App Store guideline 4.7.2
An app may not pass its own native platform APIs or technologies on to the software it offers without Apple's prior permission. Unofficial explanation, not affiliated with Apple. Apple's text prevails.
- Guideline
- 4.7.2
- Section
- 4. Design
- 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
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