The .ir and Dot Iran domain registration center announced that level 2 image verification for Iranian real users has become mandatory, and services will only be provided to users who complete this stage.
ISNA is a semi-official Iranian news agency (Iranian Students News Agency). This is a translation of that outlet's own report; it is the outlet's account, not Artesh's finding.
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Image Verification for Iranian Real Users Becomes Mandatory
3w ago
October 5, 2026
1 min read
📰 ISNA
📋 Key Takeaway
The Iranian domain registration center has mandated image verification for real users, requiring them to complete this process to access services. This move affects all Iranian users seeking to register or manage domain names. It highlights increasing regulatory measures in Iran's digital landscape.
🔍 Quick Context Guide
💡 Bottom Line:
Mandatory image verification for Iranian users underscores the government's tightening grip on the digital sphere.
👥 Key Players
Iranian Domain Registration Center
MENTIONED
Regulatory authority for domain names in Iran
"They control the registration and management of internet domains in Iran, influencing the digital landscape and online presence of Iranian users."
Iranian Government
MENTIONED
Ruling authority in Iran
"The government implements regulations that affect internet freedom and digital privacy, reflecting broader control over information and communication."
📰 What Happened
The Iranian domain registration center has implemented mandatory level 2 image verification for users, requiring them to complete this process to access domain registration services.
- Image verification is now a prerequisite for all Iranian users seeking to register or manage domain names.
- This move is part of increasing regulatory measures in Iran's digital environment.
💡 Why It Matters
🇮🇷 For Iran: This regulation reflects the government's ongoing efforts to monitor and control online activities, impacting digital privacy and user autonomy.
🌍 Regional: It may influence how other countries in the region approach internet governance and user verification.
🌐 International: International observers may view this as a further step in Iran's efforts to limit digital freedoms, potentially affecting diplomatic relations.
📚 Background
Iran has been increasingly regulating internet access and user identity verification as part of broader efforts to control information and limit dissent.
Internet censorship in Iran
Digital privacy and surveillance
📡 Source:
STATE MEDIA
📊 Confidence:
70%
As a state announcement, this information may reflect the government's perspective and priorities, potentially downplaying negative implications.
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Translated from the original and edited for English readers. View original source →
Translation confidence: 85%
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