PS4 GoldHEN Tutorial: A Comprehensive Guide to Upgrading and Utilizing the Exploit
If your console is already jailbroken, updating your GoldHEN payload is a straightforward process that doesn't require reinstalling the entire exploit. Method 1: USB Update (Recommended) Get the latest goldhen.bin SiSTRo's official source Rename the file to payload.bin Move it to the root of a formatted USB drive. Connect the USB to your PS4. Run your exploit (PPPwn, BD-JB, or Vue After Free).
exploit via LAN cable, which is now well-supported by GoldHEN. High Firmwares (11.01 - 13.00): Support has expanded via new exploits like Vue After Free (leveraging the PlayStation Vue app) and updated (Blu-ray Disc) methods. Notable Features in GoldHEN v2.4b18.8+ How to Jailbreak Your PS4 on Firmware 13.00 or Lower!
As of April 2026, the PS4 homebrew scene has seen significant updates, notably with GoldHEN expanding support to higher firmwares through new exploit methods. GoldHEN v2.4b18.8 Overview
FTP & BinLoader: Easily transfer files from your PC to your PS4.
GoldHEN/GoldHEN).GoldHEN.bin payload file.GoldHEN_Release.zip if you want extra tools like the GoldHEN Cheat Manager.Configure Plugins: In the plugin settings, enable "Show Title ID" to ensure you are downloading the correct cheats and patches for your specific game region and version. Update Troubleshooting
Caution: If you are on 13.50, do not update further; support for these high firmwares is limited but evolving.