Setapp Plans Alternative App Store in Europe

Setapp has announced plans to launch an alternative App Store in Europe for iPhone users.

Currently, Setapp provides access to dozens of apps for Mac and iOS with a single monthly subscription. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), the company revealed plans for an iPhone app store in Europe.

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Exciting news for iPhone users in Europe! @Setapp, the ultimate app subscription service for macOS and iOS, is planning to launch as an alternative app store!


Join the waitlist and be the first to explore: https://setapp.com/join-waitlist
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The announcement is in advance of an EU requirement that Apple and other gatekeepers allow third party app stores on their platforms. The Digital Markets Act (DMA) has already gone into force and companies will be forced to comply by March 6 2024 at the latest.

It's rumored that Apple will only comply with the legislation in the EU; however, the company has yet to announce any formal plans to allow sideloading or rival app stores. Please download the iClarified app or follow iClarified on Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, and RSS for further updates.