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Apple Overhauls European Union App Store Terms to Resolve Regulatory Disagreements

Apple will implement new App Store business terms in the European Union starting October 1. The company announced these changes to resolve ongoing disagreements with the European Commission regarding alternative distribution and business terms under the Digital Markets Act. Under the new rules, developers will be moved to a single set of business terms. Apps using Apple's in-app purchase system will face a 26 percent commission, while those using alternative payment providers will pay 20 percent. Apps that link out to the web will be charged 15 percent, and apps distributed via third-party stores or the web will incur a 5 percent Core Technology Commission. These updates provide developers with greater freedom to offer multiple payment options simultaneously. Apple also introduced new child safety features, requiring parental consent for certain digital actions for children under 13. The European Commission will monitor the implementation of these terms to ensure fair competition and prevent the company from using its market power to entrench its dominant position.

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