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Estonia holds the second place in the ranking of Internet freedom

However, the report reveals that global internet freedom has declined for the 14th consecutive year. The study analyzed the situation in 72 countries, noting positive developments in 18, while internet freedom decreased in 27.

For Estonia, the report highlights concerns about state involvement in moderating social media content, such as the removal of an article by ERR from Facebook. It also points out that the state requires communication service providers to collect various types of user data, including private information. Although this data can only be accessed with court approval, such collection practices are in violation of European Union law. Additionally, the report notes that Estonia has restricted access to more than 300 websites and 53 TV channels, in accordance with EU Council sanctions and national legislation.

Despite these concerns, Estonia boasts widespread internet access and has clear regulations in place to protect users' rights. These rights are governed at the European level by the Digital Services Act (DSA), and in Estonia, they are enforced by the Consumer Protection and Technical Regulatory Authority, which handles relevant cases.