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Sideloading

Retro supports sideloading, but it requires additional setup. Follow the steps below to sideload Retro on your iOS device.

Prerequisites

  1. Download and install AltStore on your iOS device. Follow the instructions provided in the link for installation.

Steps

  1. Download the Retro IPA:

  2. Install Retro IPA using AltStore:

    • Open AltStore on your iOS device.
    • Tap the + icon in the top left corner.
    • Select the Retro IPA file you downloaded.

  3. Configure Spotify Client ID:

    • Register at the Spotify Developer Dashboard here and create a new app.
    • Name the app and add any description.
    • Set the Redirect URI to comspotify://co.retromusic.
    • Enable iOS support and enter the bundle ID you used to sideload your app under iOS app bundles.
    • Obtain the Client ID from the Spotify Developer Dashboard.

  4. Enter Client ID in Retro:

    • Open Retro on your iOS device.
    • During the onboarding process, you will be prompted to enter the Spotify Client ID.
    • Enter the Client ID carefully to avoid typos.

Technical Information

To compile a Retro build with sideloading support, the Client ID in .env has to be invalid. Else, the onboarding assistant won't ask for one. Also, the Redirect URI should be comspotify://co.retromusic.