Spotify's US app update gains Apple's approval following a court decision
Fresh Update: Spotify Wins Major Victory Against Apple's App Store Policies
In a significant turn of events, Spotify has scored a victory over Apple's App Store policies, with the U.S. app update now approved to reveal pricing info and external payment links. This triumph comes just days after a judge blocked Apple from charging commission on off-app purchases.
The Swedish streaming giant, entangled in a long-standing feud with Apple over its App Store policies, can now breathe a sigh of relief. These policies compel developers to pay a commission on in-app purchases, including subscriptions.
Jeanne Moran, Spotify spokesperson, gleefully remarked, "After nearly a decade, this will finally allow us to freely show clear pricing information and links to purchase, fostering transparency and choice for U.S. consumers."
Apple, remaining elusive, hasn't responded to Reuters' requests for comments yet.
Meanwhile, Spotify's profits take a hit due to higher payroll taxes, causing shares to plummet. The company submitted the app update on Thursday, a day after the U.S. District Judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers ruled in favor of Epic Games, stating that Spotify failed to comply with her previous order in an antitrust lawsuit.
Despite disagreeing with the decision, Apple will adhere to the court's order and appeal the ruling.
As for the broader impact of this court decision on Apple's App Store policies, here's a quick breakdown:
- After the 2021 injunction, Apple has been mandated to enable apps to link to external websites for purchasing subscriptions or digital goods.
- Although Apple continues to charge a commission on transactions initiated via in-app links, reduced commissions could be a boon for companies like Spotify by potentially redirecting users to their websites for purchases.
- The removal of "scare screens" intended to discourage users from opting for external payments will further benefit Spotify and other firms by increasing user willingness to use external payment methods.
- Stripe, a third-party payment processor, offers guidance to iOS developers on how to accept payments outside of Apple's ecosystem, providing a cost-effective alternative to Apple's commissions.
This victory marks a significant step towards breaking Apple's dominance in in-app payments for numerous tech firms, including Spotify. Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story!
- Spotify's profits have taken a hit due to higher payroll taxes, despite the company's recent victory over Apple's App Store policies.
- After nearly a decade, Spotify can now freely show clear pricing information and links to purchase outside of the App Store, thanks to a significant court decision.
- The court's decision has mandated Apple to enable apps to link to external websites for purchasing subscriptions or digital goods, which could potentially reduce commissions for companies like Spotify.
- In response to the court's ruling, Stripe, a third-party payment processor, offers guidance to iOS developers on how to accept payments outside of Apple's ecosystem, providing a cost-effective alternative to Apple's commissions.
