Availability of Popular Websites, Apps, and Communication Tools in China

I aim to create a list detailing the usability of popular global websites, apps, and messaging tools within China. This list will categorize them based on their actual performance in the country. It will focus only on widely used platforms and cannot be exhaustive due to the sheer number of websites and applications available worldwide.

Why Create This List?

People from different countries may visit China for various reasons, such as travel, business, or transit, often staying for a short to medium period. If you’re unaware of which websites or apps are inaccessible while in China, it could lead to inconvenience or disrupt your work.

China enforces long-standing internet restrictions, and many websites or applications are blocked when using local WiFi, 4G, or 5G networks. If you need to access these platforms, the only viable solution is to use a VPN.

This list aims to serve as a useful reference, helping you better prepare for your time in China and minimizing potential disruptions to your daily activities or work.

I will continue to update the following list over time to provide readers with the most current information. The following list does not include Hong Kong and Macau. It is usually available in these two regions. If there are special circumstances, I will explain it in the Note.

Software (App) Download

Apple App Stroe accessible in China, and even if you’re using an Apple ID from countries like the U.S. or Japan, you can still connect to the internet and download apps without any issues. Google Play unavailable. Google Play cannot be accessed using local Chinese networks. A VPN is required to connect and download apps.

News and information

Messaging Apps Availability List

Social Media Websites or Apps Availability List

E-commerce Website Availability List

Email Availability List

Frequently used Websites Availability List

Movies, TV and Music Availability List

AI Availability List

The above content includes most of the websites I could think of that people might use. If you have additional requests, feel free to leave a comment. I’ll test them and add them to the list.