Spotify submitted a brand new model of its iOS app within the European Union with in-app pricing info, however Apple has rejected it.

The explanation? Apple needs Spotify to simply accept its up to date guidelines on the Music Streaming Providers Entitlement, based on which Spotify would nonetheless must pay Apple a 30% entitlement fee for in-app purchases. Spotify says it will not be adopting Apple’s revised modifications. Spotify spokesperson Jeanne Moran informed TheVerge – “Apple has as soon as once more defied the European Fee’s determination, rejecting our replace for making an attempt to speak with clients about our costs until we pay Apple a brand new tax,”.

Following the EU’s DMA, Spotify wished to permit customers to buy plans instantly from its app, however Apple rejected it. That is regardless of the European Fee slapping Apple with a €1.8 billion tremendous for abuse of energy.

Backside line – Spotify customers on iOS within the EU might want to go outdoors of Spotify’s app and buy a subscription by means of their web site.

“Apple continues to interrupt European legislation,” and sadly meaning we nonetheless can’t give EU shoppers the knowledge they want and the alternatives they deserve in our app. Right here’s what we imply. pic.twitter.com/tkcXQkRqLy

— Spotify Information (@SpotifyNews) April 24, 2024