Apple has published its annual report highlighting the performance of the App Store security system in 2024. According to the company, over $2 billion worth of potentially fraudulent transactions were prevented—sums that users could have otherwise lost.
Key App Store Security Stats for 2024
Apple’s updated figures underline the company’s ongoing efforts to maintain a safe and reliable app ecosystem. Since the launch of its security system five years ago, Apple has blocked fraudulent transactions totaling more than $9 billion. In 2024 alone, Apple:
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Removed over 146,000 potentially fraudulent developer accounts.
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Rejected more than 711 million account creation attempts.
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Deactivated around 129 million user accounts.
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Blocked 4.6 million attempts to install and launch apps illegally distributed outside the App Store.
As part of its strict app review process, Apple rejected more than 1.9 million apps that failed to meet its standards for user experience, security, privacy, or reliability. Additionally, over 37,000 apps were removed due to confirmed fraudulent activity.
The company also reported the removal of over 143 million fake ratings and reviews—an essential step in maintaining trust in app listings. Meanwhile, about 4.7 million stolen credit cards were detected, and transactions on more than 1.6 million associated accounts were blocked to prevent misuse.
Continued Efforts to Protect Users
In addition to removing fraudulent content and accounts, Apple has expanded its online support section with new guidance on protecting personal information and using the App Store securely, notes NIX Solutions. The company continues to refine its fraud detection tools and user education materials.
Apple emphasized that these measures are part of a larger, ongoing commitment to improving platform security and user trust. As the App Store evolves, we’ll keep you updated on new developments and improvements in fraud prevention.
This report reflects Apple’s broader goal of ensuring a safe digital environment for users and developers alike.