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China's internet rules and VPN regulations

China's internet rules have constrained how VPNs operate inside the country, pushed firms toward licensed corporate connectivity and proprietary cross-border channels, and tightened regulatory control over encrypted tools and data exports under a rapidly evolving legal framework.

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Jan 20, 2026

How do Chinese internet restrictions affect VPNs, encryption, and cross-border data flows?

China’s internet rules have constrained how VPNs operate inside the country, pushed firms toward licensed corporate connectivity and proprietary cross‑border channels, and tightened regulatory control...