App Store guideline 1.4.3
Apps may not encourage use of tobacco, vaping products, illegal drugs or excessive amounts of alcohol. Unofficial explanation, not affiliated with Apple. Apple's text prevails.
- Guideline
- 1.4.3
- 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
- Facilitating the sale of controlled substances or tobacco is not allowed.
- An exception is made for licensed pharmacies and for licensed or otherwise legal cannabis dispensaries.
What reviewers look at
The guideline says apps that encourage minors to consume these substances 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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