Apple has announced that applications lacking trader status verification will be removed from the App Store in the European Union starting February 17, 2025, in compliance with the Digital Services Act (DSA).
Account Holders and Administrators in the Apple Developer Program must provide and verify their trader status through App Store Connect for all applications available in the European Union App Store. This verification process is mandatory under the new EU regulations.
The removal process will begin on February 17, 2025, affecting all non-compliant applications in the EU App Store. Applications will remain removed until proper trader status is provided and verified by Apple.
Impact on Developers
This regulatory change requires immediate action from developers operating in the EU market. Applications will only be reinstated to the App Store once they:
- Provide valid trader status information
- Complete the verification process through App Store Connect
- Meet all DSA compliance requirements
The measure reflects Apple's commitment to adhering to European Union digital marketplace regulations while maintaining transparency in app distribution channels.
