What's blocked in Egypt
WhatsApp and Skype calls are restricted, Signal is limited, and more than 600 news websites are blocked.
- WhatsApp: Works
- Voice & video calls: Partly blocked
- Telegram: Works
- Signal: Partly blocked
- Discord: Works
- Facebook: Works
- Instagram: Works
- X (Twitter): Works
- TikTok: Works
- YouTube: Works
- Google: Works
- Works
- Age-gated
- Partly blocked
- Slowed down
- Blocked
App by app
| App | Status | Since | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roblox | Blocked | Feb 2026 | |
| Voice & video calls | Partly blocked | WhatsApp and Skype calls frequently fail. | |
| Signal | Partly blocked |
Not offered in Egypt
These companies don't sell their service here. That's a business or sanctions decision, not government censorship.
Working normally
Social media
Games
The 3 VPNs that fit Egypt
Our assessment, plus what visitors in Egypt are reporting this week.
Picked for heavy censorship: each can disguise VPN traffic.
ExpressVPN
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What's going on
Egypt blocks hundreds of independent news and human rights sites and has restricted VoIP calling for years. Messaging on WhatsApp works normally.
Before you connect: A VPN helps for calls and blocked news sites.
Is a VPN legal in Egypt?
Legal
VPN use is not specifically outlawed, though some VPN provider websites are blocked.
This is general information, not legal advice.
Questions people ask
Which apps are blocked in Egypt?
Yes. Roblox is blocked in Egypt.
Can I make WhatsApp calls in Egypt?
Voice and video calls are partly blocked in Egypt. WhatsApp and Skype calls frequently fail.
Which streaming and online services are not available in Egypt?
HBO Max, Hulu, BBC iPlayer and JioHotstar are not offered in Egypt. That is the companies' decision, often because of licensing or sanctions.
Is it legal to use a VPN in Egypt?
Legal. VPN use is not specifically outlawed, though some VPN provider websites are blocked.
Which VPN works in Egypt?
Our picks for Egypt are ExpressVPN, NordVPN and Surfshark. Check the live votes on this page for this week's results.
Will a VPN work during an internet shutdown in Egypt?
No. A VPN can get around blocks on specific apps and sites, but during a full shutdown there is no connection to the outside world for the VPN to use.
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