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How to install Jailbreak themes on iOS 18+ devices

Installing themes on your iPhone or iPad is easier than ever with iOS 18+. Thanks to a variety of powerful methods available through zJailbreak, you don’t need to jailbreak your device to enjoy stunning home screen themes, icon packs, animated wallpapers, and even desktop-like environments.

Whether you’re looking for 3D effects, minimalist icons, or fully themed Google search pages, zJailbreak has you covered. 

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Here’s a complete list of the best tools and how to use them to personalize your iOS 18-iOS 18.5 device with ease.

Magic Theme Creator – Design and Build Your Own iPhone Theme

Magic Theme Creator lets you design your own icon themes from scratch. It’s ideal for users who want a completely customized setup that reflects their personality.

Why Use It:
  • Fully DIY – Build icon sets using your photos, designs, or pre-made assets.
  • Apply themes without jailbreaking your iOS 18+ device.
  • Simple drag-and-drop interface to map custom icons to apps.
How to Get It:
  1. Install zJailbreak from your device browser.
  2. Find Magic Theme Creator in the customization section.
  3. Install the profile and start creating your own themes from your home screen.

Lumina Icon Uploader – Upload Custom Icons in Seconds

Lumina is a tool designed for instant icon replacement on your iPhone or iPad. Perfect for those who want a refreshed look without complex steps.

Features:
  • Upload icon packs from your gallery or downloaded zip files.
  • Match your wallpaper and icon style effortlessly.
  • No need for a full jailbreak – works with iOS 18+ directly.
How to Install:
  1. Download zJailbreak, then locate Lumina Icon Uploader.

2. Install and grant profile permissions in Settings.

3. Launch Lumina, select apps, upload icons, and apply your design.

iNifty – Classic & 3D Themes for All Tastes

iNifty is a long-standing favorite for iOS customization fans. It brings a wide range of themes, including minimal, futuristic, and 3D icon sets, optimized for iOS 18+.

Fan Favorites:
  • Ando – Clean and flat icon design.
  • UnPivot – A uniquely styled modern theme.
  • RedAttract 3D – Icon depth and shadow effects.
  • SideBox 3D – Stunning cube-style 3D layout.
  • Dark Moon – Elegant dark themes for night-friendly visuals.
Quick Install:
  • Use zJailbreak to install iNifty.
  • Launch the app, browse categories, and pick your favorite theme.
  • Follow simple instructions to apply wallpapers and icons.

Ela Theme – Over 70 Ready-to-Apply Themes

Ela Theme is perfect for users who want to instantly apply a new look to their device. No coding or design skills needed—just tap and apply.

BestThemes
  • Allegro – Elegant iconography.
  • iOS16 Bit – Pixel art aesthetic.
  • iOS14 Dark – Sharp, dark interface icons.
  • 3D Theme – Adds subtle depth and modern effects.
Setup:
  1. Choose and apply themes from the Ela app.

2. Install zJailbreak, then find Ela Themes.

3. Install the configuration profile.

Zyra Spring Board – Elegant and Simplified iOS Layouts

Zyra Spring Board brings a fresh layout engine to your iOS 18+ device. It focuses on icon alignment, widget placement, and layout animations to bring your home screen to life.

Highlights:
  • Easily create grid layouts, overlapping widgets, and dynamic transitions.
  • Gives a near-jailbreak experience without unlocking your device.
  • Works seamlessly with other zJailbreak customization tools.
Setup Guide:
  1. Choose a layout or build your own using the editor.

2. Install zJailbreak, then open the app and tap on Zyra Spring Board.

3. Install the profile and access the app from your home screen.

Flemino – Turn Your iPhone into a Classic Desktop

Flemino offers a whole new type of theming by letting you simulate operating systems like Windows XP, Mac OS 9, or Ubuntu right on your device. It’s more than just a visual upgrade—it’s a nostalgic, interactive experience.

Includes:
  • Windows 95/98/XP, Mac OS Classic, Ubuntu, and more.
  • Especially great on iPads.
  • No jailbreak required.

Dream Store – Bring Your Home Screen to Life

Dream Store is the evolution of Dreamboard, offering animated, live, and seasonal themes designed for iOS 18+.

Best Picks:
  • Raizer – Stunning animations.
  • Pearl Effect – Smooth, glossy icons with clock widgets.
  • Autumn/Winter – Nature-themed for seasonal feels.
  • Winmobia – Classic Windows-style layout for iOS.

Metaw – 3D Motion Wallpapers

Metaw changes your iPhone wallpaper game by offering responsive, parallax-style backgrounds that react to movement.

Wallpapers to Try:

  • X Color Dock – Transforms your dock with colorful highlights.
  • Zen X – Tilt to reveal subtle dock animations.
  • Power – Adds motion-driven energy ripples.

googiOS – Custom Google Search Themes

googiOS is a fun utility that applies themes to your Google search interface. It’s fast, quirky, and works well with iOS 18+.as well as iPadOS 18+

What’s Inside:
  • Dozens of themed Google search app interfaces.
  • Fast installs, no jailbreak needed.
  • Compatible across iPhone, iPad.

More about Install Jailbreak themes

Once you jailbreak iPhone, you can add themes through Cydia or Sileo. Palera1n jailbreak available for iOS  iOS 15 – iOS 16.4.1 running A8-A11 devices. This is the latest tool available with limited device support up to iPhone X.  Also supported as iPad Jailbreak tool for iPadOS 17-18.1 on A11 devices.  

Also, the Unc0ver jailbreak tool is compatible with iOS 11 to iOS 14.8 to install jailbreak themes. Other than the Unc0ver jailbreak, Computer based Checkra1n jailbreak supports for almost all iOS 14 – iOS 14.8.1 versions up to latest with limited support. Odyssey tool is only supported to jailbreak iOS 13 to iOS 13.7 and it is not compatible with jailbreak iOS 14 versions.

So, you can install the following jailbreak themes on your device through Cydia or Sileo on older iOS versions using jailbreak tools according to your iOS versions. But the latest version support is limited. 

Snowboard Themes 

Download Snowboard Theme

You should Jailbreak your device to get Snowboard. So, first you have to Jailbreak your device with Unc0ver or CheckRa1n.

Step 01 –  Go to Cydia on your iPhone.

Step  02 – Click on  Sources → Edit → Add the URL SnowBoard Repo.

Step 03 – Enter SnowBoard on the Search tab and tap the Install button.

Step 04 – Then go to Settings → SnowBoard to configure the app.

Anemone Theme

Anemone themes designed to change your HomeScreen for  iPhone. It is an essential framework on which custom-made themes run. It is compatible with iOS 7 to iOS 16.4.1 Jailbreak. Previously, Anemone was automatically installed once you jailbreak your iPhone using the Electra jailbreak, Chimera Jailbreak, Odyssey jailbreak or Taurine jailbreak. But these jailbreaks are not compatible with iOS 14.3 & higher. So use the following method to add themes on other versions.

Download Anemone

First you need to Jailbreak your iPhone with Unc0ver or Checkra1n. Then follow the steps given below.

Step 01 – Open Cydia, Search for a theme and install it.

Step 02 – Open Anemone from the Springboard. The downloaded theme will be listed right there. Tap on it.  Then select the components of the themes that you need to apply to your iPhone.

Step 03 – Tap on Enable, then tap on Apply to both the panels.

Step 04  – Then the theme will be installed.

Most Popular Anemone Themes

DreamBoard

Dreamboard is a major theming platform for Jailbrokrn devices. It brings advanced theming to the iPhone & iPads. DreamBoard is one of the best alternatives to WinterBoard. However, Dreamboard does not support the latest iOS versions and only available up to iOS 10.2 version. Dreamstore is a good alternative for this. 

Download Dreamboard

You must Jailbreak your device to install dreamboard themes. There are a lot of jailbreaks for these older versions.

DreamBoard available on the following Repos.

AppSpot : http://wynd07.appspot.com/r7/

ModMyi : http://apt.modmyi.com/

Insanelyi : http://repo.insanelyi.com/

Step 01 – Open the Cydia on your Jailbreak iPhone or iPad Device.

Step 02 – Tap on Manage Icon >Sources > Edit > Add Option.

Step 03 – It will show a Pop-up Message for Repository Source.

Step 04 – Copy any of the above Repo source, Then Paste it on the Pop-up Source Box. Then tap on the “Add Source” Option. 

Step 05 – Once add the Repo to Cydia, Go back to Cydia Homepage and Type “DreamBoard” on Search Box and then find the App, Tap on it, Then  again Tap on Install Option.

Step 06 – Finally, Tap on Install Confirm Option from  Pop-up Message.

Some Popular Dreamboard Themes 

Aero 

AppleCORE HD

AppleWeb HD 

Asymmetric HD 

BlackBerry OS 6.1

Boxor HD

Ergo HD 

Gyro HD 

HoneyPad 

iNav HD

Muze 4 Theme

This most popular theme comes with Snowboard or Anemone. Muze 4 included over 700 icons, 400 + alternative icons, 300 + redesigned icons and wallpapers. It requires Snowboard or Anemone to work this theme on iOS 14 to iOS 16.4.1 iPhones. This tweak is compatible with iOS 8 to the latest jailbroken iOS versions.

Ace El Cap Theme

This is an awesome theme to change iOS device’s icons to Mac icons style. It is very easy to install this theme on your jailbroken iOS devices. Open Cydia from jailbroken devices. Then search ‘Ace EL Cap’. Then install it to your device and restart the springboard. The latest version supports up to iOS 16.4.1.

Viola Theme

Viola is a simple and modern theme, which includes many features such as 2000+ icons, Setting theme, 20+ wallpapers, Badges and many more. Viola is compatible with iOS 7 to iOS 16.4.1 versions. This theme comes with Packix repo, otherwise you can download the paid version  here.

Final Thoughts: Install iOS 18+ Themes Without the Risk

With zJailbreak, customizing your iPhone has never been easier. Whether you’re adding 3D icons, live wallpapers, OS simulators, or Google themes, there’s a solution for every style. Above all are direct themes, apart from these you can download many Jailbreak solutions including Cydia & Sileo. You can install themes using them too. 

No jailbreak. No hassle. Just creativity.