
"App Store developers required to justify API usage in new policy update"
Apple will require developers to explain why their apps use certain APIs before submitting them to the App Store. These "Required Reason APIs" aim to crack down on fingerprinting and tracking users across different apps and websites. Starting in spring 2024, apps that use these APIs without a valid reason will be rejected. While this measure prioritizes privacy, some developers are concerned about increased app rejection rates, especially for common APIs like UserDefaults. Apple will allow developers to appeal rejections and submit requests for situations not covered in the guidelines.
