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Spotify, Patreon among major apps already working to bypass Apple fees

  • Spotify updated its U.S. app on May 1, 2024, to include direct links allowing users to purchase subscriptions without Apple’s commission.
  • This update comes in response to a federal judge’s April 30 ruling requiring Apple to cease charging developers a 30% fee on purchases made through web links inside apps.
  • The new app version 9.0.40 lets users view pricing, change plans, and buy subscriptions using payment methods other than Apple’s in-app purchase system.
  • Spotify spokesperson Jeanne Moran stated that after almost ten years, the company can now openly display transparent pricing details and provide direct links for purchasing.
  • This change marks a significant shift for developers seeking more control over payments, though Apple plans to appeal the ruling while complying with the order.
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9to5Mac broke the news in on Thursday, May 1, 2025.
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