# Apple Announces App Policy Changes for European Union

Apple has announced new changes to its app policies specifically for the European Union. This affects app developers and users in the EU, likely in response to the Digital Markets Act. The changes could alter how apps are distributed, billed, and linked within the region.

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## Sources

### Technology
- [Hacker News](https://www.apple.com/newsroom/2026/08/apple-announces-changes-for-apps-in-the-european-union/) — Tue, 18 Aug 2026 16:21:34 +0000