How to Install iOS 17 Beta: Developer & Public

For the past few years, developer betas have only been available to users who are paying subscribers to Apple's Developer Program, which costs $99 per year. After the developer betas are released, public betas will be available to users who sign up for Apple's Public Beta Software Program.

However, Apple is allowing users to download and install the iOS 17 Developer Beta for free on June 5, 2023, and the iOS Public Beta on July 12, 2023. To experience the new features, this article will show you how to install the iOS 17 beta, both developer and public.

• Part 1: Install iOS 17 Developer Beta
• Part 2: Install iOS 17 Public Beta
• Part 3: Install iOS 17 Beta without registering Apple's Software Program

Note:

① It is worth noting that due to the instability and system bugs of iOS 17 Beta, you should back up your iPhone data in case something goes wrong during the update. You can use iTunes or iCloud to back up your device data.

② You must ensure that your device is running iOS 16.4 or later before installing iOS 17 beta. If not, locate Settings » General » Software Update. System will check for the update automatically, then tap Download and Install » Install Now to update to the newest version.

③ Your iPhone should meet the iOS 17 beta update requirements: iPhone XS or later.

Part 1: Install iOS 17 Developer Beta

Step 1: Download Developer software from App Store, then launch it.

Step 2: Switch to Account tab and tap Sign in. Then choose an Apple ID to register.

Step 3: Tap Settings » General » Software Update.

Step 4: Tap Beta Updates. Then select iOS 17 Developer Beta and tap Back. System can check for the beta automatically, click Download and Install.

Part 2: Install iOS 17 Public Beta

Step 1: Launch Safari on your iPhone and go to beta.apple.com. Scroll down the page to locate Sign up. After that, enter your Apple ID and password to sign in.

Step 2: Scroll to the bottom of the page and tap Agree. You will then be taken to a website called the Public Beta Guide. Locate Get Started, then click enroll your iOS device from it.

Step 3: Tap Open Beta Updates and you will be brought to the Beta Updates page. From there, choose iOS 17 Public Beta and tap Back. Then click Download and Install.

Part 3: Install iOS 17 Beta without registering Apple's Software Program

If you are not inclined to sign up for Apple's beta software program, you can try the following method using third-party software.

Step 1: Download and install iSumsoft iOS Refixer on your computer.

Step 2: Connect your device to your computer. If you have never connected your iPhone to this PC before, you will be prompted to trust this computer, so tap Trust and then enter your screen password to confirm.

Step 3: Launch the software, then click iOS Upgrade/Downgrade.

Step 5: Select Upgrade iOS.

Step 6: Click Next to continue after making sure your device is connected to your PC.

Step 6: Click the drop-down menu next to the firmware version, and there are three versions for you to choose from. Select one from the list, then click Download.

Step 7: When download is complete, click Start, and your iPhone will automatically enter Recovery mode.

Step 8: This section will take about 10 - 20 minutes, depending on your network speed and the size of the firmware you have selected.

Step 9: When "Upgrade Successfully" appears on the interface, click Done and wait for your iPhone to restart.