IPA file
The app file you want to sign and install on your iPhone or iPad.
Free IPA signer
Sign IPA files online with your certificate files
Use CertDrop's free IPA signer to upload an IPA, .p12 certificate, .mobileprovision profile, and password, then generate a signed install link for your iPhone or iPad.
No jailbreak required. The IPA must be compatible with your device and the provisioning profile must include your UDID.
What you need
.p12 certificate
The Apple Developer certificate file used to sign the IPA. Learn about p12 certificates.
Mobileprovision profile
The provisioning profile that connects the app signing to your device UDID. Learn about mobileprovision profiles.
How to sign an IPA online
- Open the CertDrop IPA signer.
- Upload your IPA file.
- Upload your .p12 certificate file.
- Upload your .mobileprovision profile.
- Enter the certificate password.
- Start signing and open the generated install link from Safari on your iPhone.
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Free IPA signer FAQ
What do I need to sign an IPA online?
You need the IPA file, a .p12 Apple Developer certificate, the matching .mobileprovision profile, and the certificate password.
Is the CertDrop IPA signer free?
Yes. The online IPA signer is free to use when you already have the certificate files required to sign the IPA.
Why does a signed IPA fail to install?
Common causes include a missing device UDID in the provisioning profile, a wrong .p12 password, a revoked or expired certificate, or an IPA that is incompatible with the iOS version.