'Iranians want to reconnect with the outside world' — Proton VPN sees 6,000% signup increase as Iran's internet is partially restored
Proton VPN has experienced a significant increase in signups from Iran, with a 6,000% surge following the partial restoration of internet access after a three-month blackout. This spike reflects the Iranian people's desire to reconnect with the outside world and access independent information amidst ongoing censorship. The demand for VPN services has historically risen during periods of internet restrictions in Iran, highlighting the ongoing struggle for digital freedom.
- ▪Proton VPN recorded a 6,000% increase in signups from Iran after the partial restoration of internet access.
- ▪The surge in signups indicates a strong desire among Iranians to bypass censorship and access independent news.
- ▪Iran has a history of internet shutdowns, with significant spikes in VPN usage during periods of unrest.
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VPN VPN Privacy & Security 'Iranians want to reconnect with the outside world' — Proton VPN sees 6,000% signup increase as Iran's internet is partially restored News By Mark Gill published 27 May 2026 Iranian internet users have rushed to secure tools following a three-month blackout When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. (Image credit: Shutterstock) Copy link Facebook X Whatsapp Reddit Pinterest Flipboard Threads Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter Proton VPN signups surged 6,000% as Iran partly restores the internetSpike mirrors historic surges during past internet shutdownsIranians turn to trusted circumvention tools…
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