Apple to let apps redirect user to sign up for service out of the App StoreWhat you need to know
Apple has announced that "reader" apps can redirect users to sign up for services outside of the App Store.
The company says the change will close an investigation from the Japan Fair Trade Commission (JFTC)
Get ready to find that link to sign up for Netflix...in the Netflix app?!
There is an enormous change coming to the App Store all over the world.
Today, Apple announced a major change to the App Store that will close an investigation by the Japan Fair Trade Commission (JFTC). The company says that developers of "reader" apps will soon be able to include an in-app link to their website for users to sign up for or manage an account. Apple classifies "reader" apps as ones that provide "previously purchased content or content subscriptions for digital magazines, newspapers, books, audio, music, and video."
The change will go into effect in early 2022.
To ensure a safe and seamless user experience, the App Store's guidelines require developers to sell ...
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Apple to let apps redirect user to sign up for service out of the App Store
