Got an iPhone 6 or 5s and struggling to download Facebook? Since the new update requires iOS 13.4, the App Store might tell you it's "not compatible." Don't worry—you have options! The "Purchased" Trick
Legacy apps can conflict with modern server-side updates from Meta. If the older app crashes constantly, try these fixes:
iOS 12.5.7 has older networking certificates. The App Store may struggle to validate modern tokens. Fix:
Tap the (the square with an arrow pointing up). Select Add to Home Screen . Download Facebook Ios 12-5-7
In the search bar, type and tap search.
Even with the right methods, you might encounter a few hiccups. Here’s how to solve the most common problems:
Here's how to do it, broken into two phases: Got an iPhone 6 or 5s and struggling to download Facebook
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While Apple has ended support for devices like the iPhone 6, you can still download Facebook on iOS 12.5.7 by using the "Purchased" trick in the App Store to download the last compatible version. If the app is too slow, the mobile website via Safari is an excellent, light alternative. If the older app crashes constantly, try these
: Sign in with your Apple ID on a newer iPhone or iPad (running iOS 13.4+) and download the Facebook app there. This adds the app to your "Purchased" history.
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If the app continues to crash or won't install, the most reliable way to access Facebook on older hardware is through : Open Safari and go to facebook.com.
Find Facebook in your list and click the Cloud/Download icon .