Afghanistan
VPN is legalSocial media may be censoredMessengers are legalOnline gambling is prohibitedPorn is Restricted
Whether you can use a VPN, open social networks, message friends, place a bet or visit adult sites depends on the country you are in. Some states leave all of it alone; others license, filter or ban it outright.
Each of the 197 countries below shows its status for VPN, social media, messengers, online gambling and adult content. Green means allowed, yellow means allowed with restrictions, and red means banned or blocked.
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VPN, social media, messengers, online gambling and adult content in each country.
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Informational overview compiled from public sources such as Freedom House, OONI, Access Now, state regulators and news reporting. Laws and enforcement change. Not legal advice.