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  • 4 September 2024
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Twitter (X) has been banned in Brazil by the Supreme Court until it complies with certain court directions and pays fines. 

The ban was put in place after Twitter refused to take down messages that spread false information about the 2022 Presidential Elections and other content that the court found insulting.

Debates over free expression and the place of social media in democracies have been sparked by the ban. 

This is the latest development in the Twitter ban feud between Alexandre de Moraes (Supreme Court Judge) and Elon Musk (X’s owner), which began back in April 2024. 

While some claim that the ban violates the right to free expression, others maintain that it is essential to defend the integrity of the election process.

According to a recent development, Brazilian authorities have the right to request the removal of information from social media platforms. 

But as a self-described "free speech absolutist," Musk sees this as censorship because he won't remove anything from far-right organizations.

How Can I Access Twitter (X) in Brazil?

You can use a VPN (Virtual Private Network) to access Twitter or any other region-locked app in Brazil. 

A VPN encrypts your internet traffic and hides your IP address from government agencies, hackers, and internet service providers. 

Therefore, using a VPN is the primary choice if you want to get over the government's strict limitations on X. 

All you need to do is select a high-speed VPN, download and install the app on your device, and connect to a country server where Twitter is working.

What Really Happened Between Elon Musk and Judge Alexandre de Moraes? 

The Brazilian government and Elon Musk's X were engaged in a virtual deadlock. The site was essentially blocked in Brazil early Saturday morning. 

Alexandre de Moraes, a Judge of the Supreme Court, instructed X to designate a local representative for X in Brazil. 

After that, the Judge responded by shutting down X's operations when the corporation missed the deadline. But the way that X has handled false information and far-right propaganda has drawn criticism from the Judge. 

On the flip side, Musk has fought for the right to free expression and has frequently clashed with authorities worldwide.

In his ruling on Friday, de Moraes wrote:

“Elon Musk showed his total disrespect for Brazilian sovereignty and, in particular, for the judiciary, setting himself up as a true supranational entity and immune to the laws of each country.”

Also, the Judge said they will fine people who are caught using a VPN to access X (Twitter).

Although he first demanded that VPNs be removed and access to X be blocked by internet service providers and app stores, he eventually withdrew his orders.

When the Judge blocked Musk's Brazilian bank accounts for Starlink, his satellite internet company, the argument became more heated. The relationship between X and the Brazilian government was further strained by this action.

VPN Usage Surges in Brazil After the Ban of X

De Moraes decided to stop X's services in the country and the citizens are angry at the fact that the government is banning a free platform.

According to estimates from the World Population Review, an online database that offers data on global demographics, over 23 million Brazilians use X. 

But given that Brazil has one of the highest rates of internet access worldwide, this number may be higher.

People are currently attempting to get around the ban by expressing themselves on various social media platforms via VPNs.

It has been reported that the use of VPNs has increased dramatically since the ban, despite the government's threats.

According to Google Trends statistics, there was a notable rise in VPN searches following Twitter's prohibition in Brazil. 

Several thousands of Brazilians switched to VPN apps to get around the government-imposed ban and access Twitter (X).

 Elon Musk suggested to use PureVPN

Twitter Alternative Bags 1 Million Users in 3 Days

After X.com was banned, most Brazilians started using BlueSky (a decentralized social network co-founded by former Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey). 

Over the last few days, 500,000 more BlueSky users reportedly joined the network because it looks similar to Twitter.

Further, Bluesky allows users to exchange photos, repost content, and write text updates up to 300 characters long. 

It began as an internal X project led by Jack Dorsey in 2019. In 2021, the platform gained an independent status.

Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, the president of Brazil, has sent his supporters to other websites, such as BlueSky and Meta's Threads.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

  • Why doesn't Brazil have access to Twitter?

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    The Supreme Court upheld an order that forbids Elon Musk's social network X from operating in Brazil and imposes fines on people who use virtual private networks, or VPNs, to circumvent the ban.

  • Does Brazil have a large Twitter following?

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    Brazil is a big country where many people have access to the internet. Because of this, there are a lot of Twitter (X) users there—roughly 19 million as of right now.

  • Does Brazil allow VPNs?

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    In Brazil, VPN services are acceptable as long as you're not using them for illicit purposes. Although after the current situation, the government has set a heavy fine for using a VPN for X the usage of VPNs surged in Brazil

  • How do I establish a VPN connection in Brazil?

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    The steps to setting up a VPN in Brazil are as follows: Get a VPN subscription, download the app for your device, and select the country you want as your server location when you launch the VPN.

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Wrapping Up!

Since Twitter was banned in Brazil, many users have been looking for other ways to access the service. 

Even if there are many VPN services available on the market, security and privacy should always be your priority. 

Consider using PurePrivacy with a VPN to encrypt your internet traffic from prying eyes and protect your data from scammers. 

With a VPN, you can get unrestricted internet access, get around geographical limitations, and enhance online privacy.

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