The Payment Revolution Has ARRIVED

Brace yourselves, creators – Patreon just unleashed a GAME-CHANGING update that’ll put more money in your pocket. Thanks to Apple’s courtroom defeat against Epic Games, the creator economy just got a MAJOR power boost.

“This ruling tears down Apple’s 30% tax on creativity. We’re talking about creators keeping THOUSANDS more per year.”

Tech Industry Analyst

What Just Changed? (And Why It Matters)

In the new Patreon app (version 125.5.0), that tiny “Join” button just became a FREEDOM BUTTON:

• Web payments LIVE – Ditch Apple’s 30% cut with credit cards, Venmo, PayPal
• Apple Pay still available – But now it’s an OPTION, not a mandate
• Rolling out NOW – US users see changes within 24 hours of updating

The Backstory That Changed Everything

This isn’t just an update – it’s a HARD-FOUGHT VICTORY. When Epic Games took Apple to court over payment monopolies, they weren’t just fighting for Fortnite. They were fighting for EVERY creator who’s ever had their earnings slashed by Apple’s “tax.”

The April 30th ruling forced Apple to:

• Allow external payment links
• Update App Store guidelines
• Accept revamped apps from Spotify, Kindle, and NOW Patreon

What This Means For YOUR Wallet

Patreon creators just dodged a BULLET. Remember that November 2025 deadline forcing everyone onto Apple’s payment system? GONE. The company confirmed:

“We’re moving forward under the assumption that the forced switch to subscription billing is no longer necessary. This ruling gives us FLEXIBILITY we’ve never had before.”

Patreon Support Update

The Bottom Line

This is MORE than a technical update – it’s a POWER SHIFT. For years, Apple held creators hostage with their payment monopoly. Today? Creators finally have:

• CHOICE in how they get paid
• CONTROL over their earnings
• CASH that stays in THEIR pockets

ACTION ITEM: Update your Patreon app NOW and start directing supporters to web payments. Every dollar saved from Apple’s cut is another dollar fueling your creative empire.