Indonesia to ban under-16s from ‘high-risk’ social media platforms

South China Morning PostCenter-RightEN 1 min read 100% complete by Resty Woro YuniarMarch 6, 2026 at 02:00 PM

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Indonesia will begin restricting access to "high-risk" social media platforms for users under 16, starting March 28. The regulation, announced by Communications and Digital Affairs Minister Meutya Hafid, aims to protect children from online threats such as pornography, cyberbullying, fraud, and addiction. Platforms affected include YouTube, TikTok, Facebook, Instagram, Threads, X, Bigo Live, and Roblox. The government has not yet detailed the full compliance mechanics. This initiative builds upon President Prabowo Subianto's broader child online safety framework launched last year to strengthen digital protections for minors.

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