This method completely replaces your current OS with iOS 6, but it is "tethered," meaning if your iPod dies or restarts, you must plug it into a computer to boot it back up.
Step-by-step checklist (if you are an experienced tinkerer who already has SHSH blobs and accept the risks) downgrade ipod touch 5 to ios 6
: This performs a deeper downgrade to iOS 6, but the device will require a computer to boot every time it is turned off or restarts. This method completely replaces your current OS with
: This is not a true downgrade but a "dual-boot." Your iPod stays on its current version (likely iOS 9.3.5) but can launch into iOS 6 like an app. but it is "tethered