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Important Update!
🕑 Added 2025-05-02 17:08:50 +0000 UTC
Not a projection, not self-fulfilment wishing, this is real.
š can no longer legally collect fees on payments made outside of apps.
Fully documented right here: https://www.documentcloud.org/documents/25924283-epic-v-apple-contempt-order/
Jack Conte, Patreonās founder was thrilled and announced as such: (really sorry, his video is stuck on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DJISRtjh-E_/?utm_source=ig_embed ).
So what does this mean? Anyone who wishes to pledge to a Patreon Content Creator via š iOS no longer has to worry about 30% of it going into šās coifers.
Patreon is already submitting an update to the iOS version of its app, according to this The Verge article: https://www.theverge.com/news/659754/patreon-update-iphone-ios-app-apple-payment-system-ruling and I have little doubt Patreon themselves will announce the news in due course. I'll update you accordingly.
I would like to thank Primalex and Grockle for notifying me of the recent development.
EDIT: The following is from the Official Patreon Discord in relation to the recent news:
This is a huge victory for creators and fans. The Patreon iOS app is the number one platform for fan engagement on Patreon, and we believe this ruling allows creators to get paid without Apple taking 30% of all in-app payments.
We know many creators may have questions about how this ruling will impact your Patreon communities and how you use the Patreon iOS app. Weāve been working urgently to understand what this ruling means and how to take action to ensure that you and your fans benefit as much as possible.
Hereās the latest:
Weāre already working to update the Patreon iOS app to avoid Appleās fees
As a first step, we are submitting an update to the Patreon iOS app in Appleās App Store immediately to include an option for fans to use an alternative payment method to Appleās in-app purchasing system. Once approved by Apple, this update would mean that new members in the U.S. who make purchases in the Patreon iOS app will be able to choose a checkout option that does not include Appleās 30% fee.
Note: This pending app update, once approved and released in Appleās App Store, will provide alternative checkout options for U.S.-based fans signing up for new memberships. At this time, this only applies for creators on subscription billing as legacy first-of-the-month and per-creation billing models are still unable to accept new membership sign ups in iOS.
The November 2025 subscription billing transition deadline is now on hold
This is still a developing situation, but we are moving forward under the assumption that the November 2025 deadline for all Patreon creators to switch to subscription billing is no longer necessary.
While additional information may come that alters Appleās requirements for Patreonās iOS app, we are optimistic that this ruling will give us additional flexibility in how we support creators on legacy billing models. However, for now, creators still need to be on subscription billing to be able to accept payments through the Patreon iOS app.
For those who still want to proceed with switching to subscription billing, our team is happy to assist with the transition, since it still unlocks access to the latest growth tools on Patreon, like gifting, Autopilot and tier re-pricing.
For creators on per-creation billing who are actively working with our support team to transition to subscription billing, our team will be in contact with you by the end of the day tomorrow, May 2nd, with next steps to confirm how youād like to proceed.
Where we go from hereWhen we first announced rolling out Appleās in-app purchasing requirements last year, we shared that we used three principles to guide our decision in how we planned to move forward: transparency, control, and stability. In keeping with these principles, weāll continue actively working to learn more, and we will communicate frequently and transparently as we go.
This ruling is a huge moment for creators and fans, and we will continue fighting for a future where creators are in control, communities thrive, and professional creativity is possible for all.
ANOTHER EDIT: https://pressgazette.co.uk/platforms/eu-e500m-fine-of-apple-and-enforcement-action-good-news-for-publishers/ šhas been fined ā¬500m by the European Commission and has less than 60 days to comply with EU (European Union) rules stating they cannot charge a disproportionate tax of 30% but must drop down to a more reasonable 3 - 5% if only absolutely necessary. So yeah, not just a US thing. āš½
So, yeah, because this is a fast-moving situation, I'll do my best to keep you all informed on what's to happen next. Thank you for reading!
Comments
Primalex
Good News Everyone!
King Abdul
Thatās pretty greatš
