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In a move that could ruffle feathers at Apple HQ, TikTok appears to be experimenting with a way to bypass the App Store's 30% cut on in-app purchases. These coins are typically used for tipping creators and buying them through the app currently funnels a hefty chunk of the cash to Apple. Upon checking the link tiktok.com/coin, a sweet 25% discount is prominently displayed, which they frame as "avoiding third-party service fees." Apple Pay is even an option alongside traditional credit cards, at least according to the screenshots from TechCrunch. Previously in January, Apple updated its App Store rules to allow some apps to link out to external payment systems. This throws shade on how TikTok's 25% discount would work with Apple's commission fee. Apple requires apps to clearly inform users when they're being directed outside the App Store. Reports suggest TikTok might be skipping this step, potentially violating Apple's guidelines. This avoids the App Store markup, which increases the cost (Php209 monthly fee) if users pay using the app. Read more in our articles including "TikTok’s virtual coin recharge reportedly circumvents Apple App Store 30% commission fee" and "Apple App Store now permits game emulators globally".