App Store guideline 1.1.6
Apps may not present false information or features, such as invented device data or joke tools that pretend to work. Unofficial explanation, not affiliated with Apple. Apple's text prevails.
- Guideline
- 1.1.6
- 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
- Fake location trackers are named as an example.
- Calling an app a piece of entertainment does not get around the rule.
What reviewers look at
The guideline says apps built for prank or anonymous calls and text messages (SMS or MMS) will be rejected.
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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