Apple demands Patreon switch to its billing system or face potential removal from the App Store.
Apple has warned Patreon that it must switch to Apple’s in-app purchasing system or face removal from the App Store. Patreon informed creators about a mandatory migration to Apple’s system by November 2025, with an earlier transition to subscription billing in November 2024. Creators can choose to raise prices to cover Apple’s commission or absorb the fees themselves. This move highlights ongoing tensions over Apple’s App Store rules, which have been criticized for being inconsistently applied. Patreon is frustrated by the forced changes, emphasizing that Apple’s timelines are not ideal for creators.
