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ProtonMail works in Syria, but not all of it, as of .

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End-to-end encrypted email service based in Switzerland with strong privacy

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What works

Each part of the service, checked from Syria.

Core useWorks

A new Proton Mail account was created and used from a Syrian connection in February 2026; the mailbox loaded normally with sending and receiving both working and no blocks encountered.

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Sign-upWorks

A free Proton Mail account was created from a Syrian connection in February 2026, reaching a working mailbox with no blocks during sign-up.

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

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  • Reach out to legal, compliance, or policy teams.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Partly. The core use of ProtonMail works in Syria, but something else about it fails or has not been checked. This page lists what works and what does not.

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 ProtonMail directly to request they restore access for Syrian users.