5 min read · Updated 2026
Quick fix: Connect to a VPN server in Singapore or Japan to bypass ISP throttling and access all Facebook features at full speed.
Facebook is not blocked in the Philippines, but ISPs throttle Facebook traffic — especially video content and live streams — during peak hours. This results in slow loading, buffering videos and unresponsive features.
A VPN hides your traffic from your ISP, preventing targeted throttling of Facebook traffic.
Both Surfshark and NordVPN have Android and iOS apps. Install the app, connect to Singapore, then open the Facebook app. Works on Globe, Smart and PLDT broadband.
| # | VPN | Mobile App | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Surfshark | ✅ iOS & Android | ~$1.99/mo | Get Deal |
| 2 | NordVPN | ✅ iOS & Android | ~$3.09/mo | Get Deal |
* USD prices shown. In PHP: Surfshark ~₱112/mo · NordVPN ~₱173/mo (2-yr plans). Prices vary by promotion.