Discord was blocked in Turkey on October 9, 2024. Despite 11 months passing, the ban still continues. So, when will Discord open? Here are the latest information and statements.
Discord, which millions of players and communities actively use in Turkey, was blocked on October 9, 2024, by the decision of Ankara 1st Criminal Court of Peace. The reason stated in the decision was “child sexual abuse and obscene content”.
Approximately 11 months have passed, and the access ban has still not been lifted. During this period, both players and content creators frequently raised the question of “When will Discord open?”.
FIRST STATEMENT FROM THE MINISTRY
The Minister of Transport and Infrastructure Abdulkadir Uraloğlu stated the following in a statement made in recent months:
“We are in communication with Discord officials. If they make the necessary arrangements, the access ban can be reconsidered.”
However, there has been no official development following this statement. It is expected that content safety and technical regulations need to be completed for Discord to reopen in Turkey.
DISCORD IS DEVELOPING NEW SYSTEMS FOR CHILD SAFETY 🛡️
Discord has started taking new steps regarding child abuse and obscene content, which is the main reason for the access ban. Among the security systems the company is testing are:
- ✅ Authentication & facial recognition technology to determine user age
- ✅ Restricting child users’ access to sensitive content
- ✅ Strengthening security filters
Currently, these systems are only being tested in countries like the United Kingdom and Australia. If implemented globally, it is anticipated that the ban in Turkey could also be reconsidered.
WHEN WILL DISCORD OPEN?
Currently, there is no official date for when Discord will reopen in Turkey.
📌 The possibility of reopening depends entirely on whether the security measures developed by Discord are deemed sufficient by Turkey. If the new security systems meet Turkey’s demands, it may be possible to lift the access ban.
LASTLY…
- Discord has been closed in Turkey for 11 months.
- Authorities are expecting the platform to take concrete steps regarding child safety.
- The opening date is not clear, but if new security measures are implemented, the ban may be lifted.
🎮 The future of Discord, where millions of players in Turkey share their communities, friends, and gaming experiences, is currently uncertain.
