How to Get Free Apps on Cydia

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Back up your iOS device to iCloud or iTunes.

   This helps protect your personal data in the event jailbreaking wipes and erases all data from your device.
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   Step 2: Tap on “Settings” and select “General.”

   ,,,,,,, One or more compatible jailbreak software will display on-screen. , You’ll be prompted to download the software, then connect your iOS device to your computer to run the jailbreak process. , Cydia will now be displayed on the Springboard.,, All repositories will load and display on-screen.
   
   Repositories, also known as sources, host software packages and apps that are only available on Cydia. ,, Xsellize is a repo that offers paid Cydia apps and themes for free. ,, Sinful iPhone Repo is another repo that offers paid Cydia apps and themes for free. ,,,, You may see two different versions of select apps in search results: the paid versions, and the free, cracked versions. ,, When enabled, this feature can often interfere with jailbreaking.
   
   Click on the “Summary” tab for your iOS device and remove the checkmark next to “Encrypt backup.” Back up your iOS device again, then restart the jailbreaking process. , This is a common error that occurs frequently on jailbroken devices after installing a faulty tweak.Press and hold down the Volume Up button when the Apple logo displays on-screen.
   
   Release the Volume Up button when the device starts to boot up normally.
   
   Launch Cydia and uninstall the faulty tweak from your device.
   
   Restart your device.
   
   Cydia will now load normally. , Faulty hardware can cause problems with your computer and software detecting your device. , In some cases, certain jailbreak software may no longer be compatible with your version of iOS. , This can restore the original factory settings and correct software problems on your device.
   
   Go to Settings > General > Reset, then tap on “Erase all content and settings.”, This can help refresh both devices so you can successfully complete the jailbreak.
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   Step 3: Tap on “Passcode Lock” and enter your passcode.

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   Step 4: Switch the Passcode Lock slider to “Off.” This feature must be disabled for jailbreaking to work successfully.

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   Step 5: Tap on the back button and select “About.”

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   Step 6: Take note of your iOS version next to “Version.” This information is required so you can identify the software needed to jailbreak your device and install Cydia.

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   Step 7: Navigate to the Jailbreak Wizard on iClarified at http://www.iclarified.com/jailbreak/.

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   Step 8: Select your iOS device

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   Step 9: then select your iOS version.

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    Step 10: Indicate whether your computer runs Windows or Mac OS X.

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    Step 11: Click on the jailbreak software of your choice

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    Step 12: then follow the on-screen instructions to jailbreak your device.

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    Step 13: Disconnect the iOS device from your computer when jailbreaking is complete.

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    Step 14: Launch Cydia and tap on “Manage” at the bottom of your screen.

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    Step 15: Tap on the “Sources” tab.

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    Step 16: Tap on “Edit

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    Step 17: ” then tap on “Add.”

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    Step 18: Enter the following URL: http://cydia.xsellize.com.

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    Step 19: Tap on “Add Source

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    Step 20: ” then tap on “Add” again.

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    Step 21: Enter the following URL: http://www.sinfuliphonerepo.com/.

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    Step 22: Tap on “Add Source

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    Step 23: ” then tap on “Add.”

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    Step 24: Enter the following URL: http://cydia.imodzone.net

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    Step 25: then tap “Add Source.” You now have three different repos in Cydia that provide free

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    Step 26: cracked apps.

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    Step 27: Tap on “Return to Cydia.” The repos you added will take a few moments to load.

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    Step 28: Tap on “Search

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    Step 29: ” and either browse apps or enter search criteria for apps you want installed on your device.

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    Step 30: Tap on the free app you want installed

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    Step 31: then tap “Install.” The app will install itself on your jailbroken device.

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    Step 32: Disable the encrypted backup feature in iTunes if jailbreaking fails to complete or freezes during the process.

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    Step 33: Reset your iOS device if the device reboots repeatedly on a loop after jailbreaking.

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    Step 34: Try using a different USB cable or USB port if your computer fails to detect or recognize your iOS device.

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    Step 35: Try using different jailbreak software if you experience ongoing problems or receive errors during the process.

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    Step 36: Try resetting your iOS device if you continue to experience problems when jailbreaking.

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    Step 37: Restart both your iOS device and computer if jailbreaking fails to work.

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