C# FAQ: Can a property have different get and set access

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Can a property have different get and set access?

Prior to C# version 2.0, no. However, in version 2.0, the restriction was lifted. In later versions, a property can be defined with different access modifiers for its get and set methods.

See also

• ECMA-334: 8.7.4 Properties