Canva Forced App Updates Lock Out Users on Older iOS Versions
Users on outdated iOS versions cannot use the Canva app because it forces updates they are unable to install, even though the inability to update isn't within their control. They are requesting the ability to keep using the app on their current version rather than being blocked entirely.
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