Internet and VPN in Xinjiang: Staying Connected Behind the Great Firewall
Foreign apps are blocked in Xinjiang. Learn how to get a local SIM, which services fail, the VPN reality check, and how to stay productive without Google.
Foreign apps are blocked in Xinjiang. Learn how to get a local SIM, which services fail, the VPN reality check, and how to stay productive without Google.
China’s internet is walled and Xinjiang’s coverage varies by terrain. This guide covers SIM cards, VPN reality, offline maps, and how to navigate without Google on the road.
Staying connected in Xinjiang: a practical guide to buying a Chinese SIM card, getting data, using VPNs, and dealing with internet restrictions while traveling in Xinjiang.