iOS BS
Added 2025-03-16 04:20:46 +0000 UTCHello Fellow Great Apes
It seems that Apple isn't making enough money so they are charging iOS users an additional 30% on in-app purchases. This is what I received from Patreon today:
"We’re writing to let you know that your Patreon has been updated to use Apple’s in-app purchase system. This means that all purchases of memberships and shop items through the Patreon iOS app will now include Apple’s 30% App Store fee. As a reminder, Apple’s fees do not affect your existing members." (Bold mine)
I assume that last part means that you guys won't be affected (even if you use iOS devices).
Moving forward this sucks as a creator as I either need to adsorb these fees myself, or some people will be forced to pay them if they want my zines (or anything else via any iOS app).
Anyhoo, I just thought I would let you know. If you have any questions or concerns, let me know.
And, as always, happy gaming.
Russ
Comments
You don’t need to do all that. Just buy through a browser and not the app.
Aaron Morgan
2025-03-16 20:50:04 +0000 UTCI don't blame you. I have gotten rid of a lot of apps recently.
Russ
2025-03-16 19:59:18 +0000 UTCit’s why i deleted the app a dogs age ago- Patreon still works on the web, je?
Trey
2025-03-16 18:13:43 +0000 UTCWell, I'm not on IOS, predatory tactics are common over there. The solution for IOS people is to install a VM with Linux and buy from there.
Gustavo Campanelli
2025-03-16 06:17:40 +0000 UTC
