The iPhone XS Max might be from 2018, but in 2025 it’s still a powerhouse — and one of the best large-screen iPhones to jailbreak. With Dopamine 2.0, you can jailbreak iOS 15.0 through 16.5 on the XS Max, giving you full customisation, privacy tweaks, and access to apps Apple won’t allow.
In this guide, we’ll show you the best jailbreak method for the iPhone XS Max in 2025.
Why Jailbreak the iPhone XS Max?
- Unlock full system customisation with tweaks and themes
- Install powerful apps outside the App Store
- Enhance privacy and security with advanced tools
- Extend the usable life of your iPhone XS Max
- Enjoy the same performance as the XS with a larger screen
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Jailbreak Compatibility
- Device: iPhone XS Max (A12 chip)
- Supported iOS Versions: 15.0 – 16.5
- Jailbreak Tool: Dopamine 2.0
- Helper Tools: AltStore + TrollStore
- Method Type: Semi-untethered (requires re-jailbreak after reboot, but Dopamine stays permanent with TrollStore)
What You’ll Need
- A Mac or Windows computer
- Latest iTunes (Windows users)
- Latest iCloud (Windows users)
- AltServer → installs AltStore
- AltStore → to sideload TrollStore
- TrollStore → permanent signing for Dopamine
- Dopamine 2.0 app → jailbreak tool
Step-by-Step Jailbreak Tutorial
Step 1: Install AltStore
- Download AltServer on your computer.
- Connect your iPhone XS Max via USB.
- Use AltServer to install AltStore on your device.
Step 2: Install TrollStore
- Open AltStore on your iPhone XS Max.
- Sideload and install TrollStore.
- TrollStore ensures Dopamine never expires.
Step 3: Install Dopamine 2.0
- Download the latest Dopamine 2.0 IPA file.
- Open TrollStore and install Dopamine.
Step 4: Jailbreak
- Launch the Dopamine app.
- Tap “Jailbreak.”
- Wait while the jailbreak runs.
- Your iPhone XS Max will respring — now jailbroken.
After Rebooting
- This jailbreak is semi-tethered.
- After a reboot, open Dopamine and tap Re-Jailbreak.
- Thanks to TrollStore, the app stays permanently signed.
Safe Download Sources
Always download from official links:
- AltStore → altstore.io
- TrollStore → GitHub (opa334)
- Dopamine 2.0 → GitHub (opa334)
- iTunes / iCloud → apple.com
Final Thoughts
The iPhone XS Max is one of the best big-screen jailbreak devices in 2025. With iOS 15 – 16.5 support via Dopamine 2.0, you get stability, performance, and permanent signing with TrollStore.
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