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GitHub Restricts Developer Accounts in Iran, Crimea, and Other US-Sanctioned Countries

Posted on July 30, 2019October 13, 2026 | by anil

GitHub began restricting private repositories and paid services for developers located in countries under US trade sanctions, including Iran, Crimea, Cuba, North Korea, and Syria. Here is what happened and what it means for developers.

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GitHub Blocks Developers in US-Sanctioned Countries: What You Need to Know

Posted on July 27, 2019October 13, 2026 | by anil

GitHub began restricting accounts belonging to developers in countries under US trade sanctions — including Crimea, Iran, Cuba, North Korea, and Syria — sparking debate about open-source access and geopolitical compliance.