What's blocked in Philippines
Discord has been blocked on Globe, Smart-PLDT and DITO since 22 September 2026, and Binance has been blocked since 2024.
- WhatsApp: Works
- Voice & video calls: Works
- Telegram: Works
- Signal: Works
- Discord: Blocked
- 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Discord | Blocked | Sep 2026 | Blocked on major carriers while talks continue. |
| Binance | Blocked | 2024 | Unlicensed exchange. |
Not offered in Philippines
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 Philippines
Our assessment, plus what visitors in Philippines are reporting this week.
Picked for streaming and everyday privacy.
NordVPN
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What's going on
Philippine carriers began blocking Discord on 22 September 2026 while the platform negotiates with the Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Center. A proposed Telegram ban was dropped in February 2026 after Telegram agreed to cooperate. Unlicensed crypto exchanges including Binance are blocked.
Before you connect: Any VPN restores Discord on Philippine mobile networks.
Is a VPN legal in Philippines?
Legal
VPNs are legal.
This is general information, not legal advice.
Questions people ask
Which apps are blocked in Philippines?
Yes. Discord and Binance are blocked in Philippines.
Which streaming and online services are not available in Philippines?
Hulu, BBC iPlayer and JioHotstar are not offered in Philippines. That is the companies' decision, often because of licensing or sanctions.
Is it legal to use a VPN in Philippines?
Legal. VPNs are legal.
Which VPN works in Philippines?
Our picks for Philippines are NordVPN, ExpressVPN and CyberGhost. Check the live votes on this page for this week's results.
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