: The file is prepared to be installed via tools like AltStore, Sideloadly, or MapleSign rather than the official App Store.

Cybercriminals love the "Aptoide iOS" search term. They create fake IPAs containing:

: Patched IPAs are modified by third parties. There is a risk of embedded malware or data tracking. Only download from trusted community forums.

In the context of Aptoide, "patched" typically refers to the required by Apple for apps hosted on third-party stores.

: Aptoide allows users to install older versions of games, which is useful for older devices or avoiding unpopular updates.