Running the YouTube app on iOS 9.3.5 in 2026 is challenging, as Apple and Google ended support for this version years ago. However, it is still possible to get a functional, older YouTube app on legacy devices (like iPad 2/3, iPad Mini 1, iPhone 4S) by utilizing an older file (version 13.x or 14.x) and editing its system files.
Have you successfully sideloaded YouTube onto iOS 9.3.5? Let us know which version worked for you in the comments (if your ancient device can load the comment section). Youtube.ipa For Ios 9.3.5
YouTube IPA is an alternative version of the official YouTube app, designed for iOS devices. It's a modified version of the app that allows users to access features not available in the official app. Running the YouTube app on iOS 9
Confirm Download: A popup will ask if you want to download the "last compatible version." Select Download to install a version that works with iOS 9.3.5. The official last working YouTube version for iOS
For a more stable experience on very old devices, the community has developed specific tweaks.
