How to Downgrade From the iOS 26 Beta to iOS 18

Downgrading from iOS or iPadOS beta versions may be necessary due to potential instability and usability issues. Beta software can cause problems like malfunctioning apps, poor battery life, and device crashes. Users can revert to a previous iOS version to resolve these issues. This process involves restoring the iPhone or iPad, ideally with a pre-beta backup. Without a backup, a downgrade is still possible, but data loss is likely. Downgrading impacts Apple Watch compatibility; watchOS 26 requires an Apple Watch service to remove. To begin the downgrade, connect the device to a computer using Finder or iTunes. Enter recovery mode on the iPhone or iPad using a specific button sequence. The computer will then prompt the user to restore the device to the latest public release. The restore process will erase the device's content. Following this guide helps users revert to a stable iOS version.