Internet Censorship

Iranian officials are issuing SMS warnings to citizens bypassing internet restrictions. The messages target those using VPNs or Starlink to access global web content. This comes amid a near-total internet blackout in the country.

March 02, 2026 Iniulat ng AI

WhatsApp has updated its Help Center to recommend two specific VPN providers, Mullvad and Amnezia, for users facing network restrictions. The messaging app highlights these Sweden- and Cyprus-based services as well-regarded options for maintaining access. This guidance comes amid widespread internet censorship in various regions.