Internet Censorship Trends in 2025: Which Countries Are Tightening Controls?
Internet censorship and government Internet restrictions are finding their way even in countries where such measures were believed to be unthinkable. We see unexpected blocks in European democratic countries like Poland, Norway, and others, and even some signs of Internet censorship in America and Japan. The tendency is clear: Internet users may find their online freedom at stake. In this article, we will discuss worldwide Internet censorship, covering the facts and cases about the most censored countries and how governments have begun to limit online speech at the Internet service providers (ISP) level. Finally, we’ll explore the go-to ways you can take to protect your online freedom and bypass Internet restrictions.