Heather H@stroughtonsmith
Apple isn't the only parasite in town. Let's start a movement to get people to spend their money as close to the source as possible. Buy books directly from the authors, music directly from the artists, products directly from the manufacturer, and patronages directly from the creator when possible.
As for sites like Patreon, always manage your support directly from the website. Apple, Amazon, et. al. have siphoned enough out of the economy.