Blocking of Social Media

Social media platforms are frequently blocked around the world, particularly during elections and large-scale protests. Below we share reports that document the blocking of social media and instant messaging apps around the world based on OONI data.

Interested in investigating social media blocks based on the latest OONI data?

View charts with OONI data for the following social media websites:

• discord.com
• www.facebook.com
• www.instagram.com
• www.linkedin.com
• www.reddit.com
• signal.org
• www.snapchat.com
• www.tiktok.com
• twitter.com
• www.viber.com
• www.wechat.com
• www.youtube.com

View charts with OONI data for the following instant messaging apps:

• Telegram Test
• WhatsApp Test
• Signal Test
• Facebook Messenger Test

You can change the countries and date range of OONI charts. We encourage you to refer to our documentation on interpreting OONI data.

Learn about global advocacy efforts fighting social media blocks through the #KeepItOn campaign.