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Apple is lowering the commission that it collects in Taiwan to 26 percent, down from 30 percent, starting on 31 October. Apple plans to drop the rate for in-app purchase and paid app transactions on the iOS and iPadOS Taiwan storefront on that date [1].
Key facts * Apple is reducing the commission rate for in-app purchases and paid app transactions in Taiwan from 30 percent to 26 percent [1]. * The new rate applies to the iOS and iPadOS Taiwan storefront starting on 31 October [1]. * Apple held discussions with the Taiwan Fair Trade Commission (TFTC) before making this change [1]. * Developers do not need to sign updated terms by 31 October to receive the reduced commission rate [1].
Why is the commission rate changing? Apple lowered the commission rate following discussions with the Taiwan Fair Trade Commission (TFTC) [1]. This move follows similar adjustments in other regions where Apple has previously adopted a 26 percent commission rate in Japan and the European Union [1]. Furthermore, Apple negotiated a 25 percent commission in China after discussions with China's State Administration for Market Regulation [1].
How does this affect developers? Developers on the iOS and iPadOS Taiwan storefront will see the reduced rate for paid app transactions and in-app purchases starting 31 October [1]. Apple stated that developers do not need to sign updated terms by the 31 October deadline to get the reduced commission rate [1]. While Apple normally charges a lower rate for Small Business Program members, the announcement regarding the Taiwan commission changes does not include information about that specific program [1].
What can developers do with this change? Developers can benefit from lower transaction costs for their apps in the Taiwan market starting at the end of October [1]. Because Apple does not require new terms to be signed, the transition to the 26 percent rate should be automatic for relevant transactions on the Taiwan storefront [1].
Sources
- Apple Lowers App Store Fees in Taiwan Starting October 31 — www.macrumors.com (primary source)
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