04-27-26 -

Now Available: Monthly Subscriptions with a 12-Month Commitment
Today, we’re introducing a new way that people can pay for your auto-renewable subscriptions on the App Store: monthly subscriptions with a 12-month commitment. This new payment option allows you to offer subscribers more affordable options. Pe...

04-24-26 -

Lykke Studios: In pursuit of puffy perfection
DEVELOPER STORIESTHE POWER OF PUFFIES.The delightful game puffies. combines the satisfying snap of a jigsaw puzzle with the nostalgic delight of a sticker book.This 2025 Apple Design Award finalist for Inclusivity is brimming with virtual puffy st...

04-07-26 -

Hello Developer: April 2026
In this edition: Join us on bilibili and LinkedIn. Catch up on essential sessions before WWDC26. Build a travel app with sample code. Browse the latest edition of our new design gallery. Learn about the biggest-ever update to Analytics in App Sto...

04-03-26 -

How Infold Games fashioned an open world for Infinity Nikki
Infinity Nikki is a literally glowing example of what video game graphics can be.The fifth in a series of dress-up titles from Infold Games, Infinity Nikki is also the first to embrace elements of RPG action-adventure. But instead of tracking down...

04-03-26 -

Q&A: How Plane Finder set itself up for the long haul
Plane Finder is a sparkling example of what happens when a small team grows with a platform.Launched in 2009, Plane Finder didn’t scale over the years by adding headcount, vendors, or complexity. Instead, founders Jodie and Lee Armstrong made a ...

03-31-26 -

App Store expands support to 11 new languages
To help your apps and games reach more people worldwide — especially in India — App Store Connect now supports localized metadata for 11 new languages, bringing the total number of supported localizations to 50. The new languages include Ban...

03-30-26 -

Updated Apple Developer Program License Agreement now available
The Apple Developer Program License Agreement has been revised to support new features, updated policies, and clarifications. Please review the changes and sign in to your account to accept the updated terms. Definitions, Section 3.3.3(B), Section...

03-30-26 -

Get ready with the latest beta releases
The beta versions of iOS 26.5, iPadOS 26.5, macOS 26.5, tvOS 26.5, visionOS 26.5, and watchOS 26.5 are now available. Get your apps ready by confirming they work as expected on these releases. And make sure to build and test with Xcode 26.5...

03-26-26 -

Update on regulated medical device apps in the European Economic Area, United...
To provide additional transparency to customers, the App Store will now display whether an app is a regulated medical device on its product page in the European Economic Area (EEA), United Kingdom, or United States. Regulated medical device apps a...

03-25-26 -

New In-App Purchase and subscription data now available in Analytics
Analytics in App Store Connect receives its biggest update since its launch, including a refreshed user experience that makes it easier to measure the performance of your apps and games. Updates include: More than 100 new metrics. Now you can ac...

03-23-26 -

WWDC26: June 8-12, 2026
Join the worldwide developer community online for a week of technology, creativity, and community.Be there for the reveal of the latest Apple tools, frameworks, and features. Learn to elevate your apps and games through video sessions hosted by Ap...

03-17-26 -

Apple Developer is now on bilibili and LinkedIn
Check out Apple Developer on bilibili and LinkedIn to learn about the latest news, announcements, videos, and events — including the Worldwide Developers Conference and Meet with Apple activities — for the developer community.Follow on bilibil...

03-12-26 -

Adjustments to the China storefront of the App Store on iOS andiPadOS
Apple is making changes to the App Store in China following discussions with the Chinese regulator.As of March 15, 2026, changes will be made to the commission rates that apply to the China mainland storefront of the App Store on iOS and iPadOS....

03-03-26 -

Hello Developer: March 2026
In this edition: Join Apple at GDC. Get tips on privacy and security in a new developer activity. Dive deep on coding intelligence in Xcode 26. Learn how the Speechify team is going all in on AI. Catch up on the latest news and updates. Read now

02-24-26 -

Age requirements for apps distributed in Brazil, Australia, Singapore, Utah, ...
Today we’re providing an update on the tools available for developers to meet their age assurance obligations under upcoming U.S. and regional laws, including in Brazil, Australia, Singapore, Utah, and Louisiana. Updates to the Declared Age Rang...

02-16-26 -

Get ready with the latest beta releases
The beta versions of iOS 26.4, iPadOS 26.4, macOS 26.4, tvOS 26.4, visionOS 26.4, and watchOS 26.4 are now available. Get your apps ready by confirming they work as expected on these releases. And make sure to build and test with Xcode 26.4 ...

02-06-26 -

Updated App Review Guidelines now available
The App Review Guidelines have been revised to clarify that apps with random or anonymous chat are subject to the 1.2 User-Generated Content guideline.Translations of the guidelines will be available on Apple Developer website within one month.

02-06-26 -

Swift Student Challenge submissions are now open
The Swift Student Challenge is here! Submissions are now open through February 28, and students from all over the world are invited to submit their app playgrounds.Learn more about the ChallengeKey things to know No prior experience is needed. The...

02-03-26 -

Hello Developer: February 2026
In this edition: Big news about agentic coding in Xcode. Plus: Join us for an online code-along about coding intelligence. Get your Swift Student Challenge submissions ready. Browse new developer activities on SwiftUI, the new design, security, an...

02-03-26 -

Upcoming SDK minimum requirements
Upcoming SDK minimum requirementsStarting April 28, 2026, apps and games uploaded to App Store Connect need to meet the following minimum requirements: iOS and iPadOS apps must be built with the iOS 26 & iPadOS 26 SDK or later tvOS ...

01-29-26 -

Price updates for apps, In-App Purchases, and subscriptions
The App Store is designed to make it easy to sell your digital goods and services globally, with support for 43 currencies across 175 storefronts.From time to time, we need to adjust prices or your proceeds due to changes in tax regulations or fo...

01-06-26 -

Hello Developer: January 2026
We‘re hitting the ground running in 2026. In this edition: A special SwiftUI activity in Cupertino. More ways to connect with us about Liquid Glass. A snappy video recap of Apple design resources. All-new Develop in Swift Tutorials. A new articl...

12-23-25 -

Update on age requirements for apps distributed in Texas
A recent injunction issued by a district court suspended enforcement of Texas state law SB2420, which introduced age assurance requirements for app marketplaces and developers. In light of this ruling, Apple will pause previously announced impleme...

12-17-25 -

Changes to iOS in Japan
To comply with the Mobile Software Competition Act (MSCA), Apple is introducing changes to iOS that create new options for developers' apps in Japan. Beginning with iOS 26.2, developers can distribute apps on alternative app marketplaces, operate...

12-17-25 -

Updated Apple Developer Program License Agreement now available
The Apple Developer Program License Agreement has been revised to support new features, updated policies, and to provide clarification. Please review the changes and sign in to your account to accept the updated terms. Section 3.3.3(A): Specified ...

12-08-25 -

New Requirements for Social Media Apps in Australia
Beginning December 10, 2025, a new Australian law will require certain social media platforms operating in Australia to prevent people under 16 from having a social media account. Impacted developers are responsible for making sure they follow the...

12-04-25 -

Hello Developer: December 2025
In this edition: Meet the 2025 App Store Award winners. Sign up for new design and Liquid Glass activities in the new year. Check out the latest additions to our ever-expanding video library. Meet the team behind the sticker-centric language-learn...

12-04-25 -

App Store Award winners announced
Join us in celebrating the outstanding work of these developers from around the world.Meet the winners

11-13-25 -

Introducing the App Store Mini Apps Partner Program
Today, we’re introducing the Mini Apps Partner Program, which expands on the App Store’s ongoing support for apps that offer mini apps. Mini apps are self-contained experiences that are built using web technologies like HTML5 and JavaScript...

11-13-25 -

Updated App Review Guidelines now available
The App Review Guidelines have been revised to support updated policies and to provide clarification. Please review the changes below: 1.2.1(a): This new guideline specifies that creator apps must provide a way for users to identify content that e...

11-06-25 -

Hello Developer: November 2025
In this edition: Catch the new design in the wild, and let Apple experts show you how to quickly and easily bring it to your apps. Plus, get the latest on the Swift Student Challenge 2026, and check out new developer videos available on demand.Als...

11-04-25 -

Next Steps for Apps Distributed in Texas
Today we’re releasing more details about the tools we’re making available for developers to help them meet their compliance obligations under upcoming U.S. state laws, including SB2420 in Texas. While we’re providing these tools to help deve...

11-04-25 -

Get ready with the latest beta releases
The beta versions of iOS 26.2, iPadOS 26.2, macOS 26.2, tvOS 26.2, visionOS 26.2, and watchOS 26.2 are now available. Get your apps ready by confirming they work as expected on these releases. And make sure to build and test with Xcode 26.2 ...

10-30-25 -

Price updates for apps, In-App Purchases, and subscriptions
The App Store is designed to make it easy to sell your digital goods and services globally, with support for 44 currencies across 175 storefronts.From time to time, we may need to adjust prices or your proceeds due to changes in tax regulations o...

10-29-25 -

Enhancements to help you submit and market your apps and games
As part of our ongoing commitment to helping developers succeed on the App Store, we’re introducing new options for submitting content and updates while your app is in review, double the number of custom product pages, and offer codes for all I...

10-09-25 -

New requirement for apps using Sign in with Apple for account creation
Starting January 1, 2026, developers based in the Republic of Korea must provide a server‑to‑server notification endpoint when registering a new Services ID, or updating an existing Services ID, to associate their website with an app using Sig...

10-08-25 -

Updated Apple Developer Program License Agreement now available
The Apple Developer Program License Agreement has been revised to support updated policies and to provide clarification. Please review the changes below and sign in to your account to accept the updated terms. Section 3.3.1(B): Updated requirement...

10-08-25 -

New requirements for apps available in Texas
Beginning January 1, 2026, a new state law in Texas — SB2420 — introduces age assurance requirements for app marketplaces and developers. While we share the goal of strengthening kids’ online safety, we are concerned that SB2420 impacts the ...

10-07-25 -

Hello Developer: October 2025
This month: Watch a new code-along video to discover how to use the Foundation Models framework to access the on-device LLM that powers Apple Intelligence.Plus, dive into new games offerings, explore new App Store Connect features, and find out...

09-25-25 -

Upcoming Currency Change in Bulgaria
Beginning January 1, 2026, Bulgaria will adopt the euro (EUR) as its official currency, replacing the Bulgarian lev (BGN). As a result, the currency for App Store purchases and subscriptions in Bulgaria will change from BGN to EUR on this date. Y...

09-22-25 -

Get ready with the latest beta releases
The beta versions of iOS 26.1, iPadOS 26.1, macOS 26.1, tvOS 26.1, visionOS 26.1, and watchOS 26.1 are now available. Get your apps ready by confirming they work as expected on these releases. And to take advantage of the advancements in the...

09-09-25 -

App Store submissions now open for the latest OS releases
iOS 26, iPadOS 26, macOS Tahoe 26, tvOS 26, visionOS 26, and watchOS 26 will soon be available to customers worldwide — which means you can now submit apps and games that take advantage of Apple’s broadest design update ever.Build your ...

09-02-25 -

Hello Developer: September 2025
Be ready for the new design. Whether you’re a longtime pro or a hobbyist, get inspired and make your apps and games look their best by exploring videos, downloads, and docs.Plus, sign up for one-on-one appointments to dive into machine learning ...

08-26-25 -

Awe dropping.
Join us for a special Apple Event on September 9 at 10 a.m. PT.

Watch on apple.com, Apple TV, or YouTube Live.

08-21-25 -

Tax and Price Updates for Apps, In-App Purchases, and Subscriptions
The App Store is designed to make it easy to sell your digital goods and services globally, with support for 44 currencies across 175 storefronts.From time to time, we need to adjust prices or your proceeds due to changes in tax regulations or fo...

08-05-25 -

Hello Developer: August 2025
Sign up for new Apple developer workshops all over the world. Plus, download Apple UI design kits for Figma and Sketch, meet the Italy-based team behind Sunlitt, and more.Read more

07-24-25 -

Updated age ratings in App Store Connect
The App Store is designed to be a safe and trusted place for all ages, including children. The age rating system for apps and games has been updated in order to provide people with more granular age ratings. We’ve also introduced new age rating...

07-22-25 -

New 64-bit requirement for watchOS apps
Beginning April 2026, watchOS apps uploaded to App Store Connect must also include 64-bit support and be built with the watchOS 26 SDK. To enable 64-bit support in your project, we recommend using the default Xcode build setting of “Standar...

07-18-25 -

iOS and iPadOS 26 design kits are here
iOS and iPadOS 26 design kits are hereApple Ul design kits for Figma and Sketch are now available for iOS and iPadOS 26.Apple Design Resources

06-26-25 -

Updates for apps in the EuropeanUnion
The European Commission has required Apple to make a series of additional changes under the Digital Markets Act:Communication and promotion of offers Today, we’re introducing updated terms that let developers with apps in the European Union st...