… Apple revamps EU business terms for app developers Apple recently announced eight changes to the App Tracking Transparency feature in Europe, following an investigation by a German antitrust regulator. …
… The revised terms will see developers pay a commission or fee ranging from 5% to 26%, depending on their turnover and chosen sale channels … European Union law required Apple to permit third-party app stores to operate. …
… Apple had not permitted competing app stores, and so was able to dictate its own terms, which developers were forced to accept. Additionally, the EU was investigating whether it should also get gatekeeper status for iMessage. …
… Apple also said other developers had adopted AccessorySetupKit outside the EU without encountering the same issues raised by Meta. …
… The iPhone maker has responded by saying that it may be forced to withdraw the privacy protection from EU users … Expand Expanding Close Apple denied permission to appeal loss in $1B+ developer lawsuit U Ben Lovejoy Nov 13 2025 - 6:44 am PT Apple was today denied permission to appeal the result of … …
… The company has repeatedly argued that its approach in Japan offers better terms than those required under the EU’s Digital Markets Act. Apple is now making the same case for the terms in Brazil. …
… The terms include a 25% App Store commission, or 10% for developers in special programs, plus an additional 5% fee when developers use Apple’s in-app purchase system. …
… Read more : iOS 26.5 might add new in-app options for subscriptions EU changes iOS 26.5 also continues testing new features in the European Union. …
… In the region, developers that direct users to external payment options may be charged a 2% Initial Acquisition Fee, plus a Store Services Fee of either 5% or 13%, reduced to 10% for eligible developers. Apple also charges a 5% Core Technology Commission under its newer terms. …
… Finally, Apple reminds developers that apps don’t need to support the system for their data to be shared with third-party accessories, as this will be controlled by a user-level setting . To read Apple’s updated Developer Program License Agreement, follow this link . …