Patreon, a crowdfunding platform for artists, has announced changes to its services for iOS apps after Apple mandated that Patreon pay a 30% fee on digital goods sold through the App Store via the In-App system, resulting in increased subscription prices.
In the past, Patreon had a monthly payment system with various payment conditions, which the App Store’s In-App system did not support. For example, setting a maximum monthly payment amount and billing cycle on the 1st of the month, regardless of the signup date. This makes Patreon a platform that offers alternatives to avoid paying through the App Store and avoid the 30% fee to Apple. Patreon’s announcement specified that Apple mandates platforms to use transactions through In-App only; otherwise, the app may be removed from the store.
Patreon suggests that creators on the platform can increase their prices by 30% to avoid the fee impact. However, if creators wish to keep their service prices consistent with other platforms, they will have to accept the 30% impact for iOS. Only basic plans will be available due to the limitations of the App Store. These changes will take effect starting November for new subscriber sign-ups.
TLDR: Patreon adjusts services for iOS apps due to Apple’s 30% fee on digital goods, prompting changes in subscription prices and payment systems for creators on the platform.
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