A recent federal ruling has ordered Apple to cease collecting fees for purchases made outside its App Store, following claims of the company exploiting loopholes. This change has prompted Spotify to enhance its app with external subscription links, allowing for competitive pricing without sharing revenue with Apple. While Spotify expressed frustration over the delay in compliance with the judge's previous rulings, Epic Games also announced supportive measures that capitalize on Appleâs ruling. Despite affirming compliance, Apple has indicated an intention to appeal the decision, signaling ongoing legal complexities.
Spotify's recent app update allows external subscription links, enabling them to offer lower prices and reduce revenue sharing with Apple, benefiting creators directly.
The fact that we haven't been able to deliver these basic services, which were permitted by the judge's order four years ago, is absurd.
Epic Games celebrated the legal ruling by unveiling a zero-commission policy for Epic Games Store, reinforcing its commitment to supporting out-of-app purchases.
Apple plans to appeal the ruling ordering it to stop collecting fees for external app purchases, indicating ongoing legal challenges for the company.
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