Is it possible to access Instagram in China in 2025? Even though Instagram is blocked in China and has been since the middle of 2016, it is still possible to use Instagram using a VPN...as long as you're prepared. Here's a quick explanation of what you need to know if you want to post photos to Instagram in China. When it comes to being censored within China, Instagram is in good … [Read more...] about How to Access Instagram in China in 2025 (it works!)
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Does Gmail Work in China? How to Access it in 2025 (it’s blocked)
Yes, it is still possible to access Gmail in China even though Gmail has been blocked since the middle of 2014. This includes pretty much any Google service you can think of. Google Docs, like Gmail, is also blocked in China. You can’t access YouTube in China, Google search, Google Maps, Google Translate and yes…you can't even access Gmail in China. Here's a quick explanation of what you need to … [Read more...] about Does Gmail Work in China? How to Access it in 2025 (it’s blocked)
How to Access Facebook in China (updated for new 2025 changes)
Is it possible to access Facebook in China in 2025? Most people are aware that China censors the internet and blocks a number of different websites including Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Gmail and more. There are ways to access Facebook in China, though, and it's likely a lot easier than you first thought. While some of us may be able to live without using Google, or any Google-related … [Read more...] about How to Access Facebook in China (updated for new 2025 changes)
How to Use WhatsApp in China in 2025 (even though it’s blocked)
Unfortunately, WhatsApp has been blocked in China since June of 2017. However, I still use WhatsApp in China and I can tell you from experience that it's still easy to use...as long as you're prepared. Here's a quick explanation of what you need to know and how to make sure you can access WhatsApp in China. When it comes to being censored within China, WhatsApp wasn't the first and it … [Read more...] about How to Use WhatsApp in China in 2025 (even though it’s blocked)
China’s Social Credit System & Foreigner Grading Explained
What is China's social credit system? Perhaps you've heard of the China foreigner grading system and wondering how either of these programs will affect you as a foreigner trying to get or renew a visa to China? We're going to discuss exactly what both of these programs are and how they might affect you. If there is one thing I've learned about the Chinese government in the over 10 years I've … [Read more...] about China’s Social Credit System & Foreigner Grading Explained