The iPhone 6s may be nearly ten years old, but it’s still going strong — and better yet, it’s one of the easiest iPhones to jailbreak. Since the 6s is capped at iOS 15.8.3, you don’t need to worry about newer iOS versions breaking compatibility.
In this tutorial, we’ll walk you through the best jailbreak method for the iPhone 6s in 2025, using TrollStore and Dopamine.
Why Jailbreak the iPhone 6s?
Even in 2025, the iPhone 6s is perfect for jailbreaking:
- Customise your device with themes and tweaks
- Install apps not available on the App Store
- Enhance privacy and security with advanced tools
- Extend the life of your iPhone beyond Apple’s restrictions
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Jailbreak Compatibility
- Device: iPhone 6s (and 6s Plus)
- Max iOS Version Supported: 15.8.3
- Jailbreak Tool: Dopamine (via TrollStore)
- Method Type: Semi-untethered (re-jailbreak after reboot, but app is permanent with TrollStore)
What You Need
- A Mac or Windows computer
- iTunes (latest version)
- iCloud (latest version)
- AltServer → to install AltStore
- AltStore → to sideload TrollStore
- TrollStore → for permanent signing
- Dopamine → the jailbreak tool
Step-by-Step Jailbreak Tutorial
Step 1: Install AltStore
- Download AltServer on your computer.
- Install AltStore onto your iPhone 6s using AltServer.
Step 2: Install TrollStore
- Open AltStore on your iPhone.
- Sideload and install TrollStore.
- This will allow apps to remain permanently signed.
Step 3: Install Dopamine
- Download the Dopamine jailbreak app.
- Open TrollStore, and install Dopamine through it.
Step 4: Jailbreak
- Launch Dopamine on your iPhone 6s.
- Tap “Jailbreak”.
- Your device will respring.
- Done — your iPhone 6s is jailbroken.
After Rebooting
The jailbreak is semi-tethered, meaning:
- If you restart your phone, you’ll need to open Dopamine and tap Re-Jailbreak.
- Thanks to TrollStore, Dopamine will stay signed forever — no need to reinstall.
Where to Download the Tools
Always download from official sources only:
- AltStore – altstore.io
- TrollStore – official GitHub (opa334)
- Dopamine – official GitHub (opa334)
- iTunes / iCloud – Apple.com
Final Thoughts
The iPhone 6s is still one of the best devices to jailbreak in 2025. Since it’s capped at iOS 15.8.3, compatibility is stable, and you won’t need to worry about future iOS updates breaking your jailbreak.
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