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Sophia Learning is blocked in Syria, as of .

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Each part of the service, checked from Syria.

Core useFails

The reporter says they could not create an account or start a free trial from a Syrian connection; Sophia showed a notice refusing access due to legal and regulatory restrictions (reference code 2025-C).

Landing pageWorks

From a Syrian connection, the Sophia Learning home page loaded normally.

Sign-upFails

From a Syrian connection, the membership sign-up page (app.sophia.org/become-a-member) again refused access due to legal and regulatory restrictions.

Sign-inFails

The reporter says they could not sign in from a Syrian connection without an account, which could not be created; the page showed Sophia's notice refusing access due to legal and regulatory restrictions (reference code 2025-C).

PaymentFails

From a Syrian connection, the four-month membership checkout page (app.sophia.org/become-a-member) did not open and showed a notice refusing access due to legal and regulatory restrictions.

UpgradeFails

The reporter says the four-month plan could not be bought from a Syrian connection because the membership and payment page refused access.

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

No, Sophia Learning 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 Sophia Learning directly to request they restore access for Syrian users.