App Store (Recommended)
The easiest way to get Provenance on your iPhone, iPad, or Apple TV.
✅ Installation Steps
1. Open the App Store
On your iOS device:
Tap the App Store icon
Search for "Provenance" or "Provenance Emulator"
Or visit directly: Provenance on App Store
2. Download
Tap Get (it's free)
Authenticate with Face ID, Touch ID, or password
Wait for download to complete (~2.5 GB)
3. Launch
Tap Open from App Store, or find Provenance on your home screen
Grant any permissions requested (Files access, notifications)
You're ready to add games!
📱 Supported Devices
Provenance works on:
✅ iPhone (iOS 16.0+)
✅ iPad (iPadOS 16.0+)
✅ Apple TV (tvOS 16.0+)
✅ Apple Vision Pro (visionOS 1.0+)
✅ Mac (macOS 13.0+ with Apple Silicon)
Note: Some systems (like 3DS) require more powerful devices for good performance.
🆓 Free vs Provenance Plus
Free (App Store version):
All 38+ systems supported
Full emulation features
On-screen controls and controller support
Save states and battery saves
Local library management
Provenance Plus ($3.99/mo, $39.99/yr, or $99.99 lifetime):
☁️ iCloud Sync - Library, saves, and settings across all devices
🧪 Beta Access - Test new features early via TestFlight
🎯 Priority Support - Get help faster
❤️ Support Development - Keep Provenance improving
You decide: The free version is fully functional. Plus supports the project and adds convenience features.
⬆️ Automatic Updates
App Store version updates automatically:
New features arrive seamlessly
Bug fixes applied without manual work
Just keep "Automatic Downloads" enabled in Settings → App Store
Manual update:
Open App Store
Tap your profile icon (top right)
Scroll to Provenance
Tap Update if available
❓ Troubleshooting
"This app is not available in your region"
Provenance may not be available in all App Store regions due to Apple's policies. Alternatives:
Use a different Apple ID with a supported region
Sideload using AltStore (no region restrictions)
Build from source (developers)
"Cannot download - not enough storage"
Provenance is ~2.5 GB and needs additional space for games:
Free up space by deleting unused apps/files
Move photos/videos to iCloud or computer
Recommended: 10+ GB free for comfortable use
Installation stuck or won't complete
Force-close App Store app
Restart your device
Try downloading again
If still stuck, check Apple's System Status for App Store issues
App crashes on launch
Ensure your device is on iOS 16.0+ (Settings → General → About)
Restart your device
Delete and reinstall Provenance
If still crashing, report the issue
🎮 Next Steps
After installing:
Import ROMs - Add games to your library
BIOS Requirements - Some systems need BIOS files
Controllers - Connect a gamepad for best experience
Optional:
Subscribe to Provenance Plus for iCloud sync
Join the Discord community
Follow @provenanceapp for updates
🔄 Switching from Sideloaded Version
Already using a sideloaded version? You can switch:
Backup your data (library, saves) - see BIOS Requirements
Delete the sideloaded app
Install from App Store
Restore your data
Note: App Store and sideloaded versions use different data directories. Manual migration needed.
🆚 App Store vs Sideloading Comparison
Installation
One-tap from App Store
Requires AltStore or computer
Updates
Automatic
Manual re-sideload
Revocation risk
None (official app)
Possible (7-day limit with free AltStore)
Provenance Plus
$3.99/mo or lifetime purchase
Not available (all features free)
iCloud Sync
Requires Plus subscription
Requires custom setup
Best for
Most users (easiest)
Power users, free alternative
Recommendation: Use App Store unless you specifically need free alternative or custom builds.
Last updated: February 2026 Provenance App Store version: Latest
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