App Store guideline 1.1.1
Apps may not contain content that demeans, discriminates against or attacks people because of who they are. Unofficial explanation, not affiliated with Apple. Apple's text prevails.
- Guideline
- 1.1.1
- Section
- 1. Safety
- This page
- Unofficial explanation, not affiliated with Apple. Apple's text prevails.
- Version
- Guidelines last updated October 16, 2026
- Official source
- Apple's App Review Guidelines
What it means
- It covers content or commentary aimed at groups defined by religion, race, sexual orientation, gender, national or ethnic origin and similar traits. The concern is highest when the app could humiliate, intimidate or hurt a targeted person or group.
- Professional political satirists and comedians get a general exemption.
Related guidelines
Apple's text
This page is an unofficial explanation in our own words. Unofficial explanation, not affiliated with Apple. Apple's text prevails. Apple's wording is on its page, linked below.
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