WeChat — More Than Just Chat
WeChat is the Chinese "digital ID." Adding WeChat is the standard way to connect.
Weibo — China's Twitter
Real-name verification required. Avoid posting politically sensitive content.
Xiaohongshu — Lifestyle Sharing
Combines shopping, travel, beauty tips. Great for understanding local life.
Douyin — King of Short Videos
China's hottest short-video platform with精准 algorithms.
Content Moderation
Avoid: political sensitivity, pornography, violence, misinformation.
VPNs
Accessing blocked sites requires a VPN. Using unapproved VPNs is illegal.