iOS 13 and iPadOS make your iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch more powerful, personal, and protected than ever.
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Get the update
Here’s what you need to do to update your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch to iOS 13 or iPadOS.
Create a backup
Back up your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch so you have a copy of your important information just in case you need it.
Learn how to back up your device
Install iOS 13 or iPadOS
You can update your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch to the latest version of iOS wirelessly. If you can't update wirelessly, you can use your computer to get the latest iOS update.
Update to the latest version of iOS
Using an Apple Watch?
After you install iOS 13, you’ll see a message on your Apple Watch to update to watchOS 6.
Update your Apple Watch
Read the full release notes to learn everything about the new features and updates in iOS 13 and iPadOS.
Need help?
Learn what to do if you need help updating your devices.
Check compatibility
Make sure your device is supported by iOS 13 or iPadOS.
New Mac Software Update 2019
Find out if your device is compatible
Know your passcode
If you have a passcode set up on your device, make sure that you know it so you can update to iOS 13 or iPadOS.
If you forgot your passcode
Have your Apple ID ready
Your Apple ID gives you access to all Apple services, like iCloud and the App Store. If you don’t know your Apple ID or password, we can help.
If you forgot your Apple ID or password
Need more space to install the update?
Mac Software Update 10.9
Learn what to do if you see a message that says there’s not enough space on your device to install iOS 13 or iPadOS.