How to Add iOS Paywall to Your Lovable App

    Quick answer

    You can add iOS Paywall to a Lovable app with Apple's StoreKit 2: Wanilla builds the iOS app with in-app purchase set up, then prepares the App Store submission and paywall setup with you, for you to publish from your own account.

    • Apple requires in-app purchase for digital subscriptions sold inside an iOS app — a 15% rate applies under the Small Business Program.
    • Price and offer changes are made in App Store Connect; any change to how the app works goes to Apple as a new version.
    • Ready for you to submit from your own Apple Developer account within 4 working days. Apple's review time and decision are outside our control.
    Lovable app on iPhone with iOS Paywall

    You used AI to build the app — use Wanilla to monetize it. No SDK, no native code, no RevenueCat.

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    The Problem with Lovable and Native Monetization

    Lovable is incredible for rapid "vibe coding" — but integrating RevenueCat or Adapty SDKs requires native Swift knowledge that most AI-builder developers don't have.

    90% of all trial starts happen on Day 0. If your onboarding paywall isn't native, you're leaving money on the table.

    The Wanilla Solution: Zero-Code iOS Paywall

    1. 1

      Connect your Lovable project

      Link your Lovable build or repository to Wanilla.

    2. 2

      Configure iOS Paywall

      Set up pricing tiers and trial periods in App Store Connect, and design the paywall with us.

    3. 3

      Build

      Wanilla adds Apple in-app purchase (StoreKit) to your iOS app.

    4. 4

      Publish to the App Store

      Wanilla prepares the submission. You submit from your Apple Developer account; Apple reviews it and decides.

    Your LovableWeb AppWanilla EngineAdds iOS PaywallNative BuildApp Store ReadyExport / ConnectStoreKit · WebKit · PushiOS App Store
    How Wanilla builds a native app around your Lovable product with iOS Paywall

    Code Integration Example

    Wanilla bridges your Lovable webhook directly to Apple's StoreKit. Here's how a typical purchase verification flow works:

    // Example: Verifying a iOS Paywall purchase from Lovable
    fetch("https://api.wanilla.co/v1/verify-purchase", {
      method: "POST",
      headers: { "Content-Type": "application/json" },
      body: JSON.stringify({
        platform: "lovable",
        receipt: transactionReceipt,
        product_id: "pro_weekly"
      })
    })
    .then(res => res.json())
    .then(data => {
      if (data.valid) {
        enablePremiumAccess();
      }
    });

    Related Guides

    Once you've set up iOS Paywall, you might also want to add Adapty Alternative to Lovable or add App Store Publishing to Lovable.

    Working with other AI builders? See our guide on iOS Paywall for Base44 or iOS Paywall for Replit.

    Explore our full breakdown of Lovable App Integration or Alternatives & Comparisons.

    How to publish your Lovable app with iOS Paywall

    Ready for you to submit from your own Apple Developer account within 4 working days. Apple's review time and decision are outside our control$2,995 one-off + $199/month — we build the native app with you and support your launch
    1. 1

      Connect your Lovable app

      Share the live URL of your Lovable app. We review the product and agree the scope with you.

    2. 2

      Wire up native iOS Paywall

      Wanilla builds the iOS app with native iOS Paywall support, working to Apple Guideline 4.2.

    3. 3

      Prepare the App Store listing

      Bundle ID, App Store Connect record, privacy nutrition labels, screenshots, description and keywords are prepared for submission.

    4. 4

      Configure pricing and paywall

      Subscriptions and in-app purchases are created in App Store Connect and wired to StoreKit 2. Any change to how the app works goes to Apple as a new version.

    5. 5

      Submit from your account and go live

      Your app is ready to submit from your Apple Developer account within 4 working days. If Apple raises an issue, Wanilla helps you fix it and prepares a new version. Apple makes the final decision.

    Lovable + Wanilla vs. RevenueCat / Adapty

    FeatureLovable Web AppCustom React NativeLovable + Wanilla
    Development TimeMinutes (AI Generated)Weeks / MonthsMinutes
    App Store Ready No Yes Yes
    iOS Paywall Support❌ Web only (Stripe)✅ Native IAP✅ Native IAP
    Developer CostLowVery HighLow (SaaS)

    Frequently Asked Questions

    How do I add iOS Paywall to my Lovable app?▾
    Wanilla builds native iOS Paywall support into your iOS app — no SDK integration required on your side.
    Will Apple approve my app?▾
    Apple reviews every app and makes the final decision. We prepare your app to meet the App Review Guidelines, including Guideline 4.2 on minimum functionality and the in-app purchase rules, and we help you respond if Apple raises an issue. No one can guarantee approval.
    Do I need RevenueCat or Adapty?▾
    No — Wanilla provides built-in monetization without requiring any third-party SDK.

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    Samuel Olsson, Co-founder of Wanilla

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    Co-founder, Growth, Wanilla

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