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Imgur blocks UK users following ICO investigation

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Imgur has blocked access for users in the United Kingdom due to a potential fine from the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO). The ICO is investigating Imgur's compliance with the Online Safety Act (OSA) regarding children's data protection and age verification. Users in the UK can no longer log in, view content, or upload images. The geoblock affects embedded content on third-party sites. The ICO issued a notice of intent to impose a monetary penalty on MediaLab, Imgur's parent company, on September 10, 2025. Imgur's geoblocking does not exempt it from potential fines. Users can bypass the block using a VPN, but this may affect internet performance.

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  1. 01.10.2025 00:24 1 articles · 3h ago

    Imgur blocks UK users following ICO investigation

    On September 30, 2025, Imgur blocked access for users in the United Kingdom due to a potential fine from the ICO. The ICO had been investigating Imgur's compliance with the Online Safety Act (OSA) since March 2025. The geoblock affects all Imgur services and embedded content on third-party sites. Users can bypass the block using a VPN, but this may affect internet performance.

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