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Snapchat is a social media network that has been banned and/or otherwise restricted in various countries. Potential reasons for such bans include national security, user privacy, social control, protecting culture, reducing displays of behavior considered to be immoral, economic protectionism, protecting mental health (especially among youth), technological sovereignty, and regulatory compliance.
Banned
Country | Date |
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China | 2010s or 2020s. |
Cuba | 2021 |
Iran | 2010s or 2020s. |
North Korea | |
Russia | 2024 |
Turkmenistan | |
South Sudan | 13 September 2024 |
Previously banned
Snapchat, Tinder, and Telegram were banned until 2023 in Nepal.
References
- ^ "Best VPN for Unblocking Snapchat from Anywhere in 2024". Private Internet Access (PIA) VPN Service.
- "Russia blacklists Snapchat, WhatsApp, and more in latest propaganda move | Cybernews".
- "Odnollassniki".
- "Government considering banning Snapchat, Tinder, and Telegram".
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