Apple will still charge a commission on purchases through third-party payment methods - not 30%, but 27%

A couple of weeks ago we wrote that the Netherlands Consumer and Markets Authority (ACM) has secured Apple's permission for developers to integrate alternative payment methods into their apps. True, concessions are valid only in the Netherlands and apply only to dating applications. Now the company has explained how it will work.

Commission has not been canceled

In an update on its developer support site, Apple said it would still charge developers fees for transactions made on dating apps that use alternative payment methods. It will not be the standard 30%, but 27%. True, this figure does not include the cost of collecting and transferring taxes that the company carries out.

“Pursuant to ACM's order, dating apps that have been granted the right to use a third-party in-app payment provider will pay a transaction fee to Apple. Apple will charge a 27% fee on the price paid by the user, less value-added tax. This is a reduced rate that does not include the cost associated with payment processing and related activities. Developers will be responsible for collecting and remitting any applicable taxes, such as Dutch Value Added Tax (VAT), on sales processed by a third party payment provider,” the statement reads.

At the same time, the company warns that it disclaims all responsibility for the security of such payments, that is, it will not help customers with a refund. In addition, Apple still intends to appeal this decision in court.

A source: Apple