To continue using Telegram in Spain you do not need to use a VPN. Everything you have to do is in this article. Continue reading to find out about this amazing trick.
The threat of blocking Telegram in Spain
Let's put ourselves in context. Some days ago, The controversy surrounded Telegram in Spain when the judge of the National Court, Santiago Pedraz, ordered to provisionally block this popular messaging application. This measure, adopted last Friday, was taken following a complaint filed by Movistar, Mediaset and Antena 3 for alleged copyright infringements, by hosting protected audiovisual content on Telegram without permission.
Judge Pedraz justified this decision by considering that it was the only way to stop the spread of said content illegal. But, as expected, the controversy did not wait. Spokespersons from various professional and political fields criticized the measure as disproportionate and censorious, as it affects millions of users who use Telegram legally.
The judicial setback: the blockade is annulled
Hours before the blockade became effective, the magistrate rectified his position and the blocking order has been rescinded. In an order issued yesterday, March 25, 2024, Pedraz recognizes that, although Telegram can be used for criminal activities, there are "more than multiple" users who have opted for this application due to the benefits it provides in terms of privacy.
This rectification comes after various groups, such as the Council of Computer Engineers of Spain and the consumer organization FACUA, They will harshly criticize the initial measure for being "unfair, censorious and disproportionate", by prioritizing the interests of three large companies over millions of users with legitimate use of Telegram.
The solution to Telegram blocking is not a VPN: set up a proxy
Despite this judicial setback, it is possible that in the future a similar order blocking Telegram in Spain could be reiterated, therefore, it is worth knowing how to get around these restrictions without needing resort to a VPN.
The Telegram application itself includes a function to configure proxies that allow you to bypass blockages. A proxy acts as an intermediary between the user and the Telegram server, masking the direct connection.
Set up a proxy in the app
To activate this option in Telegram, simply access the application settings, enter “Data and storage”. Find the “Proxy Settings” option and enable it. Next, you must enter the data of the contracted proxy in the "Add proxy" section, which can be a paid proxy to guarantee a more stable and secure service.
There are many free proxies on the market, but paid ones usually offer greater features and connection speeds. Once the proxy is configured, the application will connect through this intermediate point, bypassing any blockage imposed by telecommunications operators.
This proxy function is available in both the Telegram mobile app and the desktop version, and its operation is identical on Android and iOS devices.
Pros and cons of using a proxy
The use of proxies has some notable advantages over VPNs when it comes to avoiding blocking applications like Telegram:
- It is a free solution if you opt for public proxies
- Easy configuration within the app itself
- Ideal for overcoming specific or temporary blockages
However, proxies also have some disadvantages compared to VPNs:
- Less privacy and data encryption
- Less stability with free proxies
- They can reach also be blocked by operators