Apple Developer Programme: New Trader status Requirements for EU App Store Submissions
apple Developers submitting apps to the App Store in the European Union (EU) are now required to provide trader status details in App Store Connect. This change, implemented instantly, is a necesary step to comply with the European Union’s Digital Services Act (DSA).
Specifically, Account Holders or Admins within the Apple Developer Program must designate their trader status within App Store Connect before submitting any app updates. Developers who are considered “traders” will need to furnish detailed trader information prior to app review.
Crucially, apps lacking verified trader status will be removed from the App Store in the EU starting February 17, 2025, and will remain unavailable until the required information is submitted and successfully verified. https://developer.apple.com/news/?id=01292024a
This requirement stems from the Digital Services act, a extensive set of regulations designed to create a safer and more accountable online surroundings for European users. https://commission.europa.eu/strategy-and-policy/priorities-2019-2024/europe-fit-digital-age/digital-services-act_en
Apple provides resources to help developers understand what constitutes “trader” status and how to properly enter this information in app Store Connect. https://developer.apple.com/help/app-store-connect/manage-compliance-information/manage-european-union-digital-services-act-trader-requirements/
Developers are strongly encouraged to review these resources and ensure compliance to avoid app removal from the EU App Store.
Analysis & Strategy Breakdown:
* Primary Topic: Apple Developer Program compliance with the EU Digital Services Act.
* Primary Keyword: EU Digital Services Act compliance
* Secondary Keywords: app store Connect, trader status, Apple Developer Program, DSA, app submission, EU regulations, app removal.
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