June 17, 2025In the internet environment, a domain being “blocked” (i.e., inaccessible in certain regions) is a common issue. Many users and businesses face the question: if a domain has completed registration, can it still be used? This article analyzes the usability of a blocked registered domain from technical, regulatory, and operational perspectives and explores potential solutions.
The Mechanism of Domain Blocking
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Domain blocking typically means that access to a domain is restricted in certain regions due to specific reasons. These restrictions may stem from network censorship, content compliance issues, or technical configuration errors. A blocked domain may become inaccessible through standard DNS resolution, resulting in users encountering “connection failed” or “page unavailable” messages.
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June 12, 2025With the rapid development of the internet, domains, as the “address signs” of the digital world, are increasingly scrutinized for compliance. When content associated with a domain involves illegal or non-compliant information, relevant parties must take prompt and professional measures to ensure a healthy and secure online environment. This article discusses strategies for addressing illegal or non-compliant information in domains from three perspectives: identification, processing procedures, and preventive measures.
Illegal or non-compliant information typically refers to content that violates laws, regulations, or industry standards, such as spreading false information, infringing intellectual property, or involving illegal transactions. Such information associated with domains may manifest in website content, user-uploaded data, or services provided through the domain. Identifying such information requires a combination of technical tools and manual review:
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April 11, 2025Introduction
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In internet operations, domain blocking is a frequent and vexing issue, with numerous websites restricted due to policy or content violations. When a website or domain is blocked by government authorities for breaching regulations or policies, it often involves deeper technical and administrative layers. Network censorship measures go beyond simply preventing access to a specific IP address—they also encompass control over domain resolution and other tactics.
Website administrators often attempt to use a 301 redirect (permanent redirect) to reroute traffic to an unblocked new domain in hopes of restoring access. However, many find that even after setting up a 301 redirect, users still cannot access the site, and the new domain may quickly get blocked as well. Why does this happen? The primary reason is that a 301 redirect is essentially an HTTP response code sent by the web server to the browser, instructing it to visit a specified new URL. However, this does not alter the underlying network censorship measures that block the domain.
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