Apple App Store
The official app marketplace for iOS, iPadOS, macOS, watchOS, and tvOS
Official StoresiOSmacOS
Apps
2.0M
Commission
15%
Review Time
24-48 hours
Developers
36.0M
About Apple App Store
The Apple App Store is Apple's official digital distribution platform for applications on iOS, iPadOS, macOS, watchOS, and tvOS. Known for its strict quality standards and curated approach, it serves over a billion active devices worldwide.
Company Information
- Company
- Apple Inc.
- Headquarters
- Cupertino, California, USA
- Founded
- 2008
Pros
- +Premium user base with higher spending power
- +Strict quality control ensures high-quality apps
- +Excellent developer tools and documentation
- +Strong privacy and security standards
- +15% commission through Small Business Program
- +Fast review times (usually 24-48 hours)
Cons
- -Annual $99 developer fee
- -Strict guidelines can limit app functionality
- -30% commission above $1M threshold
- -Closed ecosystem limits distribution options
- -Review process can be unpredictable
