Policy Brief: Internet Shutdowns
The Internet Society urges policymakers to adopt policies that eliminate shutdowns as a tool and to analyze and weigh the effects of restricting access.
Government-mandated Internet shutdowns have become the “new normal” in many countries, primarily driven by political and national security concerns.
The United Nations considers cutting users off from Internet access, regardless of the justification provided, to be disproportionate and thus a violation of Article 19, Paragraph 3, of the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights.
As noted by La Rue (2011), Internet shutdowns are a harmful and disproportionate response to complex issues.
The United Nations calls upon all States to ensure that Internet access is maintained at all times, including during times of political unrest.
Author’s summary: Internet shutdowns violate human rights.
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