Traditionally, jailbreaking required a PC to perform the process. However, with the advancement of technology, it is now possible to jailbreak your iOS device without a PC. Jailbreaking without a PC offers several benefits, including:

Never. Apple doesn't sign 12.5.7 anymore. If you accidentally update, you go to iOS 12.5.7 (already there) or lose the jailbreak entirely.

: No-PC methods rely on enterprise certificates that Apple frequently revokes. If the app stops opening, you may need to wait for a new certificate or use a PC method like Checkra1n or 3uTools for a more permanent solution.

However, the WebKit exploit (CVE-2023-23529) was patched in 12.5.7, not used for jailbreaking.

For those who don't have a PC, there are still ways to jailbreak an iOS device running iOS 12.5.7. One popular method is using a tool called .

Navigate to a reputable app signing service or jailbreak repository, such as . Search for "Chimera" or "Freya" (a stable fork of Chimera). Tap "Get" or "Install" next to the application.

The most reliable way to jailbreak iOS 12.5.7 without a computer currently involves installing (a permanent app store for unsigned apps) and then installing the Fugu14 jailbreak through it.

Open Safari and search for a reputable IPA library.

Chimera is arguably the most stable and popular choice for iOS 12.5.7. It installs Sileo (a modern package manager) instead of Cydia, offering a smoother experience.