Patreon is set to submit an update to its iOS app enabling creators to accept payments outside of Apple's payment systems. This decision follows a significant ruling in the Epic Games v. Apple case, which permits such transactions without Apple collecting a 30% fee. Patreon spokesperson Adiya Taylor emphasized this change's positive impact on creators, highlighting the importance of the iOS platform for fan engagement. Other companies, including Spotify, are also planning updates to adapt to the new ruling, which could enhance user experiences and lower prices in the future.
This is a huge moment for creators and their businesses. The iOS app is the number one platform for fan engagement on Patreon, and we believe this ruling allows creators to get paid without giving Apple 30 percent.
When we first announced rolling out Apple's IAP requirements, we shared that we used three principles to guide our decision in how we wanted to move forward: transparency, control, and stability.
Patreon was forced to switch to Apple's in-app purchase system, which applied a 30 percent fee to all new memberships purchased in the app, or else risk being removed from the App Store.
Spotify will move quickly to submit an app update to Apple, enhancing the experience for our consumers across the United States.
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