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Apple announces changes for apps in the European Union
Apple announced updated business terms for app developers in the European Union following collaboration with the European Commission. These changes unify terms and adjust commission structures effective October 1.
Why it matters
EU app developers gain more payment and distribution flexibility, while users benefit from new parental gates and safety restrictions for children's transactions.
The details
- The Core Technology Fee is replaced by a 5 percent commission for non-App Store apps.
- Apps in the Kids category cannot link to websites to complete transactions.
- Web-distributed apps must undergo Notarization, a baseline review for functionality and threats.
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European Commission regulates Apple
The European Commission regulates Apple's business practices and app distribution terms in the European Union.
Apple uses Notarization
Apple requires every alternatively distributed app to go through Notarization, a baseline review focused on basic functionality and protection from serious threats
Apple uses Dun & Bradstreet
Apple requires companies seeking to operate alternative app marketplaces to meet a moderate financial-stability bar as scored by Dun & Bradstreet
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