Microsoft Restrictions on Developers

Microsoft's actions are preventing developers of WireGuard VPN and VeraCrypt encryption software from shipping updates to their users.

April 2026

Apr 8, 2026

Microsoft locked VeraCrypt developer's account

The developer of VeraCrypt encryption software reported that his account was locked by Microsoft. This restriction reportedly causes potential boot-up issues for Windows users.

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Apr 8, 2026

Microsoft locked WireGuard developer account, blocking updates

Jason Donenfeld, developer of WireGuard VPN, was reportedly locked out of his Microsoft developer account. This action prevented him from signing drivers necessary to ship updates for WireGuard on Windows.

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Apr 8, 2026

Microsoft locked developer account impacting VeraCrypt users

The developer of VeraCrypt encryption software stated that Microsoft locked his online account. This action potentially prevents device owners from booting up their computers.

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Apr 9, 2026

Microsoft reportedly locked WireGuard VPN developer account

The developer of WireGuard VPN was reportedly prevented from shipping software updates after Microsoft locked the developer's account. This situation was reported by TechCrunch.

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Apr 9, 2026

Microsoft locks account preventing WireGuard updates

The WireGuard VPN developer was reportedly prevented from shipping software updates. This action was directly linked to Microsoft locking the developer's account.

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Apr 9, 2026

WireGuard developer locked out of Microsoft account

The WireGuard developer was reportedly locked out of his Microsoft developer account. This action prevented him from signing drivers or shipping updates for WireGuard for Windows users.

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Apr 9, 2026

Microsoft locked WireGuard VPN developer's account; updates blocked

A developer of the open-source VPN, WireGuard, reported that Microsoft locked their account. This action reportedly prevented the developer from sending necessary software updates to users.

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Apr 9, 2026

Microsoft locks WireGuard VPN developer account

A developer working on WireGuard VPN reported that their account was locked by Microsoft. This action prevented the developer from shipping necessary software updates.

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