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How to Download an Older OneNote Version for iPadOS 15.8
Question details
The user needs to download and install a compatible older version of Microsoft OneNote on an iPad running iPadOS 15.8.
- Product
- Microsoft OneNote
- Device & OS
- iPadOS 15.8
- Scenario
- Installing a productivity application on an older Apple device that does not support the latest operating system.
- Observed behavior
- The current App Store version of OneNote is incompatible with iPadOS 15.8, and third-party .pkg file downloads do not work or are unsafe.
Ensure you are signed into the App Store on your iPad with the exact Apple ID that was previously used to download Microsoft OneNote.
Download via App Store Purchase History
Use your Apple ID's purchase history to prompt the App Store to provide the last compatible version of the app for your older iPadOS.
Apple allows users to download older versions of apps if their device cannot be updated to the latest OS, provided the app is already in the user's purchase history.
Launch the App Store application on your iPad.
Tap on your Apple ID profile picture located in the top right corner of the screen.
Tap on 'Purchased', and then select 'My Purchases' to view all apps associated with your Apple ID.
Scroll through the list or use the search bar to locate Microsoft OneNote.
Tap the cloud download icon next to OneNote. A prompt will appear asking if you want to download an older version of this app. Tap 'Download' to confirm.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why does the App Store say OneNote is incompatible with my iPad?
The newest version of Microsoft OneNote requires a more recent version of iPadOS than 15.8. To install the app, you must trigger the App Store to download the older, compatible version from your purchase history.
Can I install third-party .pkg files on my iPad?
No. Files with a .pkg extension are installation packages designed for macOS (Mac computers). iPadOS uses different app structures, and you should only install apps directly through the official Apple App Store.
What if OneNote does not appear in my purchased history?
If you have never downloaded OneNote with your current Apple ID, it will not appear in your history. To fix this, log into a newer Apple device (like an iPhone or Mac) with your Apple ID, download OneNote there, and then return to your iPad's purchase history to find it.
