Developer beta access
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Register your device UDID for Apple developer beta access. One $9 registration covers one device.
Before Installing
Do not rely on iCloud backups. Save a local backup.
Always have a backup plan. If you need to downgrade from beta software, you will need a backup saved on your computer.
- Connect your iOS device to your computer and open Finder on Mac or iTunes on PC.
- Select Back Up Now before installing beta software.
Supported Devices
iPhone
- iPhone 16e, 16, 16 Plus, 16 Pro, 16 Pro Max
- iPhone 15, 15 Plus, 15 Pro, 15 Pro Max
- iPhone 14, 14 Plus, 14 Pro, 14 Pro Max
- iPhone 13, 13 mini, 13 Pro, 13 Pro Max
- iPhone 12, 12 mini, 12 Pro, 12 Pro Max
- iPhone 11, 11 Pro, 11 Pro Max
- iPhone SE (gen. 2 and later)
iPad
- iPad Pro (M4 and later)
- iPad Pro 12.9-inch (gen. 3 and later)
- iPad Pro 11-inch (gen. 1 and later)
- iPad Air (M2 and later)
- iPad Air (gen. 3 and later)
- iPad (A16 and later)
- iPad (gen. 8 and later)
- iPad mini (A17 Pro and later)
- iPad mini (gen. 5 and later)
Apple Help Documents
Frequent Questions
Why do I have to register my UDID?
Apple requires a device UDID to be registered before that device can install developer beta software tied to a developer account.
How long will registration take?
The registration process is fast. Your paid order is queued immediately, and you will receive a confirmation email when your UDID has been processed.
Can I use Apple Pay?
Yes, Apple Pay is shown on eligible Safari devices when PayPal makes it available for the transaction. PayPal remains available as the fallback.
What if I do not know my UDID?
Use the profile helper on an iPhone or iPad to send yourself a verified UDID link, or paste a UDID from Finder, Xcode, or Apple Configurator.