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Apple proposes to take a 15% cut of purchases made outside the App Store

US · 2026-08-14

Key takeaway

Apple proposes a 15% commission on external app purchases.

  1. Step 1 · The triggerApple seeks approval for a 15% commission on external app purchases.
  2. Step 2 · Knock-onDevelopers may increase app prices to cover the commission costs.
  3. Step 3 · Knock-onHigher app prices could lead to reduced consumer demand.
  4. Step 4 · Reaches youThis may result in lower overall sales for developers, affecting their revenue.

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Source: TechCrunch

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