Spotify iOS users will now be able to pay freely even outside the app
Sandy Verma May 04, 2025 08:24 AM

Spotify's iPhone app has been officially updated, so that the US user can also pay for subscription outside the app – this step has been possible due to the recent changes in the policies of Apple's App Store. Now with a 9.0.40 version, has become the first major platform to give the external payment link directly on Spotify iOS, which bypasses Apple's long -standing sanctions.

Spotify spokesman Jean Moran said in a statement to a famous media house, “In the victory of consumers, artists, creators and writers, Apple has approved SPTify's American app update.” “After nearly a decade, it will finally allow us to show clear pricing information and links for purchase, which will promote transparency and option for American consumers. Now we can give consumers to consumers a low price, greater control and easy access to the Spotify experience.” Also read – America will have the highest stake in the sale of iPhone made in India: Cook

This update comes after a historic decision in the legal battle between Apple and EPIC Games, where the court ordered Apple to loosen its grip on in-app payment regulation. Earlier, developers were banned from linking to external payment pages or advertising alternative pricing, and Apple imposed a fee of up to 30 percent on any in-app purchases. Judge Yavon Gonzalez Rogers recently pronounced the decision that Apple should end all restrictions that include “horror” pop-up warnings and external fees.

The newly approved app of �spotify includes clear details about promotional pricing and subscription tier, which are directly available through its website – free from apple fee. If you still do not see new options, Moran said that it may take some time to appear on all devices “, even if you have already updated to the latest version.

�spotify has been an outspoken opponent of Apple's App Store Rules for many years. Moran had previously described Apple's external payment policy in direct conflict with “derogatory” and consumer freedom and healthy competition.

Under the leadership of Spotify, Patreon also announced a plan to implement external payments in its iOS app, and EPIC Games are preparing their own low-fee payment option.

This update marks a significant change in the method of interacting with the developers' how to interact with the developers – potentially the entire app can give a new look to the ecosystem.

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