Internet Shutdowns
Who Shuts Down the Internet the Most?
Based on 908 shutdowns we've tracked since 2018
-
421 -
160 -
73 -
37 -
18 -
17 -
16 -
14 -
11 -
10
- Africa
- Americas
- Asia
- Europe
- Oceania
ongoing shutdowns around the world
Internet shutdowns around the world since December 2024
countries have experienced a total or partial Internet shutdown since December 2024
Since December 2024, the world’s population has lost a total of
of access to the Internet due to intentional disruptions.
Over the past 12 months, we estimate that
has been lost in combined GDP across all countries that have experienced Internet shutdowns
Shutdowns
April 2019
908 shutdowns
March 2019
-
Past
Regional shutdown
Mobile Internet services
Kupwara, Jammu and Kashmir
on 28 March 2019, there was an internet shutdown in parts of India, which aligns with the country’s frequent use of such measures during sensitive periods. Internet blackouts in India are often imposed for reasons such as maintaining public order, preventing communal violence, or curbing cheating during examinations.
India
- Start
- End
- Total Duration 12 hours
-
Past
Regional shutdown
Pulwama and Shopian, Jammu and Kashmir
India
- Start
- End
- Total Duration 0 minutes
-
Past
Regional shutdown
Mobiles Internet and Ethernet services
Ingushetia
During the period from March 26 to April 1, 2019, there was no concrete evidence of an internet shutdown specifically within Russia during this timeframe based on the sources reviewed. However, discussions about internet control in Russia during this era often focus on its broader strategies to monitor and restrict internet access. The introduction of the “sovereign internet” law in 2019 allowed the Russian government to centralize control over internet infrastructure, enabling it to block content and reroute traffic when deemed necessary for national security. These measures facilitated potential disruptions or targeted restrictions under various circumstances, including protests or events of political dissent.
Russia
- Start
- End
- Total Duration 6 days
-
Past
Regional shutdown
Mobile Internet services
Islamabad & Rawalpindi
The internet shutdown in Islamabad in March 2019 occurred during Pakistan Day celebrations on March 23. The government suspended mobile and internet services in Islamabad and Rawalpindi as part of security measures. These actions aimed to ensure public safety during large gatherings and parades, a common practice in the region during national events to minimize potential threats. The disruption affected residents' access to communication, navigation tools, and digital services, significantly impacting daily life and business activities
Pakistan
- Start
- End
- Total Duration 0 minutes
-
Past
Service blocking
Facebook
Shopian, Jammu and Kashmir
A clash between police and civilian militants took place in Jammu and Kashmir, resulting in the deaths of six (06) militants and a 12-year-old boy. As a precaution, the authorities suspended mobile Internet services in the town of Sopore. This also appears to have led to the suspension of facebook services in Shopian.
India
- Start
- End
- Total Duration 2 days
-
Past
Regional shutdown
Mobile Internet services
Sopore, Jammu and Kashmir
A clash between police and civilian militants occurred in Jammu and Kashmir, resulting in the deaths of six (06) militants and a 12-year-old boy. As a precaution, authorities suspended mobile Internet service in Sopore town.
India
- Start
- End
- Total Duration 1 day
-
Past
Regional shutdown
Shopian district, Jammu and Kashmir state
India
- Start
- End
- Total Duration 0 minutes
-
Past
Regional shutdown
Mobile Internet Services
Srinagar, Budgam, Awantipora and adjoining areas, southern Pulwama district, Parts of Kashmir Valley, Jammu and Kashmir
The death of a 27-year-old youth in the custody of India’s apex terror investigative agency has prompted massive protests in the Kashmir Valley, with residents clashing with security forces. Local politicians have called it an “unacceptable development” and have demanded a thorough investigation into the cause of the death. Meanwhile, intense clashes erupted between security forces and residents of Awantipora protesting the death of Rizwan. All commercial establishments remain closed in the area, with the administration indefinitely suspending internet services to avert a flare-up of violence, according to reports.
India
- Start
- End
- Total Duration 1 day, 1 hour
-
Past
Regional shutdown
Pulwama, Jammu and Kashmir
India
- Start
- End
- Total Duration 0 minutes
- Page 86 of 91.