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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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 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 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. …
Apple opens up App Store to new competition in Brazil | TechCrunch
… This 5% CTC fee had replaced the older Core Technology Fee CTF in January as part of Apple’s revised business terms in the EU. It applies to apps distributed from the App Store, via the web, and/or alternative marketplaces. …
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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 Developer Program on MacRumors
… Apple Working on Solution for EU Core Technology Fee Possibly Bankrupting Apps That Go Unexpectedly Viral Since Apple announced plans for the 0.50 euro Core Technology Fee that apps distributed using the new EU App Store business terms must pay, there have been ongoing concerns about what that fee … …
Apple loses major antitrust appeal in Europe, remains a 'gatekeeper'
… 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. …
As Europe looks into Setapp Mobile shutdown, Apple goes on the offensive - 9to5Mac
… In addition to that, Apple reportedly said “there is no demand in the EU for alternative App Stores and disputed that Setapp is shutting because of its actions”. You can read Bloomberg’s report in full here . Who do you think is to blame for Setapp Mobile’s demise? …