Apple Is Removing Outdated Apps From Its App Store

As noted in 2016, Apple has started delisting outdated apps from its App Store, triggering a spike of problems with app developers.

To keep the apps listed and visible to users, Apple asked the concerned developers to pass an update to their apps. Although, the apps that were already installed on phones will not be removed even if the apps in App Store are delisted.

Deleting Outdated Apps From App Store

Apple is undoubtedly being monopolistic on its App Store rules. The company is already playing with a slew of lawsuits around the world regarding its in-app payment system. Adding to this, the company is facing heat from app developers and experts on a new “ App Improvement Notice. ”

I feel sick. Apple just sent me an email saying they’re removing my free game Motivoto because its more than 2 years old. It’s part of their App improvement system. This is not cool. Console games from 2000 are still available for sale. This is an unfair barrier to indie devs. pic.twitter.com/7XNcLfiEcR — Protopop Games (@protopop) April 23, 2022