expressVPN Archives - Travel China Cheaper 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 expressVPN Archives - Travel China Cheaper 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 […]

The post Does ExpressVPN Work in China in 2026? (or any VPN?) appeared first on Travel China Cheaper.

]]> 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 […]

The post What Apps Are Banned in China? A List for January 2026 appeared first on Travel China Cheaper.

]]> 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 […]

The post Is it Legal to Use a VPN in China in 2026? (surprising answer) appeared first on Travel China Cheaper.

]]> 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 […]

The post Best VPN for China in 2026 (+ my strategy to use them) appeared first on Travel China Cheaper.

]]> 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 […]

The post Does YouTube Work in China? How to Watch in 2025 (it’s Blocked) appeared first on Travel China Cheaper.

]]> 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 […]

The post Does Hulu Work in China? How to Watch in 2025 (it’s Blocked) appeared first on Travel China Cheaper.

]]> 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 […]

The post How to Use Dropbox in China 2025 | Guide for Travelers & Expats appeared first on Travel China Cheaper.

]]> https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/use-dropbox-in-china/feed 2 How to Access Instagram in China in 2025 (it works!) https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/access-instagram-in-china https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/access-instagram-in-china#comments Tue, 21 Jan 2025 14:30:00 +0000 https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/?p=8431 Is it possible to access Instagram in China in 2025? Even though Instagram is blocked in China and has been since the middle of 2016, it is still possible to use Instagram using a VPN…as long as you’re prepared. Here’s a quick explanation of what you need to know if you want to post photos […]

The post How to Access Instagram in China in 2025 (it works!) appeared first on Travel China Cheaper.

]]> https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/access-instagram-in-china/feed 11 How to Stream NFL in China 2025 (5 free & premium methods) https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/5-ways-watch-nfl-china https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/5-ways-watch-nfl-china#comments Mon, 20 Jan 2025 21:30:00 +0000 https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/?p=7336 If you’re like me, you’ve wasted plenty of time searching for live streams of NFL football games and college football games online. You’ve thought to yourself, There’s got to be a better way to watch a high-definition football game in China, right?  Thankfully, there is. As we prepare for the 2025-2026 American football season, you […]

The post How to Stream NFL in China 2025 (5 free & premium methods) appeared first on Travel China Cheaper.

]]> https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/5-ways-watch-nfl-china/feed 9 How to Use Amazon in China 2025 (Prime Video, Music & Fire TV) https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/use-amazon-in-china-guide https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/use-amazon-in-china-guide#comments Mon, 20 Jan 2025 17:30:00 +0000 https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/?p=10297 Is it possible to use Amazon in China in 2025? You might be under the impression that an Amazon Prime membership is worthless in China. Surprisingly, it’s not! It may not guarantee you 2-day shipping, but you can watch Prime Video on your Fire TV; you can listen to Amazon Music. This guide is meant to show you how. […]

The post How to Use Amazon in China 2025 (Prime Video, Music & Fire TV) appeared first on Travel China Cheaper.

]]> https://www.travelchinacheaper.com/use-amazon-in-china-guide/feed 12