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Google Play Console is restricted in Syria, as of .
Official platform for publishing and managing Android apps on Google Play Store
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Activity Summary
Restricted for users in Syria. After an initial community report in February 2026 found the console accessible, a later community report that same month showed that creating a new developer account fails at the payment step and Syria is absent from the country selection, so the status was updated to restricted. No outreach to the company has been made yet.
Evidence Added
Community report: User from Syria attempted to create a new developer account but encountered a payment error. Syria does not appear in the country selection. The user plans to contact Google support for further details. Status updated from accessible to restricted.
Evidence Added
Community submission with screenshot confirming Google Play Console is accessible in Syria.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Google Play Console 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 Google Play Console directly to request they restore access for Syrian users.