What is World Press Freedom Index?
Reporters Without Borders publishes a yearly ranking of press freedom in around 180 countries, shown as a colour-coded world map with country profiles.
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World Press Freedom Index
World map of press freedom ranked by Reporters Without Borders
- Coverage
- Worldwide
- Updates
- Yearly
- Price
- Free
- Sign-up
- Not needed
- View
- Flat map
What you can do
- Yearly press freedom map
- Country scores and profiles
- Compare years
The details
- Coverage
- Worldwide
- Updates
- Yearly
- Data source
- RSF surveys and research
- Made by
- Reporters Without Borders (non-profit)
- Price
- Free
- Account
- No account needed
- On phones
- Works well on phones
- Map view
- Flat map
Tips for using World Press Freedom Index
- Click a country to read why it scored as it did.
Who it is for
World Press Freedom Index is especially useful for journalists and students.
Questions about World Press Freedom Index
Is World Press Freedom Index free?
Yes. World Press Freedom Index is free to use.
Do I need an account to use World Press Freedom Index?
No. You can open the map and use it without signing up.
How often is World Press Freedom Index updated?
The data is refreshed about once a year.
Where does World Press Freedom Index get its data?
RSF surveys and research.
Can I use World Press Freedom Index on my phone?
Yes. The website works well in a phone browser.
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Summary based on public information about World Press Freedom Index. Features and prices change; the map's own website has the latest details.
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