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Russia ✕ Apps & Websites ✕

Here are 4 entries for banned apps & websites in Russia: what was banned, when, why, and whether the ban is still in force. Tap any item for the full story.

RussiaBannedFacebookBlocked in March 2022 after the invasion of Ukraine; Meta was later labelled "extremist".Apps & WebsitesSince 2022Details →RussiaBannedInstagramBlocked in March 2022 after Meta temporarily allowed some calls for violence against Russian soldiers.Apps & WebsitesSince 2022Details →RussiaBannedLinkedInBlocked for not storing Russian users' data on servers inside Russia.Apps & WebsitesSince 2016Details →RussiaBan liftedTelegramBlocked in 2018 for refusing to hand over encryption keys; the ban was lifted in 2020.Apps & WebsitesBanned 2018Details →

Frequently Asked Questions

What apps & websites are banned in Russia?

Our list has 3 banned or restricted apps & websites in Russia, including Facebook (2022), Instagram (2022) and LinkedIn (2016).

Have any of these bans been lifted?

Yes, including Telegram (2018). Lifted bans stay on the list, marked "Ban lifted", so you can see how the rules changed.

Is this list up to date?

We review entries regularly and add new bans as they happen. Laws change, so check an official government source before you travel or act on this information.

Laws change often and many bans have exceptions. This list is for general information, not legal or travel advice. Check official government sources before you travel. Last updated: 12/10/2026.