Python grapples with Apple App Store rejections
Python developers face App Store rejections post Python 3.12 update due to Apple's ban on "itms-services" string. Eric Froemling's bug report triggers discussions on solutions like obfuscation and JSON config. Python community seeks resolution amid Apple's strict policies.
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Python developers are facing rejections from Apple's App Store due to a recent upgrade from Python 3.11 to 3.12. The issue stems from Apple's rejection of apps containing the string "itms-services," a URL scheme for installing apps from Apple's iTunes Store, which is prohibited in sandboxed apps. Eric Froemling submitted a bug report against CPython, sparking a discussion among developers on accommodating app store review processes. Solutions discussed include obfuscation, distribution-level patching, and a JSON configuration file for urllib. Python 3.13 may introduce a build-time option to address the problem. Some developers suggest not supporting Apple's platform until they become more transparent. Despite frustrations with opaque review processes, the Python community aims to find the best solution for developers. The debate also touches on the broader issue of navigating Apple's strict policies and the potential impact on Python's presence in the Apple ecosystem.
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7 commentsIt's sad that there's nothing that people using iOS can do about these hamfisted policies.
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