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06.11.2025
MAX expands its reach: the messenger is now available for communication in the CIS countries.

In addition to citizens of Russia and Belarus, users from the following countries can now join the platform:
• Azerbaijan
• Armenia
• Kazakhstan
• Kyrgyzstan
• Moldova
• Tajikistan
• Uzbekistan

How to register with MAX?

1. Download the app
2. Select your country and enter your phone number
3. Confirm your registration with a code sent via SMS
4. Agree to sync your contacts

How to start a conversation?

1. Add your contact's phone numbers to your contact list
2. If you haven't added the contact yet, send them an invitation link to start a conversation
3. For additional account security, enable two-factor authentication in the "Privacy" section of your profile

MAX explained:

"Adding your contact's phone number to your contact list is a necessary step to maintain a secure and trusted communication format in Max. This will allow us to continue to effectively combat fraud, prevent spam, and provide additional protection for user data."

What can MAX do?
MAX is a digital platform from VK with a wide range of features:
• audio and video calls
• chats and voice messages
• sending large files
• money transfers
• information channels (in test mode)
• business services in the form of mini apps and chatbots.

MAX is available in mobile, desktop, and web versions, and RCC Executive Committee staff are now also available in MAX.

Illustration: Max / VK

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