It is one of the state's information channels, meant to appeal to a wide audience with varying tastes.

Local state affiliates (GTRKs) broadcast regional programs on Radio Rossii.

In populated areas across Russia, Radio Rossii can be received both on OIRT and the standard FM band on (87.5-108 MHz), and streams are also available via satellite and the internet.

Since 5 April 2022, Radio Rossii broadcasts on mediumwave at 999 kHz, 24 hours a day via a 1000 kW transmitter in Grigoriopol, Transnistria.

This transmitter is easily received in all of Europe, North Africa and parts of Asia.