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is salesforce blocked in iran

by Madilyn Harber Published 2 years ago Updated 2 years ago
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Salesforce complies with U.S. regulations related to embargoed countries and regions. As such, Salesforce currently prohibits the unauthorized usage of its products and services in Cuba, Iran, North Korea, Syria, and the regions of Crimea, Luhansk People's Republic (LNR), and Donetsk People's Republic (DNR).

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Why can't I access Salesforce from other countries?

Dear Salesforce.com user: In order to comply with U.S. export control and economic sanctions laws and regulations, as well as with Salesforce.com's corporate policies, we do not support users accessing our applications from Cuba, Iran, North Korea, Syria or the region of Crimea without prior approval from the U.S. government.

Where is Salesforce banned in the world?

As such, Salesforce currently prohibits the unauthorized usage of its products and services in Cuba, Iran, North Korea, Syria, and the region of Crimea.

Does Salesforce work in embargoed countries?

Salesforce complies with U.S. regulations related to embargoed countries and regions. As such, Salesforce currently prohibits the unauthorized usage of its products and services in Cuba, Iran, North Korea, Syria, and the region of Crimea.

What are the Iran sanctions?

Entities Owned By Blocked Persons - Guidance On Entities Owned By Persons Whose Property And Interests In Property Are Blocked The Iran Sanctions program represents the implementation of multiple legal authorities. Some of these authorities are in the form of executive orders issued by the President.

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What countries are Salesforce not allowed to use?

laws: Crimea, Republic of Cuba, Islamic Republic of Iran, Democratic People’s Republic of Korea, and the Syrian Arab Republic. Salesforce's Encryption Registration Number (ERN) is R100423.

What is Salesforce committed to?

Salesforce is committed to ensuring equal access and participation for people with disabilities. We are committed to treating people with disabilities in a way that allows them to maintain their dignity and independence. We believe in integration and we are committed to meeting the needs of people with disabilities in a timely manner. We will do so by removing and preventing barriers to accessibility and meeting our accessibility requirements under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.

What is Salesforce export compliance matrix?

It is a list of our products and features with respective Export Control Classification Numbers (ECCNs) and eligible license exception information, per the United States Department of Commerce, Bureau of Industry and Security, Export Administration Regulations.

What is Salesforce feedback?

Salesforce welcomes feedback on how we provide accessible customer service. Customer feedback will help us identify barriers and respond to concerns and should be directed to our Office of Accessibility.

Does Salesforce have a warranty?

Salesforce makes no representation or warranty as to the accuracy or reliability of the classifications listed in this export compliance matrix. Any use of such classifications by the user, is without recourse to Salesforce and is at the users’ own risk.

Can Salesforce be exported?

Salesforce products and services may not be exported, re-exported, or transferred if for use directly or indirectly in any prohibited activity described in Part 744 of the U.S. Export Administration Regulations, including certain nuclear, chemical or biological weapons, rocket systems or unmanned air vehicle end-uses.

Does Salesforce employ nonimmigrant workers?

Under 20 CFR § 655.734, Salesforce employs specialty occupation nonimmigrant workers at approved work location (s). To request Labor Condition Application (s) and/or Public Access Files, please contact [email protected] . Complaints alleging misrepresentation of material facts in the Labor Condition Application and/or failure to comply with the terms of the Labor Condition Application may be filed with any office of the Wage and Hour Division of the United States Department of Labor.

What is Iran's sanctions program?

The Iran Sanctions program represents the implementation of multiple legal authorities. Some of these authorities are in the form of executive orders issued by the President. Other authorities are public laws (statutes) passed by The Congress.

When was the Iran Threat Reduction and Syria Human Rights Act signed?

On October 9, 2012, the President signed Executive Order (E.O.) 13628, which provides for, among other things, the implementation of certain sanctions set forth in the Iran Threat Reduction and Syria Human Rights Act of 2012 (TRA).

What is OFAC advisories?

OFAC issues advisories to the public on important issues related to the Iran Sanctions, while these documents may focus on specific industries and activities they should be reviewed by any party interested in OFAC compliance.

Why does OFAC issue general licenses?

OFAC issues general licenses in order to authorize activities that would otherwise be prohibited with regard to Iran. General licenses allow all US persons to engage in the activity described in the general license without needing to apply for a specific license.

What is Iran General License?

F) - Authorizing Certain Services in Support of Professional and Amateur Sports Activities and Exchanges Involving the United States and Iran

When was the Global Advisory to the Maritime Industry Regarding the Islamic Republic of Iran Shipping Lines issued?

Global Advisory to the Maritime Industry Regarding the Islamic Republic of Iran Shipping Lines (July 19, 2012)

What is the final rule of 79 FR 18990-14?

79 FR 18990-14 - Final Rule Amending the Iranian Transactions and Sanctions Regulations by expanding an existing general license that authorizes the exportation or reexportation of food to individuals and entities in Iran to include the broader category of agricultural commodities.

How can Iran appeal restrictive measures?

They can appeal restrictive measures by providing documents that prove they are no longer based in Iran.

Who is the US Special Representative for Iran?

In July, the US Department of State addressed charges that sanctions are harming ordinary Iranians in a video featuring US Special Representative for Iran, Brian Hook. “The United States does not sanction hardware, software or services related to personal communications,” said Hook.

What is the National Iranian American Council?

The Washington-based nonprofit National Iranian American Council says it has urged multiple White House administrations, including the Trump administration, to take measures to ensure US policies do not undermine the ability of ordinary Iranians to access goods and services that support freedom of expression.

How many Farsi speakers are there in the world?

Some estimates put the number of Farsi speakers globally at around 100 million people, with the largest cohort in Iran, and sizeable concentrations in Afghanistan and Tajikistan.

Does Amazon have restrictions on Iran?

Some of Amazon’s restrictions on Iran-based users predate the 2015 deal with world powers that lifted multilateral sanctions in exchange for curbs on Tehran’s nuclear programme. But they have widened in scope since US President Donald Trump ‘s decisions last year to unilaterally withdraw the US from the nuclear deal and launch a “maximum pressure” campaign that has seen successive rounds of punishing economic sanctions slapped on Tehran.

Is Persian book on Amazon?

Even Persian language books are shut out of Amazon’s services empire. Kindle Direct Publishing, a popular platform for authors to self-publish their work and “reach millions of readers on Amazon” according to its website, does not support manuscripts written in Farsi, also known as Persian.

Is GitHub banned in Iran?

With that ban, GitHub joined a long list of US-based firms – including Google, Apple and Slack – that have placed limits on users based in Iran.

What does Salesforce email relay do?

When you have Enabled Email Relay and taken the steps to Configure Up Email Relay, the Salesforce email server delivers all outbound emails to your email server, which then delivers them to the final recipients. Since your server is doing the final delivery, there’s no question as to the legitimacy of the communications.

Can Salesforce assist?

In some instances, Salesforce can assist. In others, your Internal IT department or Salesforce admin must assist.

Is Salesforce MTA secure?

After our Salesforce MTA connects and authenticates with your MTA (mail server) the communication is secure. It also has the added advantage that you can filter for content, add footers, and retain a copy of all outbound emails.

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