DeveloperDec 17, 2025
Changes to iOS in Japan
Changes to iOS in Japan is an official Apple Developer update published on Dec 17, 2025. This page summarizes what changed and why it matters for App Store, ASO, release, policy, and developer teams.
What changed
To comply with the Mobile Software Competition Act (MSCA), Apple is introducing changes to iOS that create new options for developers' apps in Japan. Beginning with iOS 26.2, developers can distribute apps on alternativ…
Why it matters for App Store teams
It may affect SDK, Xcode, API, platform, or release-engineering workflows.
Recommended follow-up
Review the original Apple update, then check affected apps, countries, rankings, releases, and ASO workflows inside AppStoreStatistics if the change touches your launch or growth process.
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