How to uninstall iPhone security updates and find out why?

Apple is now slightly changing the way it updates iPhones and iPads by separating security updates from feature updates by releasing iOS 16 and iPadOS 16.1 separately. It appears to be a leaf in Microsoft's book that selective security response updates will help Apple ensure maximum security and stability of its devices without having to wait weeks for the release of upcoming features. However, as with every operating system update for any device, you may encounter bugs and issues that can hinder your workflow. Thankfully, like Windows, Apple allows you to uninstall security updates—called Rapid Security Response—if needed. Let’s find out how to remove and why or if you should uninstall them.

How to uninstall security updates (Rapid Security Responses) on iPhone

Before you can uninstall Rapid Security Responses from iPhone, you need to meet some requirements. Use the sections below to familiarize yourself with them.

Requires

• iOs 16.2 or later

As of this writing, iOS 16.2 is still in beta. If you'd like, you can sign up for Apple's beta program to get immediate access to this feature. However, let's say you plan to use the beta version in your daily driver. We don't recommend this in this case, as beta iOS builds often contain bugs that can cause instability in everyday drivers. In this case, we recommend you wait a few weeks for the public release of iOS 16.2.

Step-by-Step Tutorial

Here’s how to uninstall Rapid Security Responses from iPhone.

Open the Settings app and tap General.

Now click and select About.

Click and select iOS Version under Name.

#You will now see a list of installed security updates under Rapid Security Response. Find the relevant update you want to uninstall and click Remove Security Response.

Click Delete to confirm your choice.

When prompted, enter your iPhone’s passcode.

#You can now track the deletion process in real time with relevant updates. Once completed, your iPhone will restart and delete the selected Quick Security Response. Do not interrupt this process as it may take a few seconds for your iPhone to turn back on on its own.

#This is how you remove Quick Security Response from iPhone.

Why and when to uninstall Rapid Security Responses on your iPhone?

There are not many reasons to remove Rapid Security Responses from your iPhone. These updates are designed to patch exploits, bugs, and other security flaws that could put your iPhone at risk. But in some cases, if a newer update ends up introducing issues and bugs, then you may choose to temporarily uninstall the update until Apple releases a new update.

On the other hand, if you are a security researcher, application developer, or an avid jailbreaker, security response updates may hinder your workflow. In this case, you can also choose to remove Quick Security Response from iPhone.

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