The App Store guideline 5.4 says VPN apps should not violate local laws. Apple’s ResponseĪpple responded that the app was rejected because it flouted local laws.
Apple rejected a crucial VPN update that offered better security features. Interestingly, Apple stopped the VPN app update after the UN suggested Myanmar citizens use ProtonMail and Signal. ProtonVPN witnessed a 250X spike for new users and is blocked. That’s not all the military has forced telecom companies to shut down the internet and block social media access. Moreover, Myanmar army wrongfully killed 250 peaceful protesters and detained others. Furthermore, the army has also captured top leaders. The military has carried a coup and declared a year-long emergency. Myanmar is currently in the midst of turmoil. The founder subtly accuses Apple of siding with the government and not ensuring that whistleblowers are protected. From Hong Kong to Belarus, activists, protesters, journalists, and citizens of the world have turned to our services to securely and privately communicate, express themselves, and overcome internet blocks. Protecting these fundamental human rights was one of the main reasons we founded ProtonMail back in 2014. Proton has long been a defender of freedom and democracy around the world. He also adds that every corporation is responsible for protecting fundamental human rights and accuses Apple of “not sharing this philosophy.” In his letter, Andy Yen has accused Apple of standing “in the way of human rights.” Apple has not approved a ProtonVPN iOS app update amidst the political unrest in Myanmar.
Proton Technologies is the company behind ProtonVPN iOS and Proton Mail.
Now the founder of Proton technologies, Andy Yen, has written an open letter to Apple. The Cupertino company has taken the flak for high App Store fees as regulators across many regions have launched an investigation. Apple’s trouble with app maker only seems to be mounting.
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