Overview
According to Freedom House’s Freedom on the Net 2026 report, internet freedom in Georgia deteriorated during the reporting period, leading to the country’s downgrade from “Free” to “Partly Free,” with its overall score declining from 70 to 68 out of 100. The report highlights that, despite improvements in internet penetration, the authorities intensified restrictions on online and offline civic activism, particularly in connection with protests against the ruling Georgian Dream (GD) party’s decision not to pursue European Union integration talks. It further highlights the increasing pressure on online journalists and social media users critical of the ruling party, including fines, police raids, summonses, and investigations.
