Apple has set a new deadline of November 1, 2026 for all Patreon creators to switch from Patreon's legacy billing system to the App Store's in-app purchase system in the Patreon app on the iPhone and iPad, as reported by TechCrunch. Note: This image has been edited to include a pile of cash. Patreon is a platform where creators such as YouTubers can receive payments from fans, which can be a valuable revenue stream alongside ads and sponsorships.
  • NotMyOldRedditName@lemmy.worldEnglish
    1010·
    27 days ago

    Apple charges 30% when you sell digital goods within an app. That’s not the same as moving money in your bank account or buying something on eBay.

    It’s still robbery, but it’s not the same.

    When people subscribe, they typically get something digital in return on Patreon.

      • NotMyOldRedditName@lemmy.worldEnglish
        2·
        27 days ago

        Does eBay sell digital goods?

        I’d kinda expect the answer to be yes if so if you use the ebay app? If not, I’m actually surprised.

          • NotMyOldRedditName@lemmy.worldEnglish
            31·
            27 days ago

            Like a digital game key? I’d say yes.

            If it’s not a big part of eBay though, I can see that maybe sneaking past as Apple might consider the app as selling physical goods and overlook a small portion of digital?