altstoreio / altstoreio/AltStore

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Description

AltStore Classic unable to refresh apps, unexplained error "The data couldn't be read because it isn't in the correct format"

AltServer unable to install AltStore, even with a fresh setup and every requirement met, unexplained error "Server returned invalid response"

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  3. Fork the repository and make your change on a branch.
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Research direction

No files, tests, or entry points are named. Start by reproducing the AltStore Classic refresh error and the AltServer installation error from a fresh setup, then gather the relevant conditions and responses for each case. Done means each error has a confirmed cause and a verified fix.

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Assessment

Tech stack
swift
Domain
mobile
Issue type
Bug
Difficulty
4/5
Estimated time
3-5 days
Activity status
Active
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
25/100

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