Running the YouTube app on iOS 10.3.4 (commonly used on legacy devices like the iPad 4 or iPhone 5) requires specific workarounds because official support has ended
| App Name | Version | iOS Requirement | Status on iOS 10.3.4 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | YouTube (Official) | 14.02.03 | iOS 10.0 – 10.3.4 | Works (with side-loading) | | YouTube (Official) | 14.03 | iOS 11.0+ | Will not install | | YouTube (Cercube) | 14.02.03 | iOS 10.3.4 | Modified IPA with ad-blocking | | uYou (Legacy) | 1.0 (based on 14.02) | iOS 10.3.4 | Community patched version | Youtube Ipa For Ios 10.3.4
Here is a guide on how to revive YouTube on your legacy device. The Challenges of YouTube on iOS 10 Running the YouTube app on iOS 10
Enhanced Versions: Some users prefer modified IPAs like YouTube++ for added features like background playback. Using a sideloaded IPA is currently the most
Even if you previously "purchased" or downloaded YouTube on your device years ago, the "Download last compatible version" feature has been unreliable for many users on iOS 10.3.4 specifically. Using a sideloaded IPA is currently the most reliable workaround to get a functional YouTube experience on these devices.