You can update your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch to the latest version of iOS or iPadOS wirelessly.* If you can't see the update on your device, you can update manually using your computer.
Make a backup of your device using iCloud or your computer.
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If a message says that an update is available, tap Install Now. You can also follow these steps:
If you see an error message while trying to update your device wirelessly, learn what to do. If you need more space for a wireless update, you can update using your computer or delete content manually from your device. Whether you use your computer or update wirelessly, you'll have the same amount of free space on your device after you update.
Some software updates aren't available wirelessly. VPN or proxy connections might prevent your device from contacting the update servers.
With iOS 12 or later, or iPadOS, you can have your device update automatically overnight while it's charging. To turn on automatic updates, go to Settings > General > Software Update > Customize Automatic Updates, then turn on Install iOS Updates. Your device will automatically update to the latest version of iOS or iPadOS. Some updates might need to be installed manually.
With iOS 13.6, or iPadOS, you can choose not to download software updates automatically. Go to Settings > General > Software Update > Customize Automatic Updates, then turn off Download iOS updates.
If you can’t update wirelessly on your device, you can update manually using a computer that you trust. If your computer is using Personal Hotspot on the device that you’re updating, connect your computer to a different Wi-Fi or Ethernet network before you update.
Get help if you see error messages while updating your device with your computer. Or if you need more space for an update, you can delete content from your device manually.
* Upgrading to the latest version of iOS or iPadOS software provides the latest features, security updates, and bug fixes. Not all features are available on all devices or in all regions. Battery and system performance may be influenced by many factors including network conditions and individual use; actual results may vary.
iOS 14 and iPadOS 14 make your iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch even more intelligent, more personal, and more private.
Back up your device to iCloud or your computer so you have a copy of your important information.
Choose a backup methodMake sure your device is plugged in and connected to the Internet with Wi-Fi. Then follow these steps:
After you install iOS 14, you’ll see a message on your Apple Watch to update to watchOS 7.
Update your Apple WatchLearn what to do if you need help updating your devices.
Read the full release notes for iOS 14 and iPadOS 14.
Do more with iOS 14 and iPadOS 14.