 Marketplaces Forced into Registry: What Changes from October 1, 2026 The government has approved the procedure for maintaining a register of intermediary digital platforms (Resolution No. 504). From October 1, 2026, all marketplaces, food delivery services, taxis, and online service platforms must be included in it. The Ministry of Economic Development will maintain the register. What does this mean for businesses? For sellers and partners of marketplaces — platforms are now required to disclose data about their activities. This reduces the risk of unilateral blocking and arbitrary changes in terms. For platform owners — inclusion in the register becomes a mandatory condition for operation. An application can be submitted independently or based on data from government agencies. It will be necessary to disclose information about turnover, number of sellers, tariffs, and moderation rules. VAT and taxes — the law also clarifies the tax obligations of platforms. If a marketplace is recognized as an intermediary rather than a seller, this affects the procedure for calculating VAT. Key dates: • September 1, 2026 — number portability between operators across Russia will begin • October 1, 2026 — launch of the digital platform register • July 1, 2026 — restriction on purchases of imported mining equipment Lawyer's opinion: the register is a double-edged sword. On one hand, it forces marketplaces to work more transparently. On the other, it adds administrative burden. For small and medium-sized businesses operating through platforms, the main advantage is the ability to challenge blocking or tariff changes through the regulator. I recommend that sellers already check their contracts with marketplaces for compliance with the new requirements. #marketplaces #register #lawyer #law #ASIBiont