Unnecessary Forced “App” Updates

Apple keeps changing things which means more work for iOS developers.

Red dots on your app are a problem…

Recently I have started receiving a slew of notifications from Apple telling me that my apps do not follow the App Store Review Guidelines.

The dreaded Apple Email

If you get one of these emails and don’t do anything about it within 30 days, then your app will be removed from the app store. More detail is provided in your developer account if you click on the Resolution Center hyperlink in the email.

Dear Developer,
On September 1, 2016, we announced that we will be implementing an ongoing process of evaluating and removing apps that no longer function as intended, don’t follow current review guidelines, or are outdated.
We noticed that your app has not been updated in a significant amount of time.
Next Steps
To keep your app on the App Store, submit an updated version for review and make sure it follows the latest App Review Guidelines. If you are unable to submit an update within 30 days, your app will be removed from the App Store until you submit an update, and it is approved.