Apple has set a new deadline of November 1, 2026 for all Patreon creators to switch from Patreon's legacy billing system to the App Store's in-app purchase system in the Patreon app on the iPhone and iPad, as reported by TechCrunch. Note: This image has been edited to include a pile of cash. Patreon is a platform where creators such as YouTubers can receive payments from fans, which can be a valuable revenue stream alongside ads and sponsorships.
    • panda_abyss@lemmy.caEnglish
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      10 hours ago

      Is it? Previously this was considered tips

      Now it’s 30% for what? Running a payment gateway and hiding an unsubscribe button deep in the App Store UI.

      Competitively payment gateways charge 1-3%, but when you lock down a platform you can charge 10x that.

    • lost_faith@lemmy.caEnglish
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      10 hours ago

      Yeah, I remember cause my Patreon account asked me what I wanted to do about apple trying to steal my money

      p.s. I never push Patreon so have no subs lol