NetBlocks: Iran's internet shutdown enters 52nd day

Iran’s nationwide internet shutdown has entered its 52nd consecutive day, with connectivity still heavily restricted for the general public, according to internet monitoring data NetBlocks.

“Iran's internet shutdown has entered its 52nd day after 1224 hours. Metrics show that the general public remain cut off from international networks, while authorities continue efforts to segregate users and provide selective access to favored groups.”

Iran has been experiencing a prolonged internet blackout since 8 January 2026, which began during the twelfth day of nationwide protests.

Authorities imposed widespread connectivity shutdowns across Tehran, Isfahan, Shiraz, Kermanshah and other regions, with disruptions reported in both mobile networks and fixed-line internet services.

Cybersecurity experts have also said that Iran’s National Information Network was fully disconnected, including internal systems.

Although some restrictions were partially eased on 28 January, significant limitations remain in place.

Iran’s Minister of Communications, Sattar Hashemi, has acknowledged that the shutdown is costing the economy around $35.7 million per day. Independent estimates put the broader impact, including indirect losses, at between $70 million and $80 million daily.

By Aghakazim Guliyev