Spotify Updates iPhone App With Out-of-App Payment Options in U.S.
- Impact on Consumer Choice: How will the new out-of-app pricing and subscription options for Spotify's Premium plans affect consumers in the U.S.? Will it lead to more transparent and competitive pricing?r
- Apple's Response and Appeal: What does Apple's decision to comply with the court order and appeal the ruling mean for the future of app store regulations? Will this set a precedent for other apps to follow?r
- implications for the App Store ecosystem: How will this update affect the business models of other popular iPhone apps, and could it lead to a broader shift in how apps are designed and monetized within the App Store.r r
r r Spotify has updated its iPhone app in the U.S. with out-of-app pricing and subscription options for its Premium plans, following a court order that required Apple to allow this. The update allows users to view pricing information directly in the app and provides buttons to complete the payment process on Spotify's website. This change comes after a lawsuit by Epic Games, which also led to Apple agreeing to reduce its commission on out-of-app purchases from 30% to 27%. Other apps are likely to follow suit, potentially disrupting the App Store ecosystem and leading to more competitive pricing."}","summary":""}
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As planned, Spotify has updated its iPhone app in the U.S. with out-of-app pricing and subscription options for its Premium plans. The latest version of the app is now available in the App Store, and the added pricing information is rolling out.
Spotify users in the U.S. can now view pricing information for its Individual, Duo, Family, and Student plans directly in the iPhone app, and there are buttons that lead to Spotify's website, where users can complete the payment process.
For many years, Spotify has not allowed users to subscribe to Premium plans directly in its iPhone app, as the company does not want to pay Apple's 30% commission on in-app purchases. That remains the case as of today, but Spotify is now permitted to show buttons and links pertaining to out-of-app payment options, without any limitations.
Spotify shared the following statement today:
In a victory for consumers, artists, creators, and authors, Apple has approved Spotify's U.S. app update. After nearly a decade, this will finally allow us to freely show clear pricing information and links to purchase, fostering transparency and choice for U.S. consumers. We can now give consumers lower prices, more control, and easier access to the Spotify experience. There is more work to do, but today represents a significant milestone for developers and entrepreneurs everywhere who want to build and compete on a more level playing field. It's the opening act of a new era, and we could not be more ready for the show.This monumental change comes after a U.S. judge ordered Apple to immediately allow apps to show this sort of information, as part of a lawsuit filed by Fortnite maker Epic Games. Apple is also no longer permitted to collect a 27% commission on those out-of-app purchases that are initiated through the App Store. Apple has complied with the order, but the company said it disagrees with the decision and plans to appeal.
The judge enforced these requirements after finding Apple violated a 2021 injunction by imposing too many barriers on out-of-app payment options.
Many other popular iPhone apps will likely be updated with out-of-app subscription buttons and information in the U.S. over the coming days.
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