Apple simplifies EU App Store terms with new commission structure for developers
Following discussions with the European Commission, Apple today announced another major change to App Store business terms in the European Union. …
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Apple’s long-running app store battle with the EU appears to finally be over
New EU App Store terms lower both costs and bar to entry for external payments
… And, Apple is making it clear that it is not responsible for what happens if a user downloads and app from a "bad actor." Web distribution, which is available only in the EU, does not have a marketplace operator standing behind it or ongoing oversight like the kind Apple provides for the App Store. …
Apple's long-running app store battle with the EU appears to finally be over
… The company this week introduced all new terms, and it now appears that the EU is satisfied with these. For App Store apps using Apple In-App Purchase , the commission will be 26 percent. …
Apple announces changes for apps in the European Union
… Each of these commissions reflects the many ways Apple creates value for developers’ apps, whether they use the App Store and/or Apple In-App Purchase. Under the new terms: For App Store apps using Apple In-App Purchase , the commission will be 26 percent. …
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European Commission approves of Apple's new App Store terms even if Epic doesn't
… Apple's terms deliberately violate the Digital Markets Act." Epic has made it clear in the US and the EU that any fee above 0% on purchases made outside of the App Store is too much. Given the EC's approval of these new business terms, Epic may have to finally accept the reality of the situation. …
Apple has new in-app transaction commission rates for EU devs - Engadget
Apple has new in-app transaction commission rates for EU devs It’s the latest change based on legal challenges under the Digital Markets Act. By Anna Washenko Aug. 18, 2026 3:33 pm EST Apple has laid out its new business terms for apps that will be distributed in the European Union. …
Apple announces changes to iOS, Safari, and the App Store in the European Union
… And on the App Store, users’ purchase history and subscription management will only reflect transactions made using the App Store’s In-App Purchase system. New Business Terms for Apps in the EU Also today, Apple is sharing new business terms available for developers’ apps in the European Union. …
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Apple announces changes for apps in the European Union
Apple today announced changes to its business terms for apps in the European Union, following close collaboration with the European Commission. These changes resolve Apple’s disagreements with the Commission over busines…
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Apple and the EU agree on new app store fees and new third-party app store rules
Apple and the EU agree on new app store fees and new third-party app store rules Post your comment Comments 6 Peter 19 August 2026 Apple iOS Online services There has been a lot of back and forth, but Apple and the European Commission have finally settled on App Store rules that both sides agree on. …
Apple Overhauls EU App Store Fees to Settle Digital Markets Act Dispute
… Apple says the changes were made after "close collaboration" with the European Commission, and the updates simplify the fee structure and "resolve Apple's disagreements with the Commission over business terms and alternative distribution." The initial acquisition fee and store services fee are bein… …
Apple's EU App Store changes are big, and a preview of what's coming in the US
… This fee enabled other non-essential App Store features, ranging from app insights and appearing in App Store Featuring sections, Apple Business Manager, and even automatic app updates. Lastly, the Core Technology Fee cost 0.50 Euro per transaction if developers signed up to Apple's EU terms. …