Starting from September 1, 2025, the occupiers will mandate the installation of the Max messenger from the vk holding on all new smartphones \u2014 not only for russians but also for residents of the temporarily occupied territories (TOT).<\/p>\n
\u25ab\ufe0fTo register, a russian or belarusian phone number is required, and identification is mandatory. The messenger not only collects data (such as IP address, user activity, and location) but also reserves the right to share this data with third parties and government agencies. It has access to the user\u2019s contacts, microphone, camera, and files \u2014 and can transmit this information to the state authorities without a court order.<\/p>\n
\u25ab\ufe0fThe messenger does not use end-to-end encryption, making it a tool for the authorities to increase control over citizens.<\/p>\n
The Center previously reported that Max is mandatory for obtaining e-signature documents for russian state services.<\/p>\n
\u25ab\ufe0fThe aggressor state has banned platforms and messengers such as X, Instagram, and Facebook \u2014 those outside of its control.<\/p>\n
The kremlin is systematically restricts freedom in both russia and the TOT, establishing maximum control under the banner of \u201cdigital sovereignty.\u201d The mandatory use of the \u201csovereign messenger\u201d allows not only to spread war and hatred propaganda more effectively, but also to increase surveillance of the TOT residents to suppress any signs of \u201cdisloyalty\u201d and resistance.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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