I need to update to Ios13 on my iPad to access an app. How do I update

Hello 🤗

If you want to uptade your ipad to iPadOS 13 or later make sure that your ipad is compatible with iPadOS 13 or later :

IPad 5 or later

iPad mini 4 or later

iPad Air 2 or later

iPad Pro (all)

if your ipad is compatible with iPadOS 13 or later look here to Update your iPad : Update your iPhone or iPad - Apple Support (CA)

if your ipad is not compatible with iOS 13 or later you can’t update your iPad to iPadOS 13 or later. Sorry 😕

Learn what to do if you see an alert message while trying to update your device wirelessly.

If you need more space for an update on your iPad or you want to uptade your ipad with a pc/mac If you need more space for an update on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support (CA)

Whether or not you are able to update any iPad to a newer version of iOS/iPadOS will be dictated by the iPad model - and the currently installed version of iOS. You can find this information here:

Settings > General > About

Not sure which iPad you have? Identify your iPad model.

Here is a list of the highest version of iOS supported by the older models of iPad (for simplicity - “generations” are shortened to a number) that are restricted in their ability to be updated:

iPad1 - iOS 5.1.1

iPad2, iPad3 and iPad mini1 - iOS 9.3.5 (WiFi Only models), iOS 9.3.6 (WiFi & Cellular)

iPad4 - iOS 10.3.3 (WiFi Only), iOS 10.3.4 (WiFi & Cellular)

iPad Air1, iPad mini2 and iPad mini3 - iOS 12.5.6

Newer models, not appearing in this list, are all able to be updated to the current version, iPadOS 15.7

When iPadOS16 is released (anticipated October), it will be available for these models of iPad:

• iPad Pro (all models)
• iPad Air (3rd generation and later)
• iPad (5th generation and later)
• iPad mini (5th generation and later)

If your iPad is capable of being updated to a more recent version of iOS/iPadOS than is currently installed, these support pages outline both the available methods by which the update can be performed - and troubleshooting should you experience difficulties:

Update your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch – Apple Support

If you can't update or restore your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch – Apple Support

If your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch won’t update - Apple Support

iOS update and restore errors – Apple Support

Be aware that while an iPad may be capable of update, it may be too far behind the current version to be updated directly from iPad settings. In such circumstances you will likely need to use a computer to perform the update. You will need access to either a PC (with iTunes installed) or a Mac (with iTunes or Finder - as appropriate for the installed version of MacOS). Ensure that your installed version of iTunes has been updated to the most recent version; the essential device drivers are included.

Download and use iTunes for Windows – Apple Support

Update to the latest version of iTunes – Apple Support

Update software on iPhone, iPad or iPod touch in iTunes on PC - Apple Support

If you have a beta profile installed, ensure this has been removed from your iPad - as, otherwise, installation of production software updates may be inhibited. This support page provides the necessary information to remove the beta from your iPad:

How to uninstall iOS beta software - Apple Support

You should note that for your iPad to install an available update, its battery must be charged to at least 50% capacity - and/or be connected to its Power Adapter. Similarly, the iPad can only be updated over a standard WiFi connection - or be updated by a PC or Mac using iTunes or Finder - over a USB connection.

If your iPad model is recent enough, use a computer or the Software Update function in Settings to install 15.7. One currently on 9.3,6, 10.3.4, or 12.4.2 through 12.5.6, and most running 9.3.5 or 10.3.3, aren't.

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Your iPad may simply be too old to upgrade/update beyond its current OS version.

Sorry.