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0 pointsTuringNYC5y ago0 comments

I'm not in the space, so apologies if this question is offbase.

What happens if Apple takes a 30% cut of the app revenue, but you book the class offline (say, via web). But then you view via your iPad?

Another example might be the various learning apps. I purchased a Coursera class via the web, but then I added via my iPad -- does Apple get a revenue from this?

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diebeforei4855y ago

Apple still requires apps to offer in-app purchase (taking 30%) for virtual fitness classes, concerts, etc.

They can still offer a lower price on their own website, but they can't link to that from the app. Users would have to open a browser, go to their website, sign in, and make a purchase -- too much friction.

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