Question

I have a requirement like this,

1. User goes to ad section in the app where all ads are displayed in the table. He will select which ad needs to be shown in the broadcast queue and at what time. The ad needs to be purchased before inserting into the queue.

2. The queue is a series of audio objects which are broadcasted the user. this is similar to radio.

Could someone tell me how should I go with ad purchase implementation in the app? Should I need to go with in-app purchase or via 3rd pardy payment option like paypal etc. Please provide some inputs.

Thanks.

Answer 1

Since an ‘Ad’ that you are selling is a digital good, you must use Apple in-app purchase system. That is a requirement by Apple.

You can use Paypal API (or any other payment gateway) only for purchases of physical goods. And charity donations.

Here’s a link that describes it in detail.