The original iPhone SE (2016) may be small, but in 2025 it’s still one of the easiest iPhones to jailbreak. Since it’s capped at iOS 15.8.4, you don’t need to worry about iOS 16 or newer breaking compatibility — it remains rock solid for jailbreaking.
This guide walks you through the best method to jailbreak the iPhone SE (1st Gen) using AltStore, TrollStore, and Dopamine.
Why Jailbreak the iPhone SE?
- Customise your phone with themes and tweaks
- Run apps outside the App Store
- Boost privacy and control
- Extend the life of your older iPhone
- Great budget device for mods and tweaks
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Jailbreak Compatibility
- Device: iPhone SE (1st Gen, 2016)
- Max iOS Supported: 15.8.4
- Jailbreak Tool: Dopamine (via TrollStore)
- Method Type: Semi-untethered (requires re-jailbreak after reboot, but app is permanent with TrollStore)
What You’ll Need
- A Mac or Windows computer
- Latest iTunes
- Latest iCloud
- AltServer → installs AltStore
- AltStore → to sideload TrollStore
- TrollStore → for permanent signing
- Dopamine → jailbreak app
Step-by-Step Jailbreak Tutorial
Step 1: Install AltStore
- Download and install AltServer on your computer.
- Connect your iPhone SE via USB.
- Use AltServer to install AltStore onto your device.
Step 2: Install TrollStore
- Open AltStore on your iPhone.
- Sideload and install TrollStore.
- TrollStore ensures apps like Dopamine stay permanently signed.
Step 3: Install Dopamine
- Download the Dopamine jailbreak app.
- Open TrollStore and install Dopamine.
Step 4: Jailbreak
- Launch the Dopamine app.
- Tap “Jailbreak.”
- Your iPhone SE will respring.
- Done — your device is now jailbroken.
After Rebooting
The jailbreak is semi-tethered:
- After a reboot, just open Dopamine and tap Re-Jailbreak.
- Thanks to TrollStore, Dopamine stays signed permanently — no reinstallation needed.
Safe Download Links
Always download from official sources:
- AltStore – altstore.io
- TrollStore – GitHub (opa334)
- Dopamine – GitHub (opa334)
- iTunes / iCloud – apple.com
Final Thoughts
The iPhone SE (1st Gen) on iOS 15.8.4 is one of the most stable jailbreak devices in 2025. With AltStore, TrollStore, and Dopamine, you can unlock the full power of your device in just a few steps.
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