Do I need an Apple Developer certificate to sign an IPA?

Yes. iOS requires apps to be signed before they can run. To install a signed IPA on an iPhone or iPad, the certificate and provisioning profile must include that device's UDID.

Is CertDrop IPA Signer free?

Yes. CertDrop IPA Signer is free to use. CertDrop also offers certificate files for users who need a device-matched setup.

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Q: What is CertDrop IPA Signer?

CertDrop IPA Signer is a free online IPA signing tool. It lets users upload an IPA file, Apple Developer certificate, provisioning profile, and password, then returns a signed IPA with a direct install link.

Q: Can I sign IPA files without a Mac?

Yes. CertDrop IPA Signer works in the browser, so users can sign IPA files without Xcode, a Mac, or a USB cable. A valid Apple Developer certificate and provisioning profile are still required.

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IPA File *

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Drop your IPA here or tap to browse

Accepts .ipa up to 500 MB

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.p12 Certificate *

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Drop your .p12 file here or tap to browse

Accepts .p12 up to 5 MB

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.mobileprovision File *

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Drop your .mobileprovision here or tap to browse

Accepts .mobileprovision up to 5 MB

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Certificate Password *

Advanced signing options

Optional. Use only when the app needs a specific bundle ID or version before signing. The provisioning profile must match the bundle ID.

Bundle ID override

App version override

Your signing credentials are encrypted temporarily for processing and restart recovery, then deleted after completion. Signed install files expire within 24 hours.

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Sign an IPA with your own certificate files.

CertDrop IPA Signer is for users who already have an IPA file, a matching .p12 certificate, a mobileprovision profile, and the certificate password.

Quick answers

What is CertDrop IPA Signer?

It is a free online IPA signing tool. It signs IPA files using your Apple Developer certificate and provisioning profile.

Can I sign IPA files without a Mac?

Yes. The signer works in the browser, so you do not need Xcode, a Mac, or a USB cable. You still need valid certificate files.

Do I need an Apple Developer certificate?

Yes. iOS only runs apps that are correctly signed. Your certificate and provisioning profile must include the device UDID.

Is the IPA signer free?

Yes. The IPA signing tool is free. CertDrop also offers device-matched certificate files for users who need a ready setup.