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    Updated June 12, 2026

    What is blocked in Russia today

    Current list of popular services: what is blocked, what is throttled and what still works. Tap a service to open a bypass guide.

    Blocked: 8 Throttled: 1 Works: 3
    Discord
    Blocked

    Blocked. Voice channels fail first; text partially works.

    Instagram
    Blocked

    Blocked since 2022. Feed and stories do not load without a bypass.

    Facebook
    Blocked

    Blocked since 2022.

    Twitter / X
    Blocked

    Blocked since 2022.

    Spotify
    Blocked

    Left Russia in 2022; access and payment require a foreign route.

    ChatGPT
    Blocked

    OpenAI restricts access from Russia: login and payment need a foreign IP.

    Faceit
    Blocked

    Platform restricted the Russian region: site and matchmaking fail without VPN.

    Fortnite / Epic Games
    Blocked

    Epic restricted Russia: the launcher fails to sign in and load the store.

    YouTube
    Throttled

    Throttled on mobile networks and some ISPs. Video loads in bursts, especially in HD.

    Telegram
    Works

    Works. Voice calls are occasionally throttled on some networks.

    WhatsApp
    Works

    Works. Calls are throttled on some networks — VPN helps for voice.

    Roblox
    Works

    Works, but frequent connection errors (279, 403, 429) on carrier networks.

    How to bypass these blocks

    Most blocks in the list rely on DPI — a filter that inspects traffic. Older protocols (OpenVPN, WireGuard, VLESS) are now detectable. WersidePN uses Hysteria 2, which masks better and holds up on Russian mobile networks.

    About the list

    The list is maintained manually from public data and updated as things change. It is not real-time monitoring, but a country-wide reference.

    FAQ

    How often is the list updated?

    The list is maintained manually and updated as blocks change. Last update — June 12, 2026. It is not automatic real-time monitoring.

    Why is YouTube “throttled”, not “blocked”?

    YouTube is not officially blocked, but speed to its servers is limited, so video stutters. VPN removes the throttling by routing traffic around the filter.

    How do I bypass the blocks in this list?

    You need a VPN with a protocol that DPI filters do not catch (e.g. Hysteria 2). WersidePN has a free 3-day trial — test the services you need before paying.

    Is the list accurate for my region?

    Blocks sometimes differ by carrier and region. The list reflects the country-wide picture; your specific carrier may filter differently.