# UN SanctionsApp

> Interactive UN targeted sanctions analysis tool with historical data and filtering. (iPhone/iPad app by Fondation pour l'institut de hautes etudes internationales et du developpement (Geneve).)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/un-sanctionsapp/id658885419 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Fondation pour l'institut de hautes etudes internationales et du developpement (Geneve)](https://appshunter.io/developer/921448372)
- Category: Reference, Education
- Price: Free
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 5 App Store ratings · 2 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.1 · 31 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2013-06-20
- Data updated: 2026-06-01
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/un-sanctionsapp/id658885419/reviews.md

## What is UN SanctionsApp?

UN SanctionsApp, formerly known as “SanctionsApp,” is an interactive analytical tool that can be used in real time by both scholars and practitioners who have an interest in examining or who are working on designing and implementing United Nations (UN) targeted sanctions. It contains information about all UN sanctions imposed since 1991.

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Where does the information come from?
UN SanctionsApp is based on research originally undertaken by the Targeted Sanctions Consortium (TSC), a group of more than fifty scholars and policy practitioners worldwide with interest in and specialized knowledge of UN targeted sanctions.

The TSC project was the first comprehensive, systematic, and comparative assessment of the impacts and effectiveness of UN targeted sanctions regimes and included assessments of all UN targeted sanctions regimes from 1991 to 2013.

Since 2014, the App has been updated and maintained by a three-person team, consisting of Prof. Thomas Biersteker, Dr. Zuzana Hudáková, and Dr. Marcos Tourinho, that continues its work under the auspices of the Graduate Institute in Geneva.

Since its inception, the App has also provided access to text from hundreds of UN Security Council resolutions and incorporated interactive filtering features based on the TSC's original quantitative and qualitative datasets. Following the 2020/2021 re-launch, the UN SanctionsApp also includes an updated Checklist and Sanctions filter tool (formerly known as "Analogy finder") and a new "User guide" section (which outlines the various sections and explains the main concepts used throughout the App).

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What is included in the App?
There are six core parts of the App:

(1) Types of sanctions
Provides an overview of all types of sanctions measures imposed by the UN since 1991, including sample texts from past UN Security Council resolutions.

(2) Cases & episodes
Presents a detailed overview and analysis of 80 different episodes within all 26 sanctions regimes imposed by the UN since 1991, including an indicator of their effectiveness.

(3) Designing sanctions
Provides a quick overview of factors that should be considered when designing sanctions.

(4) Sanctions filter
Enables filtering through UN sanctions episodes based on key characteristics of interest.

(5) Quick facts
Presents an interactive map of past and current UN sanctions regimes and basic facts about UN sanctions.

(6) User guide
Presents the basic concepts and logic behind the organization of the App.

The App also includes a Search function.

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A brief history of the App
UN SanctionsApp, previously known as “SanctionsApp,” was developed at the Graduate Institute, Geneva, with the support of the Swiss Federal Department of Foreign Affairs and Global Affairs Canada.

Version 1.0 (June 2013) was produced by the TSC's co-directors, Thomas Biersteker and Sue Eckert, and by Marcos Tourinho and Zuzana Hudáková, with assistance from Cecilia Cannon. It was designed and programmed by Colaco SA. Version 6.0 (August 2020) was produced by Thomas Biersteker and Zuzana Hudáková, with assistance from Marcos Tourinho. It was designed and programed by WEBIKON, s.r.o. Neither the Graduate Institute, the Government of Switzerland, the Government of Canada, nor the App technical designers bear any responsibility for content of the App, which is the sole responsibility and intellectual property of the content developers.

UN SanctionsApp is updated on a regular basis. The assessments of effectiveness in Version 6.0 date from August 2020.

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Copyright
© 2013-2021 by Thomas Biersteker, Zuzana Hudáková, and Marcos Tourinho.

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Cite us
Biersteker, Thomas, Zuzana Hudakova, and Marcos Tourinho, UN SanctionsApp: An Interactive Database of UN Sanctions, August 2020, available at https://unsanctionsapp.com.

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Contact us
For comments or questions, please contact unsanctionsapp@gmail.com.

## Key features

- UN sanctions data since 1991
- Analysis of sanctions regimes and episodes
- Interactive filtering tools
- Overview of sanctions types
- User guide and search function
- Map of sanctions regimes

## Recent user reviews (2 of 2)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/un-sanctionsapp/id658885419/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Good?

*2020-01-14*

I think this app will be really great, however, the fonts are very small and dim gray. I looked for “settings” but don’t see a setting for the font. Maybe I can’t see that either.

**Developer response:** Dear SuzMKeast, thank you for your review. We are pleased to announce that the App has been completely redesigned to give it a more modern look and make it more user friendly. We hope that you will find the new look much easier to read.

PS - there is now also an option to turn your screen sideways to help you read longer texts and you can always increase the font size on your phone should you prefer it to be larger still.

### 5/5 — Fantastic tool for SC practitioners!

*2013-06-21*

This should be on every smartphone of every diplomat participating in sanctions negotiations - not to mention Secretariat officials.

## Frequently asked questions about UN SanctionsApp

### What information does UN SanctionsApp provide?

UN SanctionsApp provides comprehensive data on all UN sanctions imposed since 1991. This includes detailed overviews of sanctions regimes, types of sanctions measures, analysis of specific cases and their effectiveness, and factors to consider when designing sanctions.

### Where does the data in UN SanctionsApp come from?

The app is based on research originally undertaken by the Targeted Sanctions Consortium (TSC) and has been updated and maintained since 2014 by a team from the Graduate Institute in Geneva. It includes text from hundreds of UN Security Council resolutions.

### Can I filter UN sanctions data in UN SanctionsApp?

Yes, UN SanctionsApp features an interactive Sanctions filter tool that enables users to filter through UN sanctions episodes based on key characteristics of interest. It also includes a search function for specific information.

### What are the core sections of UN SanctionsApp?

The app has six core parts: Types of sanctions, Cases & episodes, Designing sanctions, Sanctions filter, Quick facts (including an interactive map), and a User guide. It also includes a general Search function.

### Is UN SanctionsApp available on multiple devices?

UN SanctionsApp is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices, indicating broad compatibility within the Apple ecosystem. It is designed for users on the go.

### How often is UN SanctionsApp updated?

The app was last updated on September 11, 2025, with version 9.0.1. This indicates a commitment to keeping the information current and the application functional.

### What is the user sentiment for UN SanctionsApp?

UN SanctionsApp has received an excellent rating of 5.0 stars from 5 ratings, suggesting very high user satisfaction. Users likely appreciate its detailed and accessible information on a complex topic.

### Does UN SanctionsApp have ads?

No, UN SanctionsApp does not contain advertisements. As a free application, it focuses on providing an uninterrupted analytical experience for its users.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 9.0.1 — 2025-09-11

Minor bug fixes.

### 9.0.0 — 2025-09-04

Minor bug fixes and content update.

### 6.0.3 — 2023-12-04

Minor bug fixes.

### 6.0.2 — 2023-11-07

Minor bug fixes.

### 6.0.1 — 2021-06-09

New user interface, additional functions, updated content, and various bug fixes (minor changes to 6.0).

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