Replacement of Bulgarian Lev (BGN) with Euro (EUR)
We’ve updated our list of supported countries to replace Bulgarian Lev (BGN) with Euro (EUR). This ensures publishers and players in Bulgaria can seamlessly process payments using the Euro. Our supported currencies list has also been updated accordingly, as BGN is no longer supported.Sub Pages in the Game Portal
You can now add Sub Pages in the Game Portal, nested under a parent Page to organize content into a clear, hierarchical structure.To learn more, see Create and Manage a Game Portal Page.Web Only Products
You can now display any product in a Special Offer or Bundle as Web Only, allowing you to highlight items that are available exclusively in your Web Store.Button Suffix Badge
The new Button Suffix Badge allows you to add an image or JSON animation directly to your call-to-action button to create a more dynamic visual cue in your promotions.Available for Special Offers and Bundles.Support for Armenian Dram (AMD)
We’ve expanded our list of supported currencies to include Armenian Dram (AMD). This update allows publishers operating in Armenia, or players who prefer to pay in AMD, to seamlessly process payments in their local currency.Appcharge Compliant with Texas SB 2420
In compliance with Texas SB 2420 (effective January 1, 2026), Utah SB 142 (effective May 7, 2026), and Louisiana HB 570 (effective July 1, 2026), we’ve added new compliance requirements for age verification and parental consent for minors (under 18). Appcharge enables compliance by blocking prohibited users before any data is collected. Each game publisher is responsible for verifying player age during account creation and linking any minor’s account to a verified parent or guardian account.For more information, review the Texas SB 2420 Compliance Policy.Design Game Portal Menu
You can now customize the style and placement of your Game Portal menu, helping you deliver a more intuitive experience for your players.Custom Arrow Images for Rolling Offers
When designing a Rolling Offer, you can now upload a custom image to replace the default arrows between sub offers. This gives you more control over your branding and visuals, helping you create a cohesive and polished flow across your offers.Progress Bar Offers
The new Progress Bar offer encourages players to purchase additional offers. A progress bar displays in your web store, representing a mission and acting as a visual indicator of how far players advance towards completing it. Each mission has a defined number of points needed to earn a reward.Players earn points by purchasing offers or collecting free rewards, and the bar fills to show their advancement. When complete, they receive their reward, the bar resets, and they automatically advance to the next mission if available.Learn how to create and manage a Progress Bar.Web Store Personalization for Specific Players
You can now trigger web store personalization on-demand for specific players using the new Trigger Web Store Personalization By Player ID.This gives you finer control by allowing you to refresh personalization for specific players rather than all active players.Web Store Personalization
We’ve updated our terminology to make it more consistent and easier to use:- The Personalization feature is now called Web Store Personalization.
- The Personalization API is now called Personalize Web Store Callback.
Unity Payment Links SDK
We’ve released a new Payment Links SDK for Unity that provides a unified cross-platform solution for both iOS and Android. This replaces the previous platform-specific Unity implementations.What’s changed:Previously, the Payment Links SDK was organized by platform with separate Unity implementations:- iOS (Native and Unity)
- Android (Native and Unity)
- iOS (Native)
- Android (Native)
- Unity (Cross-platform for iOS and Android)
Appcharge Compliant with SOC 1
Appcharge maintains SOC 1 Type 2 certification, demonstrating that our controls over financial processes have been tested and validated over an extended period. As a Merchant of Record and payment processor, this certification ensures financial accuracy, transaction integrity, and reliable reporting for our merchants.For more information, review the SOC 1 Compliance documentation.Personalization Response Error Event
We’ve added a new Personalization Response Error event, which replaces the deprecated Invalid Property Error event. The deprecated event will continue to be supported for backward compatibility, but we recommend migrating to the new event.Translations
We’ve updated our terminology to make it more consistent and easier to use, and we’ve also improved the documentation:Language Localization is now called Translations.Add to Home Screen Button for Game Portal
You can now enable the Add to Home Screen Button in the Game Portal. When enabled, players will see a button that lets them add the Game Portal directly to their mobile device’s home screen, creating an app-like shortcut for quick access.Parking Domains
You can now create Parking Domains that let you direct players from your game to your web store in compliance with Apple and Google guidelines. Parking Domains help you reach a wider player audience and increase traffic through seamless, pre-authenticated redirection.Checkout Link Offers
Checkout Link Offers now use Game Redirect Login for authentication, replacing the legacy JWT method. We will continue to support JWT, but recommend migrating to Game Redirect Login.Player Authentication
We’ve updated our Player Authentication docs to make them clearer and easier to use:- Password-less Authentication (OTP) is now called Game Redirect Login.
- We’ve also reorganized the documentation to improve readability and navigation.
A/B Testing
You can now implement A/B Testing in both the web store and checkout to compare product features, creative assets, pricing strategies, or promotional campaigns. After setting up your test, track performance in the Publisher Dashboard to see which experience drives the best results based on player behavior.Currency Localization
In the Publisher Dashboard, admins can now manage how prices are displayed across regions by selecting which currencies convert from USD. This helps improve clarity for players in countries with unstable or fluctuating currencies. Learn more about currency localization.iOS Payment Links SDK for Unity
The iOS Payment Links SDK is now available for Unity iOS. The SDK makes it easy to add the iOS Payment Links feature to your app. Instead of relying on traditional in-app purchases, players can buy items like coin packs, character skins, or bundles through a fast, mobile-optimized checkout page.Integration with AppsFlyer
We now have an integration with AppsFlyer, a leading Mobile Measurement Partner (MMP). This code-free integration lets you track and attribute player activity across your game and Appcharge web store, giving you a complete view of the player journey.See our AppsFlyer Integration guide to get started.Add a Loader Animation
You can now add a custom loader animation to your web store. The animation appears whenever content is loading, such as during checkout, payment processing, or when a player opens an offer. Instead of the default spinner, you can upload a branded Lottie file that matches your game’s design, helping maintain a consistent and trusted experience.Cancel a Checkout Session
It is now possible to cancel an open checkout session at any time with the new Cancel Checkout Session API. For example, when multiple checkout tabs are open.iOS Payment Links SDK
The new iOS Payment Links SDK makes it easy to add the iOS Payment Links feature to your app. Instead of relying on traditional in-app purchases, players can buy items like coin packs, character skins, or bundles through a fast, mobile-optimized checkout page.Game Portal
The new Game Portal feature lets you create a single hub where players can explore your game’s content beyond the app. It combines news, updates, and your web store in one place, so players stay informed and make purchases without being redirected. The Game Portal uses your existing web store configuration, with no additional integration required.Custom Distribution for Checkout Link Offers
You can now distribute Checkout Link Offers using your own custom distribution method. To support this, our documentation provides clear guidance to help you implement this approach within your system, giving you full control over how offers are delivered and activated by your players.Expanded Price Localization Coverage
Appcharge now supports price localization in the following countries:- Albania
- Andorra
- Armenia
- Bangladesh
- Costa Rica
- Ecuador
- Georgia
- Guernsey
- Iceland
- Jordan
- Lebanon
- Lesotho
- Macau
- Maldives
- Martinique
- Nauru
- North Macedonia
- Panama
- Ukraine
Add Allowed Players to Coupons
You can now restrict coupon usage to specific players by uploading a CSV file with eligible player IDs in the Publisher Dashboard. This feature gives you more control over coupon distribution and allows you to tailor campaigns to specific segments—such as VIPs, returning players, or special event participants.Learn more about coupons.AppDirect
The new AppDirect feature allows you to easily deploy your app directly to players’ devices without going through an app store. Players install the app by following simple on-screen instructions. The platform supports automatic updates, ensuring they always use the latest version without needing to download or install anything manually. This feature delivers value for both you and your players.Appcharge Payment Links
You can now offer players a simple and secure way to make purchases in your iOS game using Appcharge Payment Links. Players can buy digital content such as bundles, coin packs, or skins through a secure and branded page outside your app, giving you more control over the purchase experience and a seamless checkout flow.Live Store Sync
With the Personalization feature, you now have greater control over when player data is refreshed and offers are updated. You can manually refresh data to push updated offers directly to the player’s device in real time. This gives you the flexibility to respond to time sensitive moments, like when a player runs out of resources and needs a personalized refill offer. It also helps with operational fixes, such as correcting an invalid offer to avoid unnecessary costs.View Blocked Players
You can now view blocked players in the Publisher Dashboard. This new feature gives you better visibility into blocked player data, including current status and a full history of suspensions, so you can manage enforcement more effectively.Exchange Rate Gap Threshold
You can now define custom exchange rate thresholds when setting your price points in the Publisher Dashboard. This feature helps you better manage currency fluctuations. Configure minimum and maximum percentage limits, and apply them to specific price ranges as needed.Checkout Link Offers
The new Checkout Link Offers feature lets you create exclusive, personalized offers that can be sent directly to players through a social media broadcast distributor. Each offer includes a deep link that brings players directly to the checkout page, where the offer is preloaded and ready for purchase.Personalization
Player Info Sync is now called Personalization, and the Player Info Sync Webhook has been renamed to the Personalization API.Player Level Banners
The new Player Level Banners feature allows you to dynamically display specific banners to players based on their game level.VueJS 3 SDK
We released a new VueJS 3 SDK that supports the latest Vue.js version, Vue 3. See the documentation for more details.WebGL SDK for Unity
The new WebGL SDK for Unity provides a streamlined in-game payment solution, enabling secure and native transactions. This integration enhances the player experience while maximizing revenue with minimal effort.For updates to the SDK, refer to the WebGL SDK for Unity Changelog.Rolling Offers
The new Rolling Offers feature allows players to unlock deals in succession. As each offer is claimed, the next one is revealed, keeping players engaged and eager to continue. The rolling offer feature boosts player interaction and maximizes revenue potential.Learn how to create and manage rolling offers.Support for UTM Tracking
We now have new UTM-related properties in login events, offering insights into traffic sources, marketing channels, and specific campaigns.For more information, view the Login Events documentation.Events Center
We are rolling out a new Events Center, unifying all event tracking under one section in the API reference. These events provide structured data for key system interactions—such as player logins, store navigation, and checkout actions—allowing you to track, monitor, and analyze more effectively. This new approach is self-serve, enabling direct configuration in the Publisher Dashboard.For more information, view the Events documentation.Checkout Coupons
We now support an advanced Coupons feature that allows you to create, manage, and configure coupons for promotional campaigns. We group multiple promo codes under a single coupon, providing discounts to players while streamlining redemption processes and offering better performance insights for you.For more information, view the Coupons documentation.Appcharge Alignment with California Law (AB 2426)
In compliance with California law (AB 2426), we added new legal text to checkout for players in California:“An in-game purchase grants a license to Virtual Items. For full terms and conditions of the license, please see the EULA.”This update is part of the new transparency requirements regarding “digital goods” as outlined by the California Business and Professions Code Section 17500.6, which mandates that consumers are informed that they are purchasing a license to virtual items, not full ownership. This change went into effect on January 1, 2025.For more information, review California Bill AB 2426.2025 VAT Rate Updates
We updated the VAT rates in the following countries for 2025 to reflect the latest tax changes. These adjustments affect price points and apply to all relevant transactions:- Israel: The VAT rate has increased from 17% to 18% as part of the country’s fiscal policy update.
- Slovakia: The VAT rate has increased from 20% to 23% following recent tax reform measures.
- Indonesia: The VAT rate has increased from 11% to 12% in alignment with ongoing tax modernization efforts.