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Sometimes signing out of Google in the app and signing back in helps.
The App Store will now install the last version of YouTube that was optimized to run smoothly on iOS 12. Method 2: The Two-Device Trick (If you never owned YouTube)
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Borrow a newer iPhone or iPad running a modern version of iOS. Sign into your Apple ID on that newer device's App Store. install youtube ios 1257
How to Install YouTube on iOS 12.5.7: A Complete Guide for Older iPhones and iPads
Known for aggressive ad-blocking capabilities, which can significantly speed up load times on older hardware by blocking resource-heavy scripts.
This creates a quick-access icon that acts like an app, using Safari to stream, which often performs better than a broken app version. 3. The Jailbreak Route (Advanced Users) Sometimes signing out of Google in the app
Log into your Google account if you want access to your subscriptions and playlists.
The App Store will install an older version of YouTube (usually version 15.xx or 16.xx) that functions on iOS 12. Wait for the download to complete, and you can open the app normally.
A prompt will appear saying: "Download an older version of this app? The current version requires iOS 14.0 or later, but you can download the last compatible version." Tap . What if YouTube isn't in your Purchased list? Sign into your Apple ID on that newer device's App Store
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If you have never downloaded YouTube before, the "Purchased" method fails. You must sideload the file for version 12.57.
Here’s how to do it: