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

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What works

Each part of the service, checked from Syria.

Core useWorks

From a Syrian connection, a photo search on Shutterstock returned a full page of results, and an image's detail page opened with its preview and purchase options.

Landing pageWorks

Shutterstock's homepage opened normally in a mobile browser from a Syrian connection, showing its search bar and subscription offer with no regional restriction notice.

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If you're experiencing issues accessing Shutterstock 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 Shutterstock can change that.

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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

Partly. The core use of Shutterstock 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 Shutterstock directly to request they restore access for Syrian users.