An application allowing users to execute custom code snippets within the iOS environment. Functionally, it serves as a bridge, enabling users to run scripts and modify the behavior of other applications running on the operating system, bypassing the restrictions typically imposed by the platform’s security measures.
The significance of such applications lies in their potential to unlock advanced customization options and functionality not natively available on iOS. This capability can allow users to tailor their mobile experience to their specific needs, augment existing applications with new features, and even explore the underlying mechanics of the operating system itself. Historically, these tools have evolved alongside the security measures put in place by the OS developers, often engaging in a cat-and-mouse game of circumventing restrictions.