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About alternative app marketplaces in the European Union


Users based in the European Union with an iPhone have the ability to install apps using alternative app marketplaces, in addition to the App Store.

Screen Time, parental controls and Spotlight continue to function and maintain Apple's security, privacy and safety standards. If not properly managed, alternative app marketplaces pose increased privacy, safety and security risks for users and developers. Through a combination of automated checks and human review, Notarisation helps ensure apps are free of known malware, viruses or other security threats, function as promised and don't expose users to egregious fraud.

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