Russia: Federal Law banning on advertising on information resources whose activities are recognised as undesirable (Law No. 72-FZ) enters into force

On 1 September 2025, the Federal Law banning on advertising on information resources whose activities are recognised as undesirable (Law No. 72-FZ) enters into force. The Law prohibits the distribution of advertisements on websites of organisations deemed extremist or undesirable by a legal verdict. Advertisers and distributors associated with these entities will face fines of up to RUB 500'000 for violations. The Law also modified the advertising legislation, reducing the retention duration for online advertising data from five to three years.