TikTok has been banned or restricted in various ways by several countries due to privacy, security, or content-related concerns. Here is a summary:
1. Full Bans:
• Afghanistan, Nepal, and Somalia have imposed total bans, citing reasons like security risks, indecent content, or disruptions to social harmony .
2. Partial Bans on Government Devices:
• Numerous countries, including the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, the UK, and many EU nations, have banned TikTok from government-issued devices, citing cybersecurity and privacy concerns .
3. Temporary or Conditional Bans:
• Countries like Jordan, Pakistan, and Bangladesh have imposed temporary bans in the past, often lifting them after TikTok made changes to comply with local regulations .
In total, at least three countries have outright banned TikTok, and over 30 countries have imposed restrictions, particularly on government or public sector devices .