You can no longer subscribe to Disney Plus or Hulu through the Apple App Store — here’s why

Streaming services have started to turn away from Apple’s in-app billing, most recently Disney+ and Hulu.

Apple has, in the past, required any streaming apps available in its app store to provide a way for users to subscribe directly through the app. However, a recent report from MacRumors has revealed that two of the most popular streaming apps no longer have to comply with this, and are instead turning users towards the main website. Several users have taken to Reddit over the weekend confirming that they were no longer able to create a subscription in the app.

Disney has stated that customers who already subscribe to Disney+ or Hulu through app purchases on iOS shouldn’t be affected and won’t have to choose a new payment method. However, new subscribers will have

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