ETA: I've got a successful connection in Brisbane, Australia. I'm in the US, so it takes a bit longer to d/l but it works.

Blocking Status of Anna's Archive in the US

Current Situation

Yes, Anna's Archive has been blocked in the United States. This blocking is a result of legal actions taken by publishers against the site, which has led to DNS blocks that prevent access to its domains.

Implications of the Blocking

• Legal Actions: Publishers have successfully pursued legal measures to restrict access to Anna's Archive, citing copyright infringement.
• DNS Blocking: The blocking involves DNS changes that redirect users attempting to access Anna's Archive to a notice page instead of the actual site.

Accessing Anna's Archive

While the site is blocked through standard DNS services, users may still access it by using alternative DNS providers or VPN services that bypass these restrictions.