Indonesia to ban 'high risk' social media for under-16s

21 hours ago

Indonesia will ban social media for under-16s starting 28 March 2026.
The ban affects platforms like TikTok, Facebook, Instagram, Roblox, YouTube, and X.
The government aims to protect children from risks such as porn, cyberbullying, fraud, and addiction.
Indonesia is the first non-Western country to impose such restrictions.
Other countries like Australia, Spain, France, and Italy have similar bans or plans.
Meta (Facebook, Instagram) supports parental control over teen app usage but warns against pushing teens to unsafe sites.
YouTube emphasizes its commitment to child safety and will review the regulation.
79.5% of Indonesia's population uses the internet, with high usage among Gen Z (12-27 years).
48% of children under 12 have internet access, some using social media platforms.

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