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DistroKid is currently blocked in Syria, as of .
Music distribution service for uploading songs to Spotify, Apple Music, and other streaming platforms
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Blocked in Syria, reported by a community member in March 2026 without supporting evidence. The team contacted the company in April 2026, noting Syrian musicians cannot distribute their music through the service; the company's legal team replied the same day with an automated acknowledgment stating the request is under review. No resolution so far.
Company Responded
DistroKid's legal team responded to the unblocking request via an automated email from legal@distrokid.com. The response confirmed receipt of the inquiry and stated it is currently under review. No timeline or additional details were provided. The response appears to be an automated acknowledgment r...
Contacted Company
Official outreach email sent to legal@distrokid.com requesting review of Syria IP restrictions under the current OFAC and BIS framework.
Need Help with DistroKid?
If you're experiencing issues accessing DistroKid in Syria, you can reach out to their support team directly.
Work at DistroKid? Know someone who does?
Sanctions are lifted. Most companies just haven't updated their policies. A word from inside DistroKid can change that.
Tips for advocating
- Reach out to legal, compliance, or policy teams.
- Reference the lifted sanctions.
- Point to competitors who have already unblocked Syria.
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Frequently Asked Questions
No, DistroKid is currently blocked in Syria. Users in Syria cannot access this service. We are tracking the situation and advocating for change.
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 DistroKid directly to request they restore access for Syrian users.