Following recent changes to EU legislation and iOS 17.4, AltStore PAL has become the first alternative app store to officially launch in the European Union. This open-source platform aims to empower independent developers and offer unique apps at a low cost to consumers.
Key Features:
- Indie Focus: AltStore PAL welcomes “indie” apps that may struggle to meet Apple’s App Store guidelines, providing an outlet for creative and niche software.
- Free for Developers, Affordable for Users: Developers can distribute their apps for free, with optional Patreon integration for support. Users pay a minimal yearly fee (around 1.50 euros plus VAT) to access the store.
- No Review Process: AltStore PAL eliminates the manual approval process, potentially speeding up app availability.
Launch Lineup:
The store debuts with two notable apps:
- Delta: A multi-platform Nintendo emulator – the kind not typically allowed on the App Store.
- Clip: A powerful clipboard manager able to run continuously in the background, another feature often restricted on iOS.
AltStore PAL could usher in a new era for iOS apps, particularly those focused on specific interests or pushing the boundaries of what’s currently allowed on Apple’s platform. This increased choice directly benefits both developers and users within the EU.
Interested users within the EU can download AltStore PAL from the AltStore.io website and subscribe for the yearly fee.
Europe’s coolest alternative app marketplace is HERE!
— AltStore.io (@altstoreio) April 17, 2024
Introducing AltStore PAL — an Apple-approved version of AltStore exclusive to the EU
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