** Claude Starts Demanding ID and Banning Russians — Media**
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**Anthropic** has reportedly begun selectively requesting passports, driver's licenses or other forms of identification from Claude users. Using a **VPN** and purchasing a subscription immediately after registration may increase the risk of an account block.
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 Users say that submitting a **Russian passport can result in a ban**. One user reported being blocked despite holding a **permanent residence visa in New Zealand**.
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