| Version | Android requirement | Status | |---------|--------------------|--------| | 18.48.39 | Android 7+ | ✅ Fully works | | 18.49.34 | Android 8+ | ❌ Won’t install | | 19.x.x | Android 8+ | ❌ No |
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Google recently raised the minimum requirement to Android 8.0+. If you try installing YouTube from the Play Store on Android 7, you’ll see: "Your device isn't compatible with this version."
Android 7 Nougat may be a few years old, but millions of devices still run it smoothly. Unfortunately, the official YouTube app from the Play Store no longer supports Android 7. That doesn’t mean you can’t watch YouTube — you just need the right APK.
The last YouTube versions that support Android 7 are from mid-2023. Here’s how to get them.
Here’s a ready-to-use blog or forum post for . You can adjust the tone depending on where you’re posting (tech blog, Reddit, Telegram, etc.). Title: YouTube APK for Android 7 (Nougat) – How to Get the Latest Working Version
If you want background playback and no ads, look for ReVanced Extended with Android 7 support. Requires patching but gives you modern features.
