Internet Shutdowns
Who Shuts Down the Internet the Most?
Based on 940 shutdowns we've tracked since 2018
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- Africa
- Americas
- Asia
- Europe
- Oceania
Ongoing
14
ongoing shutdowns around the world
113
Internet shutdowns around the world since May 2025
14
countries have experienced a total or partial Internet shutdown since May 2025
Since May 2025, the world’s population has lost a total of
26,093 hours
of access to the Internet due to intentional disruptions.
Over the past 12 months, we estimate that
US $247,006,615
has been lost in combined GDP across all countries that have experienced Internet shutdowns
Shutdowns
Shutdowns for Venezuela
November 2019
10 shutdowns
June 2019
May 2019
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Past
Service blocking
Instagram, Periscope
Temporary yet persistent blocks to social media sites and independent news outlets have impacted reporting of the ongoing crisis in the country, with many Venezuelans relying on relatives abroad to send them news on the unrest. The government has blocked many news websites since 2018, leaving locals to rely on messaging apps like Whatsapp and Telegram to stay informed. Journalists and news websites have started channels on Telegram and initiatives like Public Information Service, which pushes one-minute audio recordings of the day’s top news through WhatsApp groups. Some locals lament that limited connectivity has restricted their ability to confirm the information they receive.
Venezuela
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Past
Service blocking
Twitter, Instagram, Periscope
Venezuela
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Past
Service blocking
Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Periscope
Venezuela
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- Total Duration 1 day