Zapret-discord-youtube is a network traffic filtering tool that unblocks access to Discord and YouTube on restricted networks.
The tool works by intercepting and modifying network traffic at the system level to bypass network-level restrictions that prevent access to these services. It uses WinDivert, a packet filtering driver, to intercept traffic and apply filtering rules that allow connections to Discord and YouTube to pass through where they would otherwise be blocked.
This tool is intended for users on networks with access restrictions who need to reach Discord and YouTube. It suits situations where institutional or regional network policies block these services. The project notes that WinDivert may trigger antivirus alerts because it is a low-level traffic interception tool, though the alerts are false positives; users should add the tool's folder to their antivirus exclusions or disable potentially unwanted application detection if they choose to use it.
The project maintains a clear stance against impersonation, explicitly warning users to verify they are using the official repository and not fake mirrors or accounts claiming to represent the developer elsewhere. The repository includes documentation addressing antivirus concerns and references the original zapret project as the upstream work this tool builds upon.
