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Meta for Developers

Meta for Developers is blocked in Syria, as of .

Developer platform for building apps integrated with Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp

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What works

Each part of the service, checked from Syria.

Core useFailsUnchanged since:

developers.facebook.com showed a message in a mobile browser from Syria saying Meta's developer services are not available in this location.

Landing pageWorksUnchanged since:

The developers.facebook.com home page loaded normally in a mobile browser from Syria.

Sign-upNot checked
Sign-inWorksUnchanged since:

A tester in Syria reported signing in with a Facebook account and saving their details on Meta for Developers.

One-time codes (OTP)WorksUnchanged since:

A tester in Syria reported that Meta for Developers sent a verification code by WhatsApp and that signing in then worked without a VPN.

Need Help with Meta for Developers?

If you're experiencing issues accessing Meta for Developers in Syria, you can reach out to their support team directly.

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Sanctions are lifted. Most companies just haven't updated their policies. A word from inside Meta 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, Meta for Developers 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 Meta for Developers directly to request they restore access for Syrian users.