It’s a technology known as a Virtual Private Network, or “VPN” for short. If you’re not already aware, there are ways to access websites and apps that are blocked in China.

In theory, this is more secure than using WeChat, but who knows for sure.

iMessage & FaceTime: Despite a tenuous relationship with China, Apple has been able to maintain and open iMessage platform for all its iPhone users.

To date, no western banks have had their websites blocked in China.

Banking: Thankfully, you don’t need to worry about not being able to log into your bank account online.

This is something known as geoblocking content and there are ways to still stream Netflix in China. The websites are accessible, but since the content hasn’t been licensed in China, you’ll still run into a “Sorry, our service hasn’t come to this country yet” message.

Netflix/Hulu/Disney+: Technically, streaming sites like Netflix, Hulu and Disney+ are not blocked by China.Here’s a quick list of the websites and apps that AREN’T blocked in China – even though you might be told otherwise. Part of this has to do with the fluid nature of China’s internet (this list is always changing, which is why it’s updated every month).Īnother reason for the confusion, though, is that some websites (including Wikipedia) continue to share outdated or outright wrong information. Which websites and apps aren’t blocked in China? There’s a lot of confusion and mis-information when it comes to censorship in China.

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