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Community member reported that many YouTube Premium features do not work in Syria, including video downloads and background playback when the screen is off (without the mini-player).
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YouTube app is reported blocked on Samsung Tizen smart TVs in Syria, likely due to Samsung app store geo-restrictions. YouTube on web and mobile may still be accessible.
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You can help change this. Syria's political situation has changed—all sanctions have been lifted. Many companies just haven't updated their policies yet. If you work at YouTube or know someone who does, share our resources with their legal or compliance team. Sometimes all it takes is one person asking the right question.
Tips for advocating: Reach out to legal, compliance, or policy teams. Reference the lifted sanctions. Point to competitors who have already unblocked Syria. Every voice matters.
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