In the lead up to Iran 's revolution , the state has made the internet nearly unusable for many of its citizens . Usually Iranians use VPN software to bypass government controls , but lately , these too have been blocked . Some believe the government is unleashing malware and phishing software to spy on Iranian citizens . The government announced it would allow use of services to allow Iranian people greater freedom on communication .
In the lead up to Iran 's election , the state has made the internet nearly unusable for many of its citizens . Usually Iranians use VPN software to bypass government controls , but lately , these too have been blocked . Some fear the government is unleashing malware and phishing software to spy on Iranian citizens . U.S. government announced it will allow export of services to allow Iranian people greater freedom on communication .