Apple to Allow Alternative App Stores and More on iOS in Brazil by April

Apple will allow alternative app stores, third-party payments, and external links for in-app offers on iOS in Brazil. This follows regulatory pressure and mirrors changes already implemented in several other regions. Brazilian iPhone users will thus have more app download choices beyond the App Store. Implementation is expected within 105 days, potentially coinciding with iOS 26.4's release. This shift echoes similar regulatory trends impacting Apple in the EU, Japan, South Korea, the UK, and Australia. Apple has frequently expressed security and privacy worries against these changes. Despite these reservations, the company is adjusting to comply with varying regional legislation. These regulatory actions create a more open ecosystem. The move also impacts developers by offering them more payment options. Ultimately, users gain increased flexibility in how they acquire and pay for apps.