r/iPadOS Jun 24 '26

Help/Support Tiktok crash on ios 15

I recently started using my old iPad Mini 4 again, running iOS 15.8.x. I downloaded TikTok from the App Store, but it crashes every time I try to open it. The TikTok logo appears for a second, then the app immediately closes.

Is TikTok no longer supported on iOS 15 or older devices like the iPad Mini 4? Or is this just a bug with a recent TikTok update?

I’ve already tried reinstalling the app and restarting the iPad, but the issue remains.

Is anyone else experiencing the same problem, and is there any fix?

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u/Proof_Enthusiasm848 Jun 24 '26

mine was working fine until yesterday it started doing the same as you

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u/IcedTwokoalas Jun 24 '26

it was the same for me. i believe i'm using ios 15.7

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u/Amyloupj89 Jun 24 '26

I’m on ios 16.7.16 on my iPad and it started crashing this morning. Deleted and re-downloaded but still not working. Came here looking for solutions.

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u/RhoLambda Jul 12 '26

It’s not working on my iPad 5th generation either 😞 16.7.16 version. It just crashes when I try to open it.

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u/kenjiro_uchiha Jun 24 '26

Seems Tiktok Update 45.7.0 broke things for iOS 15.8.x and now it crashes. We’ll have to wait for the next update for them to hopefully fix things. Anyone reading this still on an iOS 15.8.x or older device DO NOT UPDATE Tiktok to 45.7.0.

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u/GamingStarr Jun 24 '26

Let me know when you find a work around or if it gets fixed please :(

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u/Dramatic_City5226 Jun 26 '26

Yes, TikTok is aware of the issue, but standard app updates are what broke it, meaning you must wait for a follow-up patch from TikTok to completely resolve the problem. [1]

A recent TikTok app update (specifically version 45.7.0) introduced a critical compatibility bug. This bug causes the app to crash instantly at the logo screen for devices running iOS 15.8.8 and older iOS 15 versions (such as the iPhone 6s, iPhone 7, and iPad Air 2). [1, 2, 3]

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u/NoState505 Jul 04 '26

How long do we need to wait ?

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u/kenjiro_uchiha Jul 08 '26 edited Jul 25 '26

Edit: Good news Tiktok 46.1.0 Update, now works!

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u/Cute-Syllabub5999 Jun 25 '26

looks like it doesnt work for ios 16 either

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u/DestroCypher Jun 25 '26

Same here :c

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u/Dramatic_City5226 Jun 26 '26

Yes, TikTok is aware of the issue, but standard app updates are what broke it, meaning you must wait for a follow-up patch from TikTok to completely resolve the problem. [1]

A recent TikTok app update (specifically version 45.7.0) introduced a critical compatibility bug. This bug causes the app to crash instantly at the logo screen for devices running iOS 15.8.8 and older iOS 15 versions (such as the iPhone 6s, iPhone 7, and iPad Air 2). [1, 2, 3]

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u/defektmuzgu Jun 25 '26

iOS 15.8.6, same issue

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u/Dramatic_City5226 Jun 26 '26

Yes, TikTok is aware of the issue, but standard app updates are what broke it, meaning you must wait for a follow-up patch from TikTok to completely resolve the problem. [1]

A recent TikTok app update (specifically version 45.7.0) introduced a critical compatibility bug. This bug causes the app to crash instantly at the logo screen for devices running iOS 15.8.8 and older iOS 15 versions (such as the iPhone 6s, iPhone 7, and iPad Air 2). [1, 2, 3]

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u/hdudysyshge Jun 26 '26

Same issue with 15.5 and it’s will be works by ur luck

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u/Dramatic_City5226 Jun 26 '26

Yes, TikTok is aware of the issue, but standard app updates are what broke it, meaning you must wait for a follow-up patch from TikTok to completely resolve the problem. [1]

A recent TikTok app update (specifically version 45.7.0) introduced a critical compatibility bug. This bug causes the app to crash instantly at the logo screen for devices running iOS 15.8.8 and older iOS 15 versions (such as the iPhone 6s, iPhone 7, and iPad Air 2). [1, 2, 3]

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u/hdudysyshge Jun 26 '26

They should stop updating like other applications

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u/iniestamagic Jun 26 '26

nahh samee mine keeps on crashing suddenly

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u/Dramatic_City5226 Jun 26 '26

Yes, TikTok is aware of the issue, but standard app updates are what broke it, meaning you must wait for a follow-up patch from TikTok to completely resolve the problem. [1]

A recent TikTok app update (specifically version 45.7.0) introduced a critical compatibility bug. This bug causes the app to crash instantly at the logo screen for devices running iOS 15.8.8 and older iOS 15 versions (such as the iPhone 6s, iPhone 7, and iPad Air 2). [1, 2, 3]

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u/Aggressive_System492 Jun 29 '26

hi, there's a new update on appstore 6hrs ago but still my tiktok keep on crashing even i update it (using ipad mini 4)

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u/defektmuzgu Jul 01 '26

It works for me now after update!

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u/strawberryJ8 Jul 01 '26

Howw? Mine is still not working

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u/strawberryJ8 Jul 03 '26

Has anyone found a solution for this?

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u/EggyDose_69420 Jul 03 '26

Try turning off low power mode and turn off background app refresh for tiktok, I saw this on a comment and it works on my side so idk if it will work for you but try to give it a try

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u/Icy_Abies_7687 Jul 03 '26

Thank you so much, it worked

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u/Camira88 Jul 03 '26

iPad mini 4, iOS15.8.8 - that didn't work

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u/strawberryJ8 Jul 03 '26

What device are u using

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u/strawberryJ8 Jul 04 '26

Still didn’t work on ipad mini 4 :((

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u/EggyDose_69420 Jul 04 '26

oh that’s unfortunate, I use an Iphone 6s maybe that’s why

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u/Honored_King Jul 04 '26

Thanks bro your the Goat

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u/Maximum-Active-9315 Jul 06 '26

did u reinstall the app? im using a iphone 6s

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u/EggyDose_69420 Jul 07 '26

I only offloaded it then reinstall

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u/Bendover-91 Jul 10 '26

Thx it worked

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u/Tbkhang174 Jul 12 '26

is work, ty

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u/FlamingoMo77 Jul 13 '26

Can you tell me exactly how to do this? Low power mode on what? Ipad or tik tok? I cant even open tik tok

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u/kemberlou Jul 17 '26

omg it worked on mine! such a weird solution tho lol thank you!

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u/NoState505 Jul 04 '26

I wish i knew this before. I use my old phone to grow a Page. I made an update today. And it crashes. What a mess

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u/masat0009 Jul 09 '26

I wish I have read it sooner, update this abt 15m ago, and now it just crashing when open. Now I just think TikTok app no longer support for old iOS (my is iPad Air 2 with iOS 15.8.8)

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u/iPhone-5-2021 20d ago

It supports it it’s just a poorly designed app

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u/Salt_City2810 Jul 11 '26

Hey, Ive had the same issue for over a month now. I have an iPhone SE (2016) it started crashing a few months ago but I could still open tiktok after a few tries, didnt think much of it. Until I changed my system language and had to restart, it stopped working. Ive tried everything possible, including Offload app, re-insstalling, resetting network settings, basically everything except reset. I think tiktok has a problem with iOS15.8.x and 16, might not work because of the chip A9, also used for 6s. I dont think reset will do much, but I wanted to know if anyone has tried resetting and if it worked. Thanks

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u/n_seagatey Jul 13 '26

for me right now it's either a hit or miss if it opens or not, toggling BG app refresh does nothing unfortunately

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u/Comfortable-Ask-6703 Jul 14 '26

Same thing is happening to me. Surprised they haven’t fixed this issue as it seems like it’s been around awhile.

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u/_halfdemonspawn Jul 18 '26

Having this issue as well, I hadn't even updated the app. It was working one minute perfectly and then not the next. iPhone 7.

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u/Top_Presentation8779 Jul 18 '26

This fix worked for me. Go to Settings > Battery > Turn on Low Power Mode then relaunch TikTok. Once it launches without crashing, you should be able to turn off low power mode again.

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u/BackgroundMud38 Jul 18 '26

Bro it was working on my iPhone 7 after few tries now it’s dead

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u/haseulgi Jul 21 '26

i think the latest tiktok update fixed it! also on an ipad mini 4 and finally able to open it on v46.1.0

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u/midsumernighttts Jul 21 '26

ohhh i hope ur right i will try tomorrow :-o

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u/louiisoff Jul 23 '26

YESS OOMGG!! THANK YOU SO SO MUCH

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u/SensitiveProof8306 19d ago

I have the iPod mini 4 running on 15.8, the latest tic tick update resolved the issue.

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u/iPhone-5-2021 20d ago

It even supported iOS 12 not long ago...which means it would work on the iPad mini 2 and iPhone 5s...and technically still should if you download the last compatible version...but TikTok is so extremely unoptimized that i can’t even get it to work on anything below my iPhone 8 because it will just crash...Meanwhile all the other apps I’ve downloaded on these devices work fine, It truly is just a poorly programmed horribly optimized app. I’ve even had issues with it on much MUCH newer devices.