The Republic of Moldova ranks among countries with a high level of internet freedom, scoring 84 out of 100 in the 2026 global ranking conducted by Cloudwards. The data highlights major regional differences, from open systems in Europe and Latin America to tightly controlled networks in Asia and the Middle East.
The index evaluates 171 countries based on four criteria: access to torrenting, availability of VPNs, restrictions on adult content, and the level of political and civic freedom of expression online.
Eleven countries share first place with a score of 92, including Norway, Denmark, Finland, Belgium, Costa Rica, and New Zealand. No country achieved the maximum score of 100.
With a score of 84, Moldova falls into the “free” internet category, alongside countries such as Canada, Austria, Poland, and Lithuania, reflecting strong access and relatively limited restrictions.
By comparison, the United States scored 64 points, while the United Kingdom received 52, placing both in the middle tier. The report attributes these scores to stricter content regulations and increased platform oversight.
At the bottom of the ranking, North Korea scored 0, followed by China, Russia, Iran, and Pakistan, each with just 4 points. These countries impose severe restrictions on access to information and maintain extensive control over online activity.