Tapswap frenzy: Nigerians adopt VPN as app restricts entry

Nigerians are excited about the Tapswap crypto-mining app, which has become hugely popular in the country. However, they are facing difficulties as access to the app is currently restricted.

Social media reports suggest that the site is not loading or processing transactions properly when accessed through Nigerian internet connections.

To overcome this obstacle, users have found a way around it by utilizing Virtual Private Networks to bypass the geoblocking measures.

Affected individuals are looking for answers and fixes while voicing their frustration and disappointment. There are speculations among users about whether this restriction was intentionally imposed by Tapswap.

Ernest, known as AuthorHeaven EW on X.com, reported that the popular crypto exchange Tap Swap has decided to block users from Nigeria.

Despite this restriction, users have found a way around it by using a VPN to access the platform. This indicates that Tap Swap intentionally limited access for Nigerians, possibly due to disapproval from the President.

Roman, tweeting under the handle gentl introvert, remarked that Tapswap had been banned in Nigeria due to alleged abuses by Nigerians.

He questioned why positive developments in Nigeria often end up being banned and pondered whether this was a result of government actions or reflective of issues within Nigeria as a whole.

Tapswap has clarified that the verification requirement is not specifically aimed at Nigerian users, but rather a measure to combat DDoS attacks originating from the region.

The company reassures the Nigerian community that access restrictions are temporary and will be lifted once infrastructure adjustments are complete.

Tapswap appreciates its global community and values the support and understanding of all users. The company’s statement on X emphasized their commitment to maintaining a welcoming environment for users worldwide.

Additionally, Tapswap’s unique mining process involves tapping on the center icon of the Telegram Tapswap bot screen to earn coins, inspired by the success of Notcoin in enabling many Nigerians to profit from crypto-mining activities in the past.