Apple changes fees for alternative app stores in EU

Apple has announced changes to its fee structure for alternative app stores in the EU, eliminating the initial acquisition fee and store services fee previously charged. Starting from October 1, Apple will impose a 5% commission on digital transactions in apps distributed outside its App Store, replacing a more complex fee system.

This move is aimed at complying with the European Union’s Digital Markets Act, which sought to address antitrust concerns and barriers that hinder developers from directing customers outside the store. The new terms will also apply to apps distributed through alternative app marketplaces or the web, with a 5% Core Technology Commission.

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