Platform Free Speech Rankings
We rate social media platforms on their commitment to free expression. Ratings are based on content policy transparency, enforcement consistency, appeal processes, and track record.
Free Speech Champions
| Platform | Rating | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Truth Social | ★★★★★ | Built for free speech. Minimal content restrictions. |
| Rumble | ★★★★★ | Strong free speech commitment. Creator-friendly policies. |
| Gab | ★★★★★ | First Amendment focused. No political censorship. |
| Telegram | ★★★★☆ | Minimal moderation. Some regional restrictions. |
Improving
| Platform | Rating | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| X (Twitter) | ★★★★☆ | Major improvements since 2022 ownership change. Restored banned accounts. More transparent. |
| ★★★☆☆ | Professional focus limits political content. Some shadow banning reported. |
Caution Advised
| Platform | Rating | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| YouTube | ★★☆☆☆ | Heavy-handed content policies. Demonetization weaponized. Medical misinformation rules abused. |
| Facebook/Meta | ★★☆☆☆ | Fact-checker overreach. Shadow banning. Inconsistent enforcement. |
| ★★☆☆☆ | Same issues as Facebook. Algorithm suppression common. | |
| TikTok | ★☆☆☆☆ | CCP influence concerns. Opaque algorithm. Content manipulation. |
Rating Methodology
Our ratings consider:
- Policy Transparency – Are rules clear and publicly available?
- Enforcement Consistency – Are rules applied equally regardless of viewpoint?
- Appeal Process – Can users contest moderation decisions?
- Track Record – History of censorship incidents
- Government Cooperation – Compliance with censorship requests
Last updated: January 2026