Apple Appeals Court Order on External App Payments
Apple fights back against court ruling on external app payments, filing an appeal to protect its App Store model. Learn what's next for developers.
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Apple Appeals Court Order on External App Payments
Apple’s ongoing legal battle over external payment links in apps continues to dominate headlines, leaving developers and consumers wondering: Can apps now bypass Apple’s in-app purchase system? Recently, a court ruling forced the tech giant to allow developers to link to external payment options outside of its U.S. App Store, directly challenging Apple’s lucrative commission model. Following the decision, Apple filed a formal appeal, signaling its determination to fight the mandate even while updating its policies to comply — at least temporarily. Image : Google Apple Challenges Court Ruling on App Store Payments After Judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers criticized Apple for attempting to sidestep her order, the company swiftly filed an official notice of appeal. Rogers had ruled that Apple must stop restricting developers from providing links to alternative payment methods , emphasizing that the injunction was non-negotiable. She also called out Apple’s leadership, specifically…
