Apple’s New EU App Store Rules Add Fees and Developer Complexity
Apple’s EU App Store policy update introduces new fees and rules for developers under DMA compliance.
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Apple’s New EU App Store Rules Add Fees and Developer Complexity Apple’s Updated EU App Store Rules: What Developers Need to Know Apple has updated its EU App Store policies to comply with the Digital Markets Act (DMA), but the changes aren’t exactly developer-friendly. While the update technically meets EU requirements, developers are now faced with a more convoluted and costly fee structure. These policy adjustments impact how apps communicate with users, link to external payments, and calculate fees like the newly introduced Core Technology Commission. If you're wondering how Apple’s new EU App Store rules affect your app business, this blog breaks down everything you need to know—from anti-steering rules to layered fee models. Image Credits:Bryce Durbin New Anti-Steering Policy Grants More Freedom for EU Developers One of the more positive changes Apple has made in response to the DMA is the loosening of its "anti-steering" policy. This allows developers to communicate freely with users about alternative payment options outside the Ap…