How to Access Instagram and Telegram in Iran 2026

Since 2018, Iran has blocked Instagram and Telegram citing national security concerns. The blocks use Deep Packet Inspection (DPI) systems that detect and drop packets to these services. Traditional VPNs are easily identified and blocked within hours.

VLESS + QUIC protocol works best for unblocking Instagram and Telegram. Traditional VPNs are detected quickly. The v2rayNG app with VLESS configuration successfully bypasses all blocks, even during internet shutdowns.

1. Download v2rayNG from GitHub (github.com/2dust/v2rayNG) 2. Get your VLESS config from AzadiVPN 3. Import the config by tapping + → Import from clipboard 4. Enable "Full Tunnel" mode in settings 5. Connect and open Instagram 6. Success! Works during shutdowns too.

Telegram works better with SOCKS5 proxy. In v2rayNG: Go to Settings → Enable SOCKS5 proxy → Copy the address (usually 127.0.0.1:10808) → Open Telegram → Settings → Data and Storage → Proxy Settings → Add SOCKS5 proxy → Paste address → Save and connect.

• Not loading? Try switching to a different server • Slow connection? Switch to QUIC protocol in v2rayNG settings • Keeps disconnecting? Enable "Allow insecure" option • Still blocked? Update to the latest v2rayNG version • Connection timeout? Check if your internet is working without VPN first

• Don't post politically sensitive content • Use encrypted DMs only for private conversations • Enable 2FA (two-factor authentication) on all accounts • Never share your VPN config links publicly • Use Telegram secret chats for maximum privacy • Regularly update your VPN app