Triggered by Telegram curbs, VPN downloads hit 2026 high
VPN downloads in India reached a 2026 high following government restrictions on the Telegram messaging app. Users are increasingly turning to encryption tools to bypass network blocks and access alternative communication platforms.
Why it matters
The surge highlights the tension between government digital censorship and individual privacy, as well as the rapid shift in user behavior during internet crackdowns.
Triggered by Tel egram curbs, VPN downloads hit 2026 high | India News - The Times of India
The article relies on third-party data to report on a trend without taking a stance on the government's policy.
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