Indonesia Implements Social Media Prohibition for Under-16s on Key Platforms
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Indonesia Bans Social Media for Under-16s to Combat Online Risks
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Storyboard•28-03-2026, 12:08
Indonesia Bans Social Media for Under-16s to Combat Online Risks
•Indonesia implements new regulation prohibiting children under 16 from accessing major digital platforms due to risks like pornography, cyberbullying, and addiction.
•This makes Indonesia the first Southeast Asian country to ban minors from platforms including YouTube, TikTok, Facebook, Instagram, and X.
•The regulation aims to protect around 70 million children, with enforcement to be carried out in phases until all platforms comply.
•Public response is mixed; some parents support the move to restore balance, while children express concerns about losing entertainment and social interaction.
•The policy aligns with a global trend, as countries like Australia, Spain, France, and the UK consider similar measures to restrict children's social media access.
