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Character.AI restricts Russian users, removes under-18 chat features

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Character.AI is implementing new restrictions for its Russian users, including payment issues with its premium subscription due to Stripe's inability to process Russian cards. Additionally, the platform has removed open-ended chat features for users under 18, a move that began with gradual hour reductions before a complete removal. This decision by CEO Karanjip Anand is expected to lead to further user attrition, despite previous safety measures already impacting the younger demographic. Independent assessments have raised concerns about the effectiveness of Character.AI's age verification methods, suggesting they are easily bypassed and may not adequately protect minors. AI

IMPACT New restrictions on Character.AI may impact user engagement and highlight ongoing challenges in AI safety for minors.

RANK_REASON The article discusses changes to an existing product's features and access policies, rather than a new release or significant industry-wide event.

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  1. dev.to — LLM tag TIER_1 Русский(RU) · Promptra Team ·

    Character.AI from Russia in 2026: website open without VPN, and then the forks begin

    <p>Регистрация в character.ai из России занимает минуту, оплата подписки — уже нет, а тот, кому нет 18, за последние месяцы лишился открытых диалогов с персонажами.</p> <h2> Что видно с порога </h2> <p>Сайт и приложения Character.AI открываются в России напрямую, без VPN и призна…

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