Updated App Review Guidelines now available
Updated App Review Guidelines now available is an official Apple Developer update published on Feb 6, 2026. This page summarizes what changed and why it matters for App Store, ASO, release, policy, and developer teams.
What changed
The App Review Guidelines have been revised to clarify that apps with random or anonymous chat are subject to the 1.2 User-Generated Content guideline.
Why it matters for App Store teams
It may affect listing operations, submissions, review expectations, localization, or storefront monitoring.
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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