August 14, 2025
TikTok Ban by Country 2025 (11 Full Bans + 14 Government Restrictions)
TikTok Ban by Country – Updated 2025 List
TikTok Ban by Country 2025 (11 Full + 14 Government)
Complete list: India (2020), Albania (2025), Afghanistan + US/EU government bans. $24B US economic impact, 170M users affected, 34% public support. Latest research included.
11
Full Bans
14
Govt Bans
$24B
US Impact
📱 TikTok Ban Status 2025 (25 Countries Affected):
- ✓ 11 countries: Full bans (India, Albania 2025, Afghanistan)
- ✓ 14 countries: Government device bans (US, EU, UK, Canada)
- ✓ Security concerns: China data laws, misinformation (19% videos)
- ✓ Economic impact: $24B US economy, 200K jobs
Last Updated: December 2025
🚫 Quick Answer: Is TikTok Banned Where You Are?
- • Full Bans (11): India, Albania, Afghanistan, China, Iran
- • Government Bans (14): US, EU, UK, Canada, Australia
- • US Deadline: Sept 17, 2025 (ByteDance sell or ban)
- • Public Support: 34% US adults (down from 50%)
1️⃣ Full/Partial TikTok Bans (11 Countries)
| Country | Ban Type | Year | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| India | Complete | 2020 | China border tensions, data security |
| Albania | Full (1 year) | 2025 | Youth violence linked to content |
| Afghanistan | National | 2022 | Taliban: youth influence concerns |
| China | Full (Douyin only) | 2018 | National tech control |
| Iran | Full | 2019 | Government censorship |
| Uzbekistan | Full | 2021 | Personal data concerns |
| Somalia | Full | 2023 | Extremist propaganda |
2️⃣ Government Device Bans (14 Countries)
| Country/Region | Status | Year | Devices Affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | Banned | 2022 | Federal + officials’ devices |
| European Union | Restricted | 2023 | Parliament, Commission staff |
| United Kingdom | Banned | 2023 | Government devices |
| Canada | Banned | 2023 | Federal devices |
| Australia | Banned | 2023 | Government devices |
3️⃣ Research: TikTok Ban Impacts (2025)
👥 User Stats
170M US users (41% adults)
Mostly young, non-white demographics
💰 Economic
$24B annual US impact
200K jobs supported
📊 Public Opinion
34% support ban (down from 50%)
49% cite security risks
🔄 Migration
Millions moved to RedNote
Similar security concerns raised
5️⃣ What’s Next? (2025 Outlook)
🇺🇸 US Deadline
Sept 17, 2025: ByteDance must sell
Microsoft/Oracle in talks
🌍 Global Trends
Albania ban may inspire others
Nepal shows negotiation works
👥 User Options
RedNote, Instagram Reels
VPN workaround (legal risks)
FAQ: TikTok Bans 2025
TikTok banned in Nigeria?
No full ban. Accessible for civilians.
No full ban. Accessible for civilians.
US consumer ban?
Government devices only. Consumer deadline Sept 2025.
Government devices only. Consumer deadline Sept 2025.
VPN workaround legal?
Gray area. Check local laws.
Gray area. Check local laws.