iPhone or iPad won't update

• Identify your iPhone or iPad model.
• Check whether your iPhone or iPad model is on the list of compatible devices for the latest version of iOS or iPadOS.

Apple: If your iPhone or iPad won't update ↗

• You need enough storage space on your device to download an update. Your device can temporarily remove app data to make space, without deleting your personal information.
• Go to Settings.
• Tap General.
• Tap [device] Storage.
• Tap Enable next to Offload Unused Apps.
• You can also delete apps manually on your iPhone or iPad.

Apple: If your iPhone or iPad won't update ↗

• You need an internet connection to update your device. The download time depends on the update size and your internet speed.
• Connect to a Wi-Fi network.
• Avoid downloading other content while updating your device.

Apple: If your iPhone or iPad won't update ↗

• "Unable to Check for Update. An error occurred while checking for a software update."
• "Unable to Download. This update is not available because you are not connected to the internet."
• Update your device again using the same network. If you still see an alert, try updating using another network, a Mac, or iTunes.

Apple: If your iPhone or iPad won't update ↗

• When you're updating wirelessly, keep your device connected to a power source. If your device runs out of power, connect it to a power source and turn on the device to let the update or restore complete.

Apple: If your iPhone or iPad won't update ↗

• To delete the update:
• Go to Settings.
• Tap General.
• Tap [device] Storage.
• Find the update in the list of apps.
• Tap the update, then tap Delete Update.
• To download the update again:
• Tap Software Update and download the latest update.

iPhone: Settings → General → Software Update → Automatic Updates iPad: Settings → General → Software Update → Automatic Updates

Apple: If your iPhone or iPad won't update ↗

• If you don't see the update in the list of apps or if the issue happens again, you need to update your device using a Mac or using iTunes.

Apple: If your iPhone or iPad won't update ↗