BLOCKED WEBSITES
Which websites are blocked in China?
Google, most Western news, social media and Wikipedia are blocked behind the Great Firewall in mainland China. This 2026 checklist shows what is blocked, what still works, and how a VPN restores access while you travel.
For a short trip, start with Yoho VPN free (1 GB/mo full speed) for maps and chat, and pair an eSIM so you are online the moment you land.
For a week or two of daily use, Pro (200 GB/mo, all 15 locations) keeps streaming, AI tools and video calls smooth. Set it up before you fly.
For a long stay or work trip, go Pro for full-speed data across all locations, and keep Smart Split on so WeChat, Alipay and maps stay fast and direct.
24 of these sites are typically blocked in mainland China.
Nothing matches that filter.
Get Yoho VPN before you fly
Install and sign in while you still have open internet — app stores are hard to reach inside China.
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Access depends on your network, carrier and region and can change day to day. This is guidance, not a guarantee. Hong Kong and Macau are not behind the mainland firewall.