How to Reinstall Cydia

In the event that you accidentally delete Cydia from your jailbroken iOS device, you can reinstall the application without having to completely re-jailbreak your device. You can reinstall Cydia either by using Redsn0w on your computer, or...
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Reinstalling Cydia using Redsn0w

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    Go to the official Redsn0w website at http://www.redsn0w.us/2010/03/download-direct-links-jailbreak-guides.html.
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    Select the option to download and install Redsn0w to your computer.
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    Launch the Redsn0w application after installation is complete.
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    Connect your iOS device to your computer using a USB cable.
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    Select the option to 'Run' Redsn0w from within the application, and place a checkmark next to 'Install Cydia.'
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    Click on the 'Jailbreak' button.
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    Wait for Redsn0w to inform you that Cydia has been successfully installed on your iOS device.[1]
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Reinstalling using iFile

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    Launch Safari on your iOS device.
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    Enter the following URL into the address bar of Safari: http://apt.saurik.com/debs/cydia_1.1.8_iphoneos-arm.deb. This link will allow you to install Cydia directly on your device without having to use a computer or other third-party applications.
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    Select the 'Install' option offered by iFile, and wait for Cydia to complete installation.
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    Close and restart the iFile application. Cydia will be reinstalled on your iOS device.[2]
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