Apple Changes EU App Store Fees, Opens to Alternatives
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Apple Changes EU App Store Fees, Opens to Alternatives

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Apple is adjusting its App Store policies within the European Union, responding to new regulations. The company is simplifying its fee structure and allowing alternative app marketplaces to operate, a move designed to comply with the Digital Markets Act.

Apple is replacing its existing per-install fee with a 5% commission for apps that are distributed outside of the App Store, according to TechCrunch. This change impacts developers who choose to offer their applications through channels other than Apple’s official marketplace.

Furthermore, Apple is loosening the rules to make it easier for developers to operate alternative app marketplaces within the EU. The changes are a direct response to the Digital Markets Act, which aims to promote competition in digital markets.

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