We're here again today with another update for y’all!
We know it’s been a while since we’ve worked on the good ol’ classic version of AltStore and that a few things got a little out of date while we worked on PAL - but we’ve now brought the (World) version of AltStore up to speed 🏎️ In preparation for iOS 18, we are releasing AltStore 2.0rc2, which addresses a few bugs introduced during the iOS 18 betas and also includes a few key changes featured in AltStore PAL such as distributing free Patreon apps and improved permission checking. Not only that but on the computer side of things, AltServer is also getting an update today for both macOS and Windows that will fix a few additional iOS 18 issues
We'll be watching out the next couple of weeks to see that everything is working properly following the official release of iOS 18, so be sure to let us know if you run into any issues! We’ve got even more on the way for you very soon, so stay tuned 😊
Installation Instructions
AltStore
If you’re already using the AltStore beta, you can try updating to this version from the My Apps tab. Alternatively, you can manually update AltStore by reinstalling it with the appropriate attached AltServer (you do not need to delete AltStore first).
If you're installing the beta for the first time, make sure to first link your Patreon account in the Settings tab and then follow these instructions.
AltServer
Download the appropriate AltServer attachment for your computer. Windows users, make sure to uninstall previous versions first before installing this one so that AltServer updates correctly.
Release Notes
New
Supports distributing Patreon-exclusive apps to free members
Supports `marketingVersion` source key
Handles “search” and “view app” deep links
Search: `altstore://search?q=[query]`
View App: `altstore://viewApp?bundleID=[app bundle ID]`
Improved
Removed ability to bypass permission errors for non-recommended sources
Replaced AppCenter dependency with TelemetryDeck
Added Privacy manifest
Captures #fileID and #line for OperationError.appNotFound
Fixed
Fixed duplicate “New Update Available” notifications
Fixed Settings tab bar disappearing on iOS 18
Fixed not unlocking benefits due to PatreonAPI change
Fixed not showing alerts when installing app before adding source
Fixed not presenting auth screen when installing app before adding source
Fixed redundant app update appearing after failing to backup/restore app
[iPad] Fixed crash when removing apps from My Apps tab