criticalApple Developer News·October 17, 2024

New requirement for app updates in the European Union

Starting today, in order to submit updates for apps on the App Store in the European Union (EU) Account Holders or Admins in the Apple Developer Program need to enter trader status in App Store Connect. If you’re a trader, you’ll need to provide your trader information before you can submit your app for review.

Starting February 17, 2025, apps without trader status will be removed from the App Store in the EU until trader status is provided and verified in order to comply with the Digital Services Act.

Learn what a trader is and how to enter your status

Key Insights

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Apple mandates trader status declaration for EU app updates to comply with Digital Services Act

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Apps without trader status will be removed from EU App Store starting February 17, 2025

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New compliance requirement creates operational burden for EU app developers and publishers

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