Following the DMA antitrust legislation in the EU, Apple now lets EU users delete the App Store and install the one they like.
The Digital Markets Act (DMA) has forced the so-called «gatekeepers» to introduce changes to their policies allowing users to use their devices, the way they want. The European Consumer Organization (BEUC) has been pretty strict towards Apple, urging compliance with DMA’s rules. As a result, Apple announced amendments to its policies, especially for EU users, the result of which can be seen in the recently rolled out iOS 18.2 update.
Apple already allows EU users to delete native apps such as Calculator, Calendar, Music, and Notes.
