Using older APKs comes with risks. These versions do not receive the latest security patches, making your account more vulnerable to exploits.

A streamlined version designed for older hardware. The Best Options for KitKat Users 1. Facebook Lite (Highly Recommended)

Not every APK file named “Facebook.apk” will work. You need a specific version that targets API level 19 (Android 4.4) with a and targetSdkVersion of 28 or lower .

An APK (Android Package Kit) is the file format Android uses to distribute and install apps. While the official Facebook app from the Google Play Store no longer supports Android 4.4.4 (as of late 2020), users can still manually download and install specific older versions of the Facebook APK that are compatible with KitKat.