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About ish
iSH is a Linux shell environment designed to run on iOS devices. It achieves this through usermode x86 emulation and syscall translation, allowing users to access Linux command-line tools on their iPhones or iPads.
The project provides an App Store release and a TestFlight beta for users who want to try it. Development status and issues can be tracked through the project's GitHub repository, which also includes a wiki with tutorials and support resources.
Key features
- Linux shell environment on iOS
- Usermode x86 emulation
- Syscall translation
- Alpine Linux filesystem support
- Debugging tools for emulator development
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Frequently asked questions
- Is ish free?
- Yes. ish is free and open-source software, distributed under the NOASSERTION license.
- Which platforms does ish support?
- ish provides downloads for iOS.
- What is the latest version of ish?
- The latest version is builds/810, released on Jul 14, 2026.
- How do I install iSH?
- iSH can be installed from the App Store or via TestFlight beta. Links to both are provided in the project's README.
- What platforms does iSH support?
- iSH is designed specifically for iOS devices.
- Can I contribute to iSH development?
- Yes, the project welcomes contributions. The README includes build instructions for both iOS and command-line testing environments.
- What Linux distribution does iSH use?
- iSH can use Alpine Linux, with instructions provided for setting up a minirootfs filesystem.
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