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Apple Cuts EU App Fees for Apps Outside App Store

Apple Cuts EU App Fees for Apps Outside App Store
Apple Changes EU App Rules, Cuts Fee For Apps Distributed Outside App Store · timesnownews.com

Apple is changing how apps can be sold in European markets.

Some apps may be distributed without using Apple's App Store.

These apps could come from other app marketplaces or directly from websites.

Apple will charge a 5% fee on digital purchases made through those apps.

The changes will start on October 1.

Apple has traditionally charged developers up to 30% for purchases made through the App Store.

This means the fee for some apps outside the App Store will be lower.

The article does not specify the year or the exact European countries involved.

Key facts

New commission
5% on digital transactions made through apps distributed outside the App Store.
Existing App Store commission
Up to 30% on digital purchases and services.
Effective date
October 1.
Affected distribution methods
Alternative marketplaces and direct web distribution.
Region
European markets.
Reported by
Reuters.

Sources

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