CleanShot X
Professional screenshot and screen recording tool for macOS with annotation, scrolling capture, and cloud sharing
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CleanShot X
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macOS optimization app that removes junk files, frees up storage, blocks malware, and keeps your Mac running smoothly
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Restricted for users in Syria. Community testing in April 2026 confirmed that the site and plan options load, but clicking buy fails because the Paddle payment processor returns an E-403 error, preventing customers in Syria from completing a subscription. No outreach to the company has been made yet.
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Community testing confirmed that CleanMyMac purchases are blocked from Syria. The marketing site cleanmymac.com loads and redirects to macpaw.com/store/cleanmymac, which also loads with full plan options. However, clicking «Buy Now» invokes Paddle, which returns an error dialog reading «Something we...
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Frequently Asked Questions
CleanMyMac is restricted in Syria. Access may require workarounds or may not be fully functional. We are monitoring the situation.
Many international services blocked access to Syria due to previous sanctions and compliance policies. Even as sanctions are being reviewed, some companies have not yet restored access. Unblock Syria tracks these services and advocates for change.
You can help by voting on this page to show demand, sharing it on social media, and contacting CleanMyMac directly to request they restore access for Syrian users.