Install Rork Max on iPhone | Rork

Rork Account

Your Rork projects and installer access.

Apple Developer Account

Used only to sign the app for your iPhone.

Connect iPhone with USB

Unlock your iPhone, then plug it into this Mac with a USB cable.

Developer Mode

Settings → Privacy & Security → Developer Mode.

Install Rork Max

Apple credentials, certificates, and pairing data stay in this browser.

On your iPhone in five minutes

Rork Max runs the apps you build as real native code, right inside itself, which is why it can't live on the App Store. Install it from this browser with one USB cable. After that, everything happens on your phone.

  1. Sign in
    Sign in with your Rork account above.

  2. Connect your iPhone
    Plug in with a USB cable, then sign in with your Apple Developer account.

    Signing and installation happen locally in your browser.

  3. Enable Developer Mode
    On your iPhone: Settings → Privacy & Security → Developer Mode. Restart once.

  4. Press Install
    The browser installer puts Rork Max on your Home Screen.

    From here on, updates arrive over the air.

Developer Mode, step by step

Requires iOS 18 or later. A free Apple Developer account works, no paid membership needed. Building Swift apps requires a Rork Max plan.

Frequently asked questions

Which subscription do I need to use the Rork Max App?
You can build apps on any Rork plan. The Rork Max iPhone app comes with the Rork Max plan, starting at $200/month, see pricing. On a Pro plan you can also try Rork Max for free before upgrading.

Does it work only on iPhone?
Yes, Rork Max is an iPhone app. It needs iOS 18 or later. You can check your version in Settings → General → About.

Do I need a Mac or a Windows PC?
You'll need a Mac for the initial install: open the installer in Chrome or Edge (Safari and Firefox can't talk to iPhones over USB). Windows isn't supported yet. The good news: you only need the computer once, and after that everything lives on your iPhone.

Do I need to install anything on my computer?
Nope. There's nothing to download, the whole installer runs in your browser. Just plug in your iPhone with a USB cable and follow the four steps on the install page.

Is it safe to sign in with my Apple Account?
Yes. Your Apple credentials, certificates, and pairing data stay in your browser, and app signing happens locally on your machine. Nothing is sent to Rork's servers.