"The base service fee for in-app purchases will drop to 20 percent for new installs. Those participating in the new Apps Experience Program or the revamped Google Play Games Level Up program will pay 15 percent on transactions for new app installs. A 10 percent rate applies to recurring subscriptions."
"App stores that meet certain quality and safety standards can register, after which users can sideload them more easily via a simplified installation flow. Developers will also have the option to offer their own payment systems alongside Google Play Billing, or to refer users to their own website for purchases."
"In December 2023, Google lost a lawsuit against Epic Games, with a jury ruling that the company had built an illegal monopoly on Android payments. In August 2025, Google then gave EU developers more control over Play Store payments under pressure from the Digital Markets Act."
Google announces major Play Store reforms reducing in-app purchase service fees to 15-20% for most developers, with 10% rates for recurring subscriptions. Developers gain flexibility to use alternative payment systems or direct users to their websites. The new Registered App Stores program enables easier sideloading of alternative storefronts meeting quality standards. Google Play Billing adds a 5% market-specific billing rate. These changes result from Google's December 2023 lawsuit loss to Epic Games over alleged Android payment monopoly and EU Digital Markets Act pressure. Implementation begins in Europe June 30, 2026, with the Registered App Stores program launching later in 2025 alongside an Android release.
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