Guide

How to Install SideStore

Understand the SideStore installation approach and how to browse compatible IPA repositories.

What SideStore is

SideStore is an alternative sideloading project used by people who want to install IPA apps outside the App Store. It has its own setup requirements and refresh workflow.

Use official setup instructions

Because SideStore setup requirements change over time, always use the official SideStore documentation for installation steps. iappstores helps with discovery after setup by organizing app and repository metadata.

Browsing SideStore-compatible repositories

Many repositories indexed by iappstores are AltStore or SideStore compatible. Repository pages show source names, app listings, categories, and download options when the source metadata includes them.

FAQ

Is SideStore the same as AltStore?

No. They are related sideloading tools, but setup and refresh behavior can differ.

Does iappstores host SideStore repositories?

No. iappstores indexes third-party repository metadata and links back to source URLs.