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Partly blocked Updated 16 Oct 2026 About 5 minutes

How to unblock YouTube in Guinea

YouTube has been partly blocked in Guinea since Jul 2026. The fix that works for most people is a VPN, and ExpressVPN is the one we recommend here.

Short answer

Use ExpressVPN with its protocol set to Automatic, connect to South Africa, then open YouTube.

We picked ExpressVPN for Guinea because it can disguise VPN traffic with automatic obfuscation (with the protocol on Automatic).

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Why YouTube doesn't work in Guinea

YouTube has been partly blocked in Guinea since Jul 2026. Blocked repeatedly: Dec 2025, Apr 2026 and from late Jul 2026.

Facebook, YouTube and TikTok have been blocked repeatedly since December 2025, most recently from late July 2026.

Is a VPN legal in Guinea? Legal. VPN use is not banned and is widely used during blocks.

Step by step with ExpressVPN

  1. Get the VPN before you need it

    Sign up for ExpressVPN and download the app while you still have an open connection, ideally before you arrive in Guinea. VPN websites and app-store listings are often blocked there.

  2. Install and sign in

    Install ExpressVPN on the phone or computer where you use YouTube, then sign in.

  3. Switch on its stealth mode

    Open Settings, then Protocol, and keep it on Automatic. ExpressVPN obfuscates every server, and Automatic lets it switch protocols when one gets blocked.

  4. Connect to a nearby server

    Connect to a server in South Africa, France or Germany. YouTube works normally in these countries, and nearby servers are faster.

  5. Open YouTube and start playing

    Close and reopen the app after connecting so it notices your new location. What you can watch depends on the server country you picked.

  6. Leave the VPN on

    Keep ExpressVPN connected while you use YouTube. If you disconnect, the block applies again.

Tip: If a video spins forever, try a different server in the same country: streaming services block busy VPN servers.

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If it still doesn't work

  • Update the VPN app. Providers update their stealth protocols when blocks change.
  • Switch between Wi-Fi and mobile data. Some networks block far more than others.
  • Try a different server country: South Africa, France or Germany.
  • Restart your phone after a failed attempt. Some blocks cache your earlier connection.

Or try another VPN

NordVPN Connects

Open Settings, go to Connection, then VPN protocol, and choose NordWhisper. If your device doesn't offer NordWhisper, choose OpenVPN (TCP) and connect to a server under Specialty servers, then Obfuscated servers.

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Proton VPN Connects

Open Settings, then Protocol, and choose Stealth. Also switch on Alternative routing so the app can reach Proton even if its usual servers are blocked.

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What people in Guinea are reporting

Not enough reports yet for ExpressVPN in Guinea this fortnight.

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Questions people ask

Does YouTube work in Guinea without a VPN?

Partly. Some features of YouTube are blocked in Guinea: Blocked repeatedly: Dec 2025, Apr 2026 and from late Jul 2026.

Is it legal to use a VPN for YouTube in Guinea?

Legal. VPN use is not banned and is widely used during blocks. This is general information, not legal advice.

Can I use a free VPN to unblock YouTube in Guinea?

Usually not. Most free VPNs have no way to disguise their traffic, so Guinea's filters spot them quickly, and many free apps sell browsing data. Proton VPN's free plan is a safe free option, but its free servers are limited and busy.

Why does YouTube still not work with the VPN on?

Update the VPN app. Providers update their stealth protocols when blocks change. Switch between Wi-Fi and mobile data. Some networks block far more than others. Try a different server country: South Africa, France or Germany.

We earn a commission if you buy a VPN through our links. It never changes what we report as blocked. How we pick