Historically, a number of countries have attempted to restrict the import of [[cryptography]] tools. This article aims to keep a record of {{about|current restrictions on the import of cryptographic into countries. This should not be confused with [[Export of cryptographytools|restrictions on exporting cryptographic tools out|Export of countries that produce them]], which has a different set of motivations and implications for those accused of breaking regulations.cryptography}}
Historically, a number of countries have attempted to restrict the import of [[cryptography]] tools.
==Rationale==
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==Status by country==
The [[Electronic Privacy Information Center]] and Global Internet Liberty Campaign reports use a color code to indicate the level of restriction, with the following meanings:
The following data is from the Global Internet Liberty Coalition (GLIC) and [[Electronic Privacy Information Center]] (EPIC) reports on Cryptography and Liberty from 1998 and 2000. These used a Green/Yellow/Red system, plus "unknown" to indicate the level of restriction, with green meaning no restriction, yellow meaning a license is required to import, and red meaning a total ban. Where "unknown" is reported, readers are encouraged to seek further advice before importing any cryptography, and asked to update this page with their findings. Countries with mixed policies are coloured according to the more restrictive policy. For further details see the report for the appropriate year (indicated in the updated column and linked to from the Status).
