Recovery Mode in One Page

Updated: April 8, 2026

Recovery mode lets a computer update or restore iOS when the device won’t boot normally. It is easier to enter than DFU for most users.

Where to read full steps

Use our dedicated DFU & Recovery mode guide—button combos differ for iPhone 8 and newer, iPhone 7, and models with Home buttons.

After you are in Recovery

Choose Update first if you want to avoid erase when possible; Restore wipes. Pair with firmware flashing documentation in i4Tools for advanced workflows.

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