What's blocked in Gabon
Social media has been suspended 'until further notice' since 17 February 2026.
- WhatsApp: Works
- Voice & video calls: Works
- Telegram: Works
- Signal: Works
- Discord: Works
- Facebook: Blocked
- Instagram: Blocked
- X (Twitter): Blocked
- TikTok: Blocked
- YouTube: Works
- Google: Works
- Works
- Age-gated
- Partly blocked
- Slowed down
- Blocked
App by app
| App | Status | Since | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Messenger | Blocked | Feb 2026 | Follows the Facebook block. |
| Blocked | Feb 2026 | ||
| Blocked | Feb 2026 | ||
| X (Twitter) | Blocked | Feb 2026 | |
| TikTok | Blocked | Feb 2026 | |
| Threads | Blocked | Feb 2026 | Follows the Instagram block. |
Not offered in Gabon
These companies don't sell their service here. That's a business or sanctions decision, not government censorship.
Working normally
Video, TV & music
Games
The 3 VPNs that fit Gabon
Our assessment, plus what visitors in Gabon are reporting this week.
Picked for heavy censorship: each can disguise VPN traffic.
ExpressVPN
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Proton VPN
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Not sure about these three? See 3 more VPNs Surfshark, Private Internet Access and CyberGhost
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What's going on
Gabon's media regulator suspended social platforms nationwide on 17 February 2026 during cost-of-living protests, citing false information and hate speech. The government said it was in talks with Meta and TikTok in late February. Check the votes below for the latest reports.
Before you connect: Any of the three restores blocked social apps.
Is a VPN legal in Gabon?
Legal
VPN use is not banned; demand surged after the suspension.
This is general information, not legal advice.
Questions people ask
Which apps are blocked in Gabon?
Yes. Messenger, Facebook, Instagram, X (Twitter), TikTok and Threads are blocked in Gabon.
Which streaming and online services are not available in Gabon?
Disney+, HBO Max, Hulu, BBC iPlayer and JioHotstar are not offered in Gabon. That is the companies' decision, often because of licensing or sanctions.
Is it legal to use a VPN in Gabon?
Legal. VPN use is not banned; demand surged after the suspension.
Which VPN works in Gabon?
Our picks for Gabon are ExpressVPN, NordVPN and Proton VPN. Check the live votes on this page for this week's results.
Will a VPN work during an internet shutdown in Gabon?
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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