Apple Tightens EU Digital Services Act (DSA) Compliance for App Store Developers
- Author: Wolfgang von Sandersleben, DP-Dock GmbH
- Last updated: Dezember 2024
- Category: General Obligations
Apple is stepping up its enforcement of the EU Digital Services Act (DSA) requirements, ensuring apps distributed via its App Store meet new trader obligations. The clock is ticking for developers distributing apps on Apple’s App Store in the European Union. By February 17, 2025, developers must meet DSA requirements to avoid app removal from the EU App Store.
Developers covered by the scope of the DSA must now adhere to stricter transparency rules when submitting apps through App Store Connect. Any entity needs to declare a trader status by self-assessment, while the European Commission developed notices and guidance which can help to understand the status of a trader.
Key changes include mandatory disclosure of trader contact details, payment information and most importantly certify/state compliance with the DSA. One of the requirements for companies located outside of the EU with services offered in the internal market to be compliant, is to appoint an EU legal representative. (maybe add key points of our service)
These standards align with the DSA’s goal to create a safer and more transparent digital ecosystem, holding platforms and traders accountable for user experiences. The proactive compliance from Apple reflects a certain dedication to maintaining trust with regulators, other businesses and users. If you consider yourself a trader, located outside the EU, our services as an EU legal representative might be of interest for you, to increase trust for all ties with EU actors/players/entities.
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