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.

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Apple has mandated that all Patreon creators switch to the App Store's in-app purchase system by November 1, 2026, or risk removal from the App Store. This change means Apple will take a 30% commission on subscriptions (dropping to 15% after one year), treating creator payments as digital goods. Patreon creators can either raise prices in the iOS app to offset the fee or absorb the cost themselves. Users can avoid the commission by subscribing through Patreon's website instead of the iOS app. Currently, 96% of Patreon creators have already migrated from the legacy billing system.

Apple to Soon Take Up to 30% Cut From All Patreon Creators in iOS App