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On December 24, 2025, Apple completed a global update of the App Store Connect verification protocols for Real Money Gaming (RMG) applications. iGaming product developers are now required to choose between Individual and Corporate accounts based on updated ownership transparency and tax reporting requirements. This decision has a critical impact on the survival of WebView and native applications in the context of stricter KYC checks in Tier-1 regions.
Technical differences and account registration stages
Choosing the type of account in the Apple Developer Program determines not only the legal status, but also the technical scaling capabilities of the iGaming project. A physical account is registered for a specific person and displays his name in the "Seller" field in the App Store. A corporate account requires an active DUNS number and the official status of a legal entity, which provides access to advanced team management.
- Individual (Physical): Quick registration via Apple ID, minimal package of documents, no possibility to add additional developers.
- Organization (Corporate): It requires D-U-N-S verification, allows you to assign roles in the App Store Connect and use the Apple Business Manager.
- The KYC process: For corporations, Apple requests confirmation of the right of signature (LSA) and verification of the domain's connection with the legal entity.
Key data by account type (December 2025):
- Cost of participation: $99/per year for both types (in the USA).
- Limit of devices for testing: 100 pieces for each type of profile.
- The DUNS verification period: up to 14 business days.
| Characteristic | Individual (Individual) | Organization (Company) |
|---|---|---|
| Seller's name | Owner's full name | Company Name (Legal Entity) |
| Access to TestFlight | Full access | Advanced (up to 10,000 testers) |
| Team Management | Absent | Multi-level access |
| Risk of blocking (Chain-ban) | High (according to personal data) | Average (in corporate relations) |
Expert opinions on the limits and risks of blocking
iGaming market experts note that Apple has strengthened its algorithms for finding "bundles" between accounts. In December 2025, the number of automatic locks of physical accounts using the same payment data increased by 40% compared to the third quarter. This forces professional teams to switch to an ownership model through holding corporate structures.
According to the analytical agency AppData iGaming, corporate accounts have a 25% higher chance of passing the initial moderation of applications with gambling elements. The reason is the high level of trust in legal entities that have provided tax returns and confirmed physical office addresses.
The evolution of Apple's policy on RMG apps
Historically, Apple has sought to limit the presence of gambling in the App Store by converting it to the format of native solutions (Swift/Objective-C). With the introduction of new rules at the end of 2025, the company shifted its focus from technology (WebView vs Native) to the legal purity of the publisher. The relationship between the account type and the probability of missing the "gray" chart has become direct: individuals are manually checked in 90% of cases.
Earlier, in 2023-2024, developers massively used Enterprise accounts for distribution bypassing the store. Today, this loophole is practically closed. Apple has implemented a system for hardware binding of the device to the developer's profile, which makes it impossible to scale through "physicists" without the risk of losing the entire application grid. Why is this important? Because App Review's trust is now based on the history of the corporate domain and its reputation with the tax authorities.
Forecast of the structure of the mobile gambling market for 2026
Analysts predict a complete transformation of arbitration teams into legitimate IT companies over the next year. The use of individual accounts will remain the prerogative of solo developers and small teams working in Tier-3 regions. At the same time, in Europe and North America, a corporate account will become the only legal way to host iGaming products.
The impact on the industry will be long-term: the threshold for entry into iGaming via iOS will increase, but the quality and security of applications will significantly improve. Expert-level developers should already initiate the process of obtaining DUNS and preparing corporate documentation to maintain operational activities.
Sources: Official Apple Developer Documentation, Dun & Bradstreet Registry, iGaming AppData data.
