How to Check If Your PS4 Can Be Jailbroken in 2026

Not every PS4 can currently be jailbroken, and the most important factor is the firmware installed on the console. This guide shows you how to find your PS4 firmware, understand whether it is supported, and avoid accidentally updating a console that could be useful for homebrew.

Last updated: 20 September 2026 PS4 jailbreak development has moved quickly in 2026, with public exploit support now reaching firmware 13.52. Before trying anything, you first need to know exactly which firmware your PS4 is running. CHECK YOUR PS4 FIRMWARE On your PS4, go to: Settings > System > System Information Look for "System Software." You will see a number such as: 9.00 11.00 12.02 13.50 13.52 That number determines which jailbreak methods are available. CAN YOUR PS4 BE JAILBROKEN? As of 20 September 2026, ConsoleMods lists PS4 firmware 13.52 as the latest publicly exploitable firmware. If you are on: 13.52 or lower — A public jailbreak method may be available for your firmware. Above 13.52 — There is currently no equivalent public jailbreak documented. However, different firmware versions use different exploits, so always check compatibility for your exact version. WHAT ABOUT GOLDHEN? GoldHEN is the popular PS4 homebrew environment that provides features including homebrew applications, plugins, FTP, debug options, cheats and other tools. GoldHEN v2.4b18.11 now supports firmware 13.52. Importantly, this particular release currently supports 13.52 specifically. SiSTRo, GoldHEN's developer, says support for other 13.xx firmware versions is coming in future releases. DON'T UPDATE JUST FOR