The Ministry of Digital Development does not plan to introduce…

The Ministry of Digital Development does not plan to introduce restrictions on children's access to social networks.

Consensus

Minцифры has stated that it does not plan to impose restrictions on children's access to social networks.
The proposed measures are part of the second package of anti-fraud measures adopted in June.
Additional protection for children's SIM cards can only be activated at the initiative and with the consent of parents.
The restriction applies specifically to SMS messages, including authentication and identification messages, but excludes those from state information systems like 'Gosuslugi'.
Parents can inform telecom operators that a SIM card is used by a child, enabling protective measures.
The measures aim to reduce risks of fraud, theft of personal data, and social engineering involving minors.

Minцифры will use other mechanisms to control children's internet traffic, focusing on controlling the point of entry via SIM cards. — vm
Operators are concerned that the ban on SMS for children may block access to messengers and social networks. — tg_theinsider
The proposed restriction may apply to all SMS messages for children, including identification and authentication messages from Russian messengers. — tvrain
Minцифры emphasized that the measures are intended to reduce risks of fraud and data theft, and that the protection is optional and parent-initiated. — tg_bazabazon
Minцифры clarified that the measures are not mandatory and are only available upon parental request. — vesti
Minцифры denied any intention to restrict children's access to social networks. — tg_rian_ru
Minцифры proposed a ban on SMS messages to children's SIM cards, including those for online service authorization, which could deprive children of access to messengers and social networks. — tg_varlamov_news
The restriction could significantly complicate access to social networks for children. — tg_tvrain