{"id":358191,"date":"2024-01-24T11:07:07","date_gmt":"2024-01-24T16:07:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/knowtechie.com\/?p=358191"},"modified":"2024-01-24T11:07:50","modified_gmt":"2024-01-24T16:07:50","slug":"spotify-in-app-payments-for-eu-ios-users","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/knowtechie.com\/spotify-in-app-payments-for-eu-ios-users\/","title":{"rendered":"Spotify to bring back in-app payments for iOS users in the EU"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Music streaming platform Spotify is about to become a whole lot better for iPhone users in the European Union thanks to the <a href=\"https:\/\/knowtechie.com\/the-eus-new-digital-services-act-looks-to-severely-limit-the-power-of-internet-giants\/\" data-lasso-id=\"557436\">Digital Markets Act (DMA)<\/a> rolling out on March 7. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the top complaints about Spotify has been the difficulty in subscribing to and buying things through the app on iPhones. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, the DMA means that Spotify will finally be able to share details about offers, subscription prices, or even where or how to buy these, giving users an easier experience, the <a href=\"https:\/\/newsroom.spotify.com\/2024-01-24\/the-dma-means-a-better-spotify-for-artists-creators-and-you\/\" data-lasso-id=\"557437\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">music streaming giant announced<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With the DMA prohibiting the ~30% tax imposed by Apple, Spotify can now communicate directly with users about subscription offerings, product prices, deals, and promotions in the app. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Users can expect clear information on prices for things like Premium subscriptions and audiobooks as well as new products for sale, promotional campaigns, superfan clubs, and upcoming events.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image358191_21b0d9-37 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}.kb-image358191_21b0d9-37 img.kb-img, .kb-image358191_21b0d9-37 .kb-img img{border-top-left-radius:4px;border-top-right-radius:4px;border-bottom-right-radius:4px;border-bottom-left-radius:4px;filter:drop-shadow(2px 7px 14px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2));}<\/style><div class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image358191_21b0d9-37\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/knowtechie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Spotify-credit-card-payment-1600x900.webp\" alt=\"two screenshots of the spotify app showing how the european dma legislation will enable in-app third-party subscriptions\" class=\"kb-img wp-image-358231\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/knowtechie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Spotify-credit-card-payment-1600x900.webp 1600w, https:\/\/knowtechie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Spotify-credit-card-payment-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/knowtechie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Spotify-credit-card-payment-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/knowtechie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Spotify-credit-card-payment-1536x864.webp 1536w, https:\/\/knowtechie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Spotify-credit-card-payment.webp 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><figcaption>Image: Spotify<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Spotify users in the EU can also look forward to hassle-free in-app payments. They will be able to buy a Premium subscription or an audiobook, as well as upgrade from an individual to a Duo or Family plan to save money with a couple of easy clicks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With the new rules, Spotify can now give artists and authors increased exposure to new audiences and help them build a fandom of listeners and audiobook fans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is one of the first moves that will put a stop to Apple&#8217;s overcontrolling tendencies when it comes to apps installed on its devices. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Spotify decided to stop using Apple&#8217;s in-app payment system after a 30% fee was introduced for all purchases, which led to Apple introducing regulations about what commercial information can and cannot be shared within apps. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The European Union will be enforcing its Digital Markets Act starting March 7th, 2024, preventing large digital platforms from abusing market power.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As the date approaches, it seems that <a href=\"https:\/\/knowtechie.com\/apple-sideloading-ios-apps-soon-app-store-split\/\" data-lasso-id=\"557438\">Apple is planning to split its App Store to comply with the DMA<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Unfortunately, Spotify users who live in other areas have more waiting to do since similar legislation is only in the works in a handful of countries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re not in the EU and want an alternative to Spotify, we&#8217;ve got you covered with a comprehensive list of the <a href=\"https:\/\/knowtechie.com\/best-spotify-alternatives-for-music\/\" data-lasso-id=\"557439\">best music streaming services<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:16px\"><em>Have any thoughts on this? 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