iOS device's home screen. Before opening the app, you must trust the developer certificate on your device: Open the app on your iPhone or iPad.
Method 2: Installing Unsigned IPAs using IPA Signer (Sideloading)