One of the most common questions I receive about VPNs (or "Virtual Private Network") is this: Is it legal to use a VPN in China in 2026? Since China censors the internet using the "Great Firewall of China" to keep people inside the country from accessing different websites like Facebook, Twitter, Google, Gmail, etc., it's no wonder the popularity has surged for the best VPN for … [Read more...] about Is it Legal to Use a VPN in China in 2026? (surprising answer)
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Best VPN for China in 2026 (+ my strategy to use them)
What is the best VPN for China in 2026? That's a loaded question that often gets met with simple answers from people who have never even lived in China. While there are plenty of options to choose from, I'm aiming to not only let you know what works, but also my exact strategy for how to use a VPN and stay connected in China. Over the past 3 years 6 years 8 years 10 years … [Read more...] about Best VPN for China in 2026 (+ my strategy to use them)
How to Stream NFL in China 2025 (5 free & premium methods)
If you're like me, you've wasted plenty of time searching for live streams of NFL football games and college football games online. You've thought to yourself, There's got to be a better way to watch a high-definition football game in China, right? Thankfully, there is. As we prepare for the 2025-2026 American football season, you can experiment with a number of these excellent paid and free ways … [Read more...] about How to Stream NFL in China 2025 (5 free & premium methods)
How to Use Amazon in China 2025 (Prime Video, Music & Fire TV)
Is it possible to use Amazon in China in 2025? You might be under the impression that an Amazon Prime membership is worthless in China. Surprisingly, it's not! It may not guarantee you 2-day shipping, but you can watch Prime Video on your Fire TV; you can listen to Amazon Music. This guide is meant to show you how. You've probably read about China's censored internet … [Read more...] about How to Use Amazon in China 2025 (Prime Video, Music & Fire TV)
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)
Best Apps to Watch English TV Shows in China 2025
As a traveler or expat, being able to watch your favorite English TV shows in China can mean the difference between sanity and depression. I mean, honestly, if you've ever turned on a Chinese TV you know how mind-numbingly boring their shows are. So what are the best apps or websites that will allow you to watch English TV shows in China? The reality is that you're not going to find … [Read more...] about Best Apps to Watch English TV Shows in China 2025