Apple App Store

The Apple App Store is the primary, secure digital distribution platform for over 1.9 million vetted applications across all Apple operating systems (OS).

The App Store launched on July 10, 2008, fundamentally changing mobile software distribution and creating a multi-billion dollar 'app economy.' It serves as the exclusive marketplace for iOS, iPadOS, watchOS, and tvOS applications, ensuring a consistent user experience through a rigorous review process. As of 2024, the store hosts over 1.9 million apps, ranging from productivity tools to games. This ecosystem has driven massive financial success: Apple reports paying developers over $320 billion since the store's inception, cementing its position as the dominant revenue generator in the mobile app space.

https://www.apple.com/app-store/