Internet shutdown tracker
Undemocratic governments around the world are increasingly turning to internet blackouts and social media censorship to maintain their rule. They use it to prevent the dissemination of information and to impede organizational efforts.
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Where has the internet been restricted?
China
There is no evidence of internet disruptions in means of censorship.
China
Internet services have been restricted at least 4 times in the past.
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China
Social media and/or VoIP has been disrupted at least 4 times in the past.
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China
Social media and/or VoIP apps that are currently restricted: Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, Instagram, Telegram, Whatsapp.
Continental statistics
We have sorted the internet and social media disruptions by continent for easier viewing
Asia
Europe
North America
South America
Oceania
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Continental ranking based on disruptions: 12th
Cases of disruptions:4
Out of which due to:
1
Protests
N/A
Elections
3
Political turmoil
N/A
Internet law
Currently restricted social media platforms
2009, July
2009, July
youtube
2009, July
2016, September
telegram
2016, July
2017, September