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Unlock Your iPhone's Full Potential

Nugget is a free, open-source iOS customization tool that lets you enable Dynamic Island, animated wallpapers, AI features, and hidden settings — all without jailbreaking.

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Open Source & Free
No Jailbreak Needed

What is Nugget iOS?

Nugget is a powerful open-source iOS customization tool developed by leminlimez. It uses Apple's own restore mechanism (SparseRestore and BookRestore exploits) to safely modify system files, allowing you to unlock hidden features and customize your iPhone or iPad — all without needing a jailbreak.

Dynamic Island

Enable the Dynamic Island feature on any iPhone, including older models that don't officially support it.

Animated Wallpapers

Add stunning animated video wallpapers to your lock screen using PosterBoard. Convert any video into a live wallpaper.

Status Bar Tweaks

Customize your status bar with carrier name changes, battery percentage, signal bars, time format, and more.

AI Enabler

Enable Apple Intelligence features on unsupported devices running iOS 18.1 - 18.2 beta.

Daemon Control

Disable unnecessary background services like OTA updates, Game Center, Screen Time, and more to improve performance.

No Jailbreak Required

All customizations work without jailbreaking your device. Your security and warranty remain intact.

iOS Compatibility

Nugget supports a wide range of iOS versions. Check if your device is compatible.

iOS Version
Status
Exploit
iOS 17.0 - 17.7
Full Support
SparseRestore
iOS 18.0 - 18.1.1
Full Support
SparseRestore
iOS 18.2 - 26.1
Partial
BookRestore
iOS 26.2+
Limited
Limited Support

How Nugget Works

Nugget uses Apple's restore mechanism to safely modify system files without compromising security.

01

Connect Your Device

Connect your iPhone or iPad to your computer via USB. Nugget works on Windows, macOS, and Linux.

02

Select Features

Choose from Dynamic Island, animated wallpapers, status bar tweaks, AI enabler, and more.

03

Apply Changes

Click Apply and Nugget will safely modify your device. Changes take effect after a restart.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nugget iOS safe to use?

Yes, Nugget is generally safe when used correctly. It's an open-source project with thousands of users and a strong community. However, as with any system modification tool, you should always backup your device before use. The changes are reversible by restoring your device.

Does Nugget require a jailbreak?

No, Nugget does not require a jailbreak. It uses Apple's own restore mechanism (SparseRestore and BookRestore exploits) to modify system files, allowing you to enable hidden features without compromising your device's security.

Which devices are supported?

Nugget supports all iPhones and iPads running iOS/iPadOS 17.0 through 26.0+. This includes iPhone 8 and newer, iPad Pro (2018+), iPad Air 3+, iPad 7+, and iPad mini 5+. Some features may vary depending on your specific device and iOS version.

Can I undo the changes made by Nugget?

Yes, all changes made by Nugget can be reversed. You can use Nugget to disable features you've enabled, or perform a full iOS restore through iTunes/Finder to return your device to its original state.

Where can I download Nugget?

Nugget should only be downloaded from the official GitHub repository at github.com/leminlimez/Nugget. This ensures you get the legitimate, malware-free version. Avoid downloading from unofficial sources.

Ready to Customize Your iPhone?

Download Nugget from the official GitHub repository and start unlocking your device's hidden potential today.