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App Store
Sourced & current · updated Jun 6, 2026Website
Apple's mobile app distribution platform — launched July 2008. Available on iOS, iPadOS, watchOS, tvOS, and visionOS. Key revenue surface for Apple Services + primary inventory for Apple Ads (formerly Apple Search Ads). ~$25B+ annual revenue.
Where they sit
Stack tier: Ecosystem Services (A)
Mobile Ad PlatformMarketplace Technology
Ownership
Parent: Apple Inc.