For users of legacy devices like the iPad 2 or iPhone 4S, finding a verified download for the Facebook IPA for iOS 9.3.5 is a common challenge. As of 2026, the official Apple App Store version of Facebook requires iOS 13.4 or later, making direct downloads impossible for older firmware.

The most secure and "verified" way to get the app is through Apple's own servers by forcing the download of the last compatible version. 1. Download via Purchase History (No Jailbreak)

: A prompt will appear saying the current version isn't compatible, but it will ask if you want to "Download an older version of this app" Advanced Methods (Jailbreak Required)

  1. Download and install Cydia Impactor on your computer.
  2. Connect your iOS device to your computer using a USB cable.
  3. Open Cydia Impactor and select your device from the list.
  4. Drag and drop the Facebook IPA file into Cydia Impactor.
  5. Enter your Apple ID and password to sign the IPA file.
  6. Wait for the installation process to complete.

What is IPA?