How To Downgrade iOS 26 Beta to iOS 18.5 (Without Losing Data): The Complete Step-by-Step Guide

Regretting the iOS 26 Developer Beta update? I was too! My iPhone was buggy, the battery life was terrible, and it was just not ready for daily use. If you're in the same boat, don't worry! In this video, I'll guide you through the official, step-by-step process to safely downgrade from iOS 26 back to the stable iOS 18. Most importantly, I'll show you the trick to do it WITHOUT losing any of your precious data like photos, contacts, and apps. We'll get your iPhone back to normal in no time. ✅ LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS VIDEO: 1. Download Signed IPSW Files: https://ipsw.me/ 2. Windows Run Command Path for Backup Folder: %appdata%\Apple Computer\MobileSync TIMELINE: My Big Mistake with iOS 26 Beta What You'll Need for the Downgrade Prepping Your iPhone (IMPORTANT!) How to Back Up Your iPhone on Your Computer The Downgrade Process (Shift + Restore) The "Restore Backup" ERROR (And How to Fix It!) The Info.plist Trick to Restore Your Data Success! Back on iOS 18 with All My Data *DISCLAIMER:* This process has worked flawlessly for me, but please be aware that downgrading your iOS carries some risk. The most important step is to create a complete backup of your device before you begin. I am not responsible for any issues that may arise. Proceed with caution! Did this video help you out? Let me know in the comments below! It really helps to know if I'm helping you all out. Thanks for watching! #iOSDowngrade #iOS26Beta #iOS18 #iPhoneTutorial #HowTo