While TikTok now operates in the United States under new (non-Chinese majority) ownership following its recent divestiture, Apple has implemented technical restrictions that prevent iOS users in the U.S. from downloading or updating other apps developed by ByteDance, TikTok’s Chinese parent company.
An archived version of an Apple Support document (no longer available on Apple’s Support site) states, in part: Apple is obligated to follow the laws in the jurisdictions where it operates. Pursuant to the Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act, apps developed by ByteDance Ltd. and its subsidiaries — including TikTok, CapCut, Lemon8, and others — will no longer be available for download or updates on the App Store for users in the United States starting January 19, 2025. The following are some of the apps developed by ByteDance Ltd. and its subsidiaries that are affected: If you live in the United States If you already have these apps installed on your device, they will remain on your device. But they can’t be redownloaded if deleted or restored if you move to a new device. In-app purchases and new subscriptions are no longer possible. Users in the United States won’t receive updates for these apps, which could potentially impact performance, security, and compatibility with future versions of iOS and iPadOS, and some app functions might become limited or stop working since the app can’t receive updates. Support MacDailyNews at no extra cost to you by using this link to shop at Amazon. The post Apple blocks U.S. users from downloading ByteDance’s Chinese apps appeared first on MacDailyNews. Invite your friends and earn rewardsIf you enjoy MacDailyNews, share it with your friends and earn rewards when they subscribe. |
Friday, March 6, 2026
Apple blocks U.S. users from downloading ByteDance’s Chinese apps
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