Apples New iTunes Guidelines Changing App Makers

Apples New iTunes Guidelines Changing App MakersCredit Pressmaster/Shutterstock Tech-loving small business owners are probably aware that Apple recently released updated guidelines governing the acceptance of apps in iTunes. One of the changes has ruffled some feathers, particularly with those who arent all that tech savvy. Its especially impacting companies that have relied on no-code app makers.In the Minimal Functionality section of the update, under section 4.2.6., Apples App Store review guidelines now state, Apps created from a commercialized template or app generation service will be rejected. Since many small business owners use app generation services or independent contractors to build customized apps, this new standard could be alarming. Not all app makers and subsequent apps are so impacted, but some are according to reports about companies such as Appy Pie. However, Appy Pie tells us that only one app created on their platform (one of more th an 2 million) has been impacted thus far. The company also said it is receiving more users per day than before.Based on the work Apple has done over the past year to clean up the App Store, it looks like the focus of the guideline changes has been on removing outdated apps, copycat apps and werbemail apps. As you can imagine, most spam apps arent created by diligent developers who spend hours on each design theyre created using simple templates and app builders.While we cant say for sure that Apples new guidelines wont change the app creation process for small business owners, its reasonable to guess that most rejected apps will be in violation of more than just guideline 4.2.6. However, Apple is unlikely to be clear as to why your app has been rejected or ejected from the store.Before you invest in building a coded, custom app for your business, do your homework and understand the risks involved. It is possible that an app you have created will be rejected, bedrngnis only based on the rule outlined under 4.2.6. but because of one of the many other guidelines on Apples list.If you hire an independent developer to create an app for you, you should ask them if theyve read Apples new App Store review guidelines and how they plan on maintaining compliance. You should also ask any potential developer you hire how they will handle operating system updates, since Apple now requires all apps to stay current if they want to stay in the app store. If you plan to use a DIY app maker, make sure it does not advertise as a no-code maker and is more targeted at low-code or custom code.Editors Note Looking for mobile app developmentfor your business? If youre looking for information to help you choose the one thats right for you, use the questionnaire below to receive information from a variety of vendors for free. Mona Bushnell Mona Bushnell is a New York C ity-based Staff Writer for Business nachrichten Daily and Business.com. She has a B.A. in Writing, Literature, and Publishing from Emerson College and has previously worked as an IT Technician, a Copywriter, a Software Administrator, a Scheduling Manager and an Editorial Writer. Mona began freelance writing full-time in 2014 and joined the Business.com team in 2017. Start Your Business Business Ideas Business Plans Startup Basics Startup Funding konzessionsverkauf Success Stories Entrepreneurs Grow Your Business Sales absatzwirtschaft Finances Your Team Technology Social Media Security Build Your Career Get the Job Get Ahead Office Life Work-Life Balance Home Office Lead Your Team Leadership Women in Business Managing Strategy Personal Growth Find A Solution HR Solutions Financial Solutions Marketing Solutions Security Solutions Retail Solutions SMB Solutions About Us Contact Us Partner with Us Copyright Policy Terms of Use Privacy Policy Do Not Sell My Personal Information Advertising Disclosure Sitemap 200 Fifth Avenue, Second FloorWaltham, MA 02451infobusines snewsdaily.com Copyright document.write(new Date().getFullYear()) All Rights Reserved. Company About Us Contact Us Partner with Us Copyright Policy Terms of Use Privacy Policy Do Not Sell My Personal Information Advertising Disclosure Sitemap Network Business.com BuyerZone.com