If there are people around you who are using LINE with iPhone 6, iPad mini 3 or earlier models, then you really need to pay attention!LINE It was announced in early August that it would stop supporting older versions of the app in early November. Now the official decision has been made, confirming that starting from November 4, 2025, all versions of LINE below 13.20.0 will completely end service support. At that time, only devices that can be upgraded to iOS 15, iPadOS 15, watchOS 8 or above will be eligible to install the new version of LINE. As for which models will be affected? Hurry up and check if your phone, tablet and watch can still send messages!
The old version of LINE app will be retired soon! Starting from November 4th, these iPhones, iPads, and Apple Watches will all be eliminated
LINE has officiallyOfficially confirmed, starting from November 4, 2025, support for LINE App versions below 13.20.0 will end. In other words, if you want to continue chatting and calling on LINE,App Upgrade to at least 13.21.0 or higher.
However, here comes the problem. Not everyone can simply press the “Update” button to solve it, because whether you can upgrade depends entirely on the operating system version of your phone or tablet. If your device is too old and stuck on iOS 14, iPadOS 14 or Android 7.1.2 or below, even if you want torenewThere is no way, it is equivalent to being forced to eliminate.
What should mobile phone and tablet users do?
The official announcement is divided into two situations:
- iOS, iPadOS 15.0 or above / Android 8.0 or above:
Such devices can continue to be used as long as LINE is upgraded to 13.21.0, with little impact. - iOS, iPadOS 14.8.1 or below / Android 7.1.2 or below:
Such old systems cannot install the new version of LINE and therefore lose support. The only solution is to upgrade the system to version 15 or above, but many old models cannot be upgraded at all.
For iPhone, models that cannot be upgraded to iOS 15 include:
- iPhone 6 / 6 Plus
- iPhone 5s、5c、5
- iPhone 4s、4
Most of these models can only stop at iOS 12 or iOS 14 and are no longer on the support list. In other words, if you still use iPhone 6 as your main phone, LINE will almost disappear after November.
For iPad users, it’s a similar story. Models that cannot be upgraded to iPadOS 15 include:
- iPad original, iPad 2, iPad 3, iPad 4
- iPad mini original, mini 2, mini 3
- iPad Air
Although iPad mini 4 and iPad Air 2 can barely upgrade to iPadOS 15, older devices will have to say goodbye to LINE. This has a great impact on some elderly users, because they often use iPad as a “communication backup machine.”
Apple Watch users should also take note
Many people don’t know that Apple Watch can also use LINE, which is especially convenient for replying to messages while exercising. However, this end of support is also included in the watch.
- watchOS 8.0 and above: As long as LINE in your iPhone is upgraded to 13.21.0, your watch can continue to be used normally.
- watchOS 7.6.2 and below: Even if the Apple Watch itself can run, if the paired iPhone cannot be upgraded to iOS 15, there is no help.
This means that only Apple Watch Series 3 (inclusive) and above have a chance to survive. If you are using an older Apple Watch, the LINE function will be completely disabled after November.
What should the user do now?
If you are still using an old model, you can deal with it from the following angles:
- Check the device version: First confirm whether the phone or tablet can be upgraded to iOS 15 / Android 8.
- Update LINE now: Even if the device can support it, make sure LINE is upgraded to 13.21.0 or above, otherwise it will be deactivated directly in November.
- Evaluate the timing of replacement: If the device cannot be upgraded, the only option is to consider replacement. This may also be a reasonable reason to switch.
- Inform family members in advance: Especially the elders, many of whom are still using old iPads or iPhones. Without reminders, sudden loss of contact in November will be even more troublesome.
Summarize
LINE’s announcement this time has a big impact on Taiwanese users. After all, LINE is almost a necessity in life, and once it is forced to deactivate, the impact may be wider than imagined. Starting from November 4, 2025, all LINE versions lower than 13.21.0 will be officially blocked. For users of old phones, this is equivalent to a direct announcement of “exit”. For those who are still hesitating, now is the best time to check it out. Instead of waiting until then to find that the transmission cannot be transmitted, it is better to confirm the device in advance, update or replace the device in advance, and make the transition smoother.
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Source: KOCPC Chinese