The Netherlands has forced Apple to allow developers to provide alternative in-app payment methods in accordance with guidance from the Netherlands Consumer and Markets Authority (ACM). So far, we are talking only about purchases in dating apps and only within the country. Previously, Apple had to make a similar decision for South Korea. However, this is not the point, but the fact that the company intends to continue to charge a commission, even despite purchases through third-party payment services.
Apple’s support site has published a clarification that the IAP system (microtransactions in applications) is just one of three payment methods that it plans to offer. Developers can also include a link in the app that directs users to another site to make a purchase, or use a third-party payment processor. In any case, Apple is working on charging a fee, regardless of the payment method.
“According to ACM guidance, dating apps that are granted the right to link to other payment sites or use third-party payment services will pay Apple a commission for in-app transactions. More information will be available soon,” according to the Apple website.
Simply put, Apple agrees to comply with the decrees of regulators in different countries, but is preparing an alternative way to receive its share from developers. Most likely, a system will be created that tracks purchases outside of the App Store.
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