NewsSpotify already has an app ready to test Apple’s new rulesThe streaming company has already submitted an update to its iOS app following the major ruling in Epic Games v. Apple.The streaming company has already submitted an update to its iOS app following the major ruling in Epic Games v. Apple.by Jay PetersMay 1, 2025, 10:04 PM UTCLinkFacebookThreadsCath Virginia / The VergeJay Peters is a news editor covering technology, gaming, and more. He joined The Verge in 2019 after nearly two years at Techmeme.Spotify says it has submitted an update to its iOS app that would, among other things, let US customers use payment options that aren’t Apple’s, according to a blog post. The update submission follows Wednesday’s major Epic Games v. Apple ruling that forces Apple not to take a cut of payments on non-Apple payment systems and stops Apple from dictating how developers can tell users about outside payments.“While other governments around the world have taken steps against Apple’s harmful practices, this is, by far, the most consequential action to date – and it delivers the benefits that all consumers deserve around the world,” Spotify says.If Apple approves the update, Spotify says that US users:Can finally see how much something costs in our app, including pricing details on subscriptions and information about promotions that will save money; Can click a link to purchase the subscription of choice, upgrading from a Free account to one of our Premium plans;Can seamlessly click the link and easily change Premium subscriptions from Individual to a Student, Duo, or Family plan; Can use other payment options beyond just Apple’s payment system—we provide a wider range of options on our website; and Going forward, this opens the door to other seamless buying opportunities that will directly benefit creators (think easy-to-purchase audiobooks) “If all of this seems obvious and user-friendly, you’re right, and we agree – these are the kinds of improvements that any app should offer its users,” Spotify says. “The fact that we haven’t been able to deliver these basic services, which were permitted by the judge’s order four years ago, is absurd.”Now, we have to wait and see if Apple will approve the app update — which has been a bone of contention between Spotify and Apple in the past.Patreon announced earlier today that it plans to submit an update for its iOS app to Apple that will let creators accept payments outside of Apple’s payment system.See More: AppleEntertainmentNewsSpotifyTechMore in this streamSee allEpic is offering developers an alternative to Apple’s in-app purchasesJay Peters5:34 PM UTCCommentsComment Icon BubbleSpotify: “This landmark court ruling is a victory for developers everywhere.”Jay Peters2:29 AM UTCCommentsComment Icon BubbleApple confirms it will appeal the App Store order.Richard Lawler2:29 AM UTCCommentsComment Icon BubbleMost PopularMost PopularAmazon has no choice but to display tariffs on prices nowA judge just blew up Apple’s control of the App StoreGoogle’s Play Store lost nearly half its appsSlate Auto confirms where it’ll build its $20,000 TruckMark Zuckerberg just declared war on the entire advertising industryInstallerA weekly newsletter by David Pierce designed to tell you everything you need to download, watch, read, listen to, and explore that fits in The Verge’s universe.Email (required)Sign UpBy submitting your email, you agree to our Terms and Privacy Notice. This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.Advertiser Content FromThis is the title for the native ad
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