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How I Got Claude Code Working in China — What Works and What Doesn't

How I Got Claude Code Working in China — What Works and What Doesn't

February 12, 2026

If you're a developer in China trying to use Claude Code, you've probably hit the 403 wall. This guide covers how to get it working in three scenarios:

  1. macOS Terminal (shell) - using claude CLI directly in your terminal
  2. VS Code Terminal - using claude CLI inside VS Code's integrated terminal
  3. VS Code Claude Code Extension - using the Claude Code chat panel (installed as a VS Code extension)