vk.ru operates primarily as a social network, focusing on russian social media. VK (formerly VKontakte) is the largest social network in Russia and the Commonwealth of Independent States. It offers messaging, content sharing, media streaming, and community features, similar to Facebook. It is operated by VK Company Limited.
Beyond its core function, the ecosystem extends into messaging platforms, video streaming, audio streaming, and content publishing, providing a broader range of services.
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vk.ru is a well-established platform operated by VK Company Limited. Top 1,000 global website, 26 years old, high traffic. Standard web safety practices apply.
While vk.ru is an established platform, these capabilities require extra vigilance.
vk.ru allows users to upload and share files. Any file you download was uploaded by another user—not the platform operator. Scan downloads with antivirus software and only download from sources you trust.
vk.ru provides "Sign in with..." authentication for third-party websites. Attackers create fake login pages that look identical to the real one. Always check the URL bar shows the exact correct domain before entering your password.
vk.ru hosts documents and pages shared via links. Because the domain is trusted, links pass through email spam filters easily. Attackers exploit this to host fake invoices, login pages, or malware download prompts.
vk.ru hosts content created by its users, not the platform operator. Individual posts, profiles, or pages may contain scams, misinformation, or phishing attempts that the platform hasn't yet detected or removed.
Remember: The platform itself is established, but even established platforms can be abused.
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{
"domain": "vk.ru",
"state": "developed",
"stability": "permanent",
"confidence": "high",
"category": {
"purpose": "social_network",
"specialization": "Russian Social Media",
"secondary_purposes": [
"messaging",
"video_streaming",
"audio_streaming",
"content_publishing"
]
},
"identity": {
"headline": "Leading Russian social media and online service platform",
"summary": "VK (formerly VKontakte) is the largest social network in Russia and the Commonwealth of Independent States. It offers messaging, content sharing, media streaming, and community features, similar to Facebook.",
"operator": "VK Company Limited",
"parent_entity": null,
"topics": [
"social media",
"russia",
"messaging",
"content sharing",
"online community"
]
},
"functions": {
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"is_file_host": true,
"is_url_shortener": false,
"is_public_idp": true,
"is_crypto_platform": false,
"allows_user_subdomains": false,
"is_form_builder": false,
"is_document_host": true
},
"facts": {
"created_at": "1999-06-18",
"rank": 563,
"hosting_provider": "VKONTAKTE-SPB-AS VKontakte Ltd"
}
}