Can you access Facebook in China?

Can you access Facebook in China?

Yes, Facebook is blocked in China. It was first blocked back in 2016 in order to allow the Chinese government to control how its citizens use western social media. Even in 2020, the government continues to crack down on access to “western” media and platforms, continuing to make it harder and harder.

Is it illegal to use Facebook in China?

As of May 2016, the only countries to ban access around the clock to the social networking site are China, Iran, Syria, and North Korea. However, since most North Korean residents have no access to the Internet, China and Iran are the only countries where access to Facebook is actively restricted in a wholesale manner.

Is Facebook and Google banned in China?

Over the past decade, China has blocked Google, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram, as well as thousands of other foreign websites, including The New York Times and Chinese Wikipedia. A plethora of Chinese websites emerged to serve the same functions — though they came with a heavy dose of censorship.