Have you found a tool claiming to be an "exe to ipa converter exclusive"? Run the file through VirusTotal before opening it. Better yet, leave the link in the comments so we can debunk it for the community.

An .exe file is not a single thing. It is a format, designed by Microsoft for Windows NT. Its contents include:

The pitch is seductive. You have a powerful piece of software on your Windows computer—a game, a utility, or a productivity suite—formatted as an .exe file. You want to run it on your iPhone or iPad. Instead of rewriting the code or waiting for a developer to port it, you simply drag and drop the file into a magic box, click a button, and out pops an .ipa file ready for installation on iOS.

: The "converter" file is often a Trojan designed to steal your data once you run it on your PC.

: If you are the developer, use frameworks like Xamarin or Flutter to build your app for both platforms from the same source code.

The search for a one-click converter will only lead to malware, frustration, or wasted money. The technical gap between Windows PE and iOS Mach-O is not a lock to be picked – it’s a chasm that requires bridges of emulation or rebuilding.

No “converter” handles this automatically in a trustworthy way.

Fake tools often require you to disable your PC's antivirus or enter your Apple ID credentials, risking your personal data. Real Solutions to Run Windows Software on iOS

Possible endings (choose one)

Porting involves a developer taking the source code of the original application and modifying it to compile for iOS. This involves: