VPNs in China | Reviews, Tips & Tricks by TravelChinaCheaper Travel China the smart way! Expert tips and travel advice for China tourists and expats. Mon, 05 Jan 2026 19:07:08 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/wp-content/uploads/favicon.ico VPNs in China | Reviews, Tips & Tricks by TravelChinaCheaper 32 32 Does ExpressVPN Work in China in 2026? (or any VPN?) https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/vpns-still-work-china Sun, 04 Jan 2026 21:30:00 +0000 https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/?p=8648 Does ExpressVPN, NordVPN or any other major VPN still work in China? If you are currently in China, you’re probably aware of how difficult it is to connect to a virtual private network right now. Don’t worry – you’re not alone. This is a problem people are having all across the country. So what has […]

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]]> What Apps Are Banned in China? A List for January 2026 https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/index-blocked-websites-in-china Sun, 04 Jan 2026 17:30:00 +0000 https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/?p=8890 What websites are blocked in China in 2026 (January Update) This is a question that gets asked a lot, particularly among people who are planning to travel or move to China. It helps knowing what to expect, which is why I’d like to give you a comprehensive (and constantly updated) list of blocked websites in […]

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]]> Is it Legal to Use a VPN in China in 2026? (surprising answer) https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/is-it-legal-to-use-a-vpn-in-china Sun, 04 Jan 2026 14:30:00 +0000 https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/?p=8043 One of the most common questions I receive about VPNs (or “Virtual Private Network”) is this: Is it legal to use a VPN in China in 2026? Since China censors the internet using the “Great Firewall of China” to keep people inside the country from accessing different websites like Facebook, Twitter, Google, Gmail, etc., it’s no wonder the […]

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]]> Best VPN for China in 2026 (+ my strategy to use them) https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/best-vpn-for-china Thu, 01 Jan 2026 14:30:00 +0000 https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/?p=366 What is the best VPN for China in 2026? That’s a loaded question that often gets met with simple answers from people who have never even lived in China. While there are plenty of options to choose from, I’m aiming to not only let you know what works, but also my exact strategy for how […]

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]]> How to Download VPN in China in 2025 (2 Easy Methods) https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/how-to-install-vpn-from-within-china Thu, 23 Jan 2025 17:30:00 +0000 https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/?p=13758 So you’ve landed in China and realized that you need to use a virtual private network, or “VPN” for short. Unfortunately, all the VPN websites that are supposed to help you bypass censorship are, well…blocked. So what do you do? How can you install a VPN from within China? Don’t worry, you’re not alone. Getting […]

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]]> Does Hong Kong Have Internet Restrictions in 2025? (VPN needed?) https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/hong-kong-internet-censorship Thu, 23 Jan 2025 14:30:00 +0000 https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/?p=14126 The sad reality is that yes, internet censorship is quickly growing in Hong Kong despite it long being a place of “internet refuge” in China. Considering all the protests and security laws following Hong Kong’s reunification with China, it was bound to happen. So what does this mean for foreigners and should you use a […]

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]]> Does YouTube Work in China? How to Watch in 2025 (it’s Blocked) https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/access-youtube-in-china Wed, 22 Jan 2025 21:30:00 +0000 https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/?p=8707 YouTube is blocked in China – that’s been the reality for more than a decade. Whether you just want to stream your favorite YouTube videos or you need to upload videos while you’re in China, your biggest challenge is internet censorship, which severely limits internet access. Thankfully, there are ways around this censorship and we’re […]

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]]> How to Find Free WiFi in China 2025 | Tips to Stay Connected https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/find-wifi-in-china https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/find-wifi-in-china#comments Wed, 22 Jan 2025 17:30:00 +0000 https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/?p=11144 Is WiFi available everywhere in China? 100% yes. But is it easy for travelers and foreigners to connect to and use? THAT is a different story. Unless you are paying for international data roaming on your phone, knowing how to easily find WiFi in China will be helpful for when you need to connect to the […]

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]]> https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/find-wifi-in-china/feed 6 Does Hulu Work in China? How to Watch in 2025 (it’s Blocked) https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/expat-guide-hulu-in-china Wed, 22 Jan 2025 14:30:00 +0000 https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/?p=8701 Is it possible to watch Hulu in China in 2025? Although Hulu is technically not accessible in China, I’m still able to log onto my account and stream my favorite TV shows and movies. The frustration of being unable to access blocked websites is common, especially for streaming services like Hulu. What’s the secret? By […]

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]]> How to Use Dropbox in China 2025 | Guide for Travelers & Expats https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/use-dropbox-in-china https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/use-dropbox-in-china#comments Tue, 21 Jan 2025 17:30:00 +0000 https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/?p=10367 Is Dropbox blocked in China in 2025? The short answer is “yes,” it is. It’s difficult to access Dropbox on both computer and mobile device within China and it has been this way for a few years. However, there are ways to work through these problems in order to use Dropbox in China. Here’s a tutorial […]

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