We received notification from Apple today, July 29, 2017, at roughly
04:00 GMT, that the ExpressVPN iOS app was removed from the China App
Store. Our preliminary research indicates that all major VPN apps for
iOS have been removed.
Users in China accessing a different territory’s App Store (i.e. they
have indicated their billing address to be outside of China) are not
impacted; they can download the iOS app and continue to receive updates
as before.
While Apple’s decision is surprising and unfortunate, it does not
change ExpressVPN’s commitment to keeping you securely and reliably
connected. Our support team stands ready 24/7, including via live chat,
to help any impacted users.
We’re disappointed in this development, as it represents the most
drastic measure the Chinese government has taken to block the use of
VPNs to date, and we are troubled to see Apple aiding China’s censorship
efforts. ExpressVPN strongly condemns these measures, which threaten
free speech and civil liberties.
Users in China can continue to stay connected to the open internet
with ExpressVPN’s apps for Windows, Mac, Android, and other platforms.
Our commitment to an open and free internet remains stronger than
ever, and we will continue the fight in helping our users to stay
connected, no matter where they are located.
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