Indonesia to ban social media and other online platforms for under 16s
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Indonesia will ban social media and other online platforms for users under 16, starting March 28, to protect young people from online abuse. The ban, announced by the communications minister, will initially target platforms like YouTube, TikTok, Facebook, Instagram, Threads, X, Bigo Live, and Roblox. The government cites concerns about exposure to pornography, cyberbullying, online scams, and addiction as reasons for the restrictions. While some parents support the move, believing it will ease their worries, others, including teenagers, suggest alternative approaches like providing engaging, age-appropriate content. A UNICEF report indicated that many Indonesian children have been exposed to sexual images on social media.
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