Jailbreaks are now categorized by the hardware they target and whether they are "semi-untethered" (requiring a re-run after a reboot).

Jailbreaking has evolved significantly from the early days of "one-click" tools to a complex landscape of hardware-specific exploits and "jailbreak alternatives." As of early 2026, while a universal jailbreak for all iOS versions does not exist, there are robust solutions for specific ranges of hardware and software.

: Focuses on unlocking hidden system features (like Always-On Display or Charge Limiting) by modifying system configurations without a full jailbreak.