Censorship
Online censorship often has a political origin. Governments in countries like Iran, China, and Russia enforce their morals by blocking apps and websites that go against them. Journalists and citizens have to deal with this everyday and tourists also have to adhere to the rules of the country they are visiting. If you are on holiday in one of those countries, you might not be able to gain access to YouTube or Gmail. This can be a real hassle. Below you will find articles that help you unblock online censorship.
What is Online Censorship?
Online censorship happens when part of the internet is willingly ‘hidden’ from a specific group of people, usually based on their location. The most well-known form of online censorship is that enforced by countries. A government decides that its citizens shouldn’t have access to specific online websites, social media, or other platforms, and ensures that those places on the internet are censored.
However, there are other kinds of censorship as well. A service, such as YouTube, might not show you certain content due to your location. Similarly, your school or job might have online restrictions in place that ensure you won’t be able to access Facebook while using their Wi-Fi connection.
The articles below will tell you all about specific kinds of censorship and how you can make sure that, wherever you are in the world, you have access to a free internet.