China ICP 101. Guides on Stay Compliance in China.

Here are the guides we put together over the years to help you stay informed and learn about the fastest-growing economy in the world.

We've written several dozen posts for making your online presence, apps, web apps, and games work in China using 21YunBox.

Don't see your needs represented here? Send us an email explaining what you do (or are trying to do) and we'll happily write a new one!

China CDN Providers Compared: Who Has Mainland Nodes, and Who Needs Your ICP

Aug 2026

Which CDNs actually have points of presence inside mainland China, which serve China from Hong Kong or Singapore, and which require you to hold an ICP filing yourself. A provider-by-provider comparison.

China ICP License and ICP Filing: What It Is and How to Get One

Jul 2024

An ICP filing is required for any site served from mainland China, it is issued to a mainland legal entity, and it binds to your hosting provider. What it costs, how long it takes, and what gets applications rejected.

How to Successfully Launch Your WeChat Mini Program or Game in China

Nov 2023

Learn how to develop and launch your WeChat Mini Program or Game in China successfully.

How to Make a Website Work in Mainland China: Two Gates, Four Paths

Oct 2023

Serving mainland China has two independent gates: performance and an ICP filing. A site can pass one and fail the other. The four paths, compared on both.

Launching Software As A Service (SaaS) In China

Oct 2023

Launching a SaaS business in China? Learn about legal requirements, licenses, and more.

Achieving China Compliance: A Guide to Filing Trademarks

Oct 2023

Understanding the trademark registration process in China for foreign app owners.

Translating Your App for the Chinese Market: A Comprehensive Guide to Ensuring Compliance

Oct 2023

Translating your app for the Chinese market is just the beginning. Learn how to navigate the complexities of compliance and localization to succeed in this booming market.

How to Ensure Your Mobile App or Game Complies with Chinese Regulations

Oct 2023

An overview of the laws and regulations iOS and Android app developers must follow to publish apps in China.

How To Obtain a Mobile App ICP Filing Number in China

Oct 2023

Learn the steps to acquire an ICP Filing Number for your mobile app and comply with the latest Chinese laws regarding app store submissions.

How To Publish My Game In China

Sep 2023

Publishing a game in mainland China needs a licensed Chinese publisher, an ICP filing, a Software Copyright Certificate and an NPPA ISBN. What each step requires and how long it takes.

Content Restrictions and Requirements For Publishing Games In China

Sep 2023

To successfully publish your game in China and comply with the laws and regulations, we've outlined the essential requirements and provided specific guidance to help you navigate the process.

Mobile App ICP Filing Process Unveiled by Ministry of Industry and Information Technology

Aug 2023

The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology of China requires all mobile apps to have ICP filing, completed by April 2024.

How to register a .cn domain?

Dec 2022

TL;DR This quick guide gives insights into how to get a .cn domain in China.

Trademark registration in China

Dec 2022

TL;DR This 5-step guide gives you an overview of how to do trademark registration in China.

China Commercial ICP License (B25): Who Needs One, and What It Requires

Aug 2022

The commercial ICP licence (B25) is the separate, harder permission needed only if your China site takes payment. Who it applies to, the capital and entity requirements, and how it differs from the ICP filing every China-served site needs.

What It Actually Costs to Host a Website in China (2026)

Jul 2022

To host a legal website in China that complies with Chinese laws, the budget should be between $20,000 and $100,000 or more. Estimates are based on quotations from Alibaba Cloud, local agencies, and web providers in China.

Didi fined $1.2 billion for breaking China Data Security Laws

Jul 2022

China's cybersecurity authority fined ride-hailing giant Didi Global $1.2 billion for breaking China Data Security Laws and protecting personal information.