Several countries have restricted or blocked access to Facebook, either fully or partially, at various times due to various reasons such as political issues, security concerns, or cultural reasons.
Some of these countries are:
China: Facebook has been blocked in China since 2009. The government enforces strict internet censorship policies, and Facebook is not available for general users. Instead, local platforms like WeChat and Weibo are used.
Iran: Facebook has been banned in Iran since 2009. The government has imposed heavy restrictions on social media platforms to control the flow of information and prevent protests or opposition movements from organizing online.
North Korea: Facebook, along with most other international social media platforms, is blocked in North Korea. The country heavily restricts internet access for its citizens and only allows access to a small, government-controlled intranet.
Russia: While Facebook was not fully blocked in Russia, the country has imposed various restrictions and fines on the platform for failing to comply with local laws regarding data storage and content moderation. There have been periods of partial restrictions, particularly in connection with the conflict in Ukraine.
Turkmenistan: Facebook is blocked in Turkmenistan along with other foreign social media platforms. The government controls internet access tightly and limits the use of global social media websites.
Uganda: Facebook was temporarily blocked in Uganda during the 2021 elections, as the government accused the platform of interfering in the country’s politics. It has been periodically restricted or censored.
Bangladesh: Facebook has been temporarily restricted in Bangladesh several times during periods of political unrest, protests, or to stop the spread of information deemed harmful by the government.
Eritrea: Facebook and other social media platforms are heavily restricted or blocked in Eritrea. The government monitors internet use closely, and there are strict limitations on online freedom.
Saudi Arabia: While Facebook is available, the Saudi government has imposed various forms of censorship on social media, especially concerning content related to politics or content that challenges the state’s views.
In these countries, Facebook may be blocked or heavily restricted due to various political, cultural, or security reasons. Additionally, restrictions may change based on shifting political dynamics.
