Indonesia will begin restricting access to social media platforms for users under the age of 16 starting March 28, according to an announcement from the country’s communication and digital affairs ministry.
Communication and Digital Affairs Minister Meutya Hafid said the new regulation will require “high-risk” digital platforms to remove accounts belonging to Indonesian users below the age limit.
The policy will initially apply to major social media and digital platforms including YouTube, TikTok, Facebook, Instagram, Threads, X, Roblox, and Bigo Live.
Authorities said the rollout will be done in phases. Platforms operating in the country will be required to comply with new regulations set by the Indonesian government, though detailed compliance rules have not yet been disclosed.
A spokesperson for Meta told The New York Times that the company has not yet received the official regulation and is waiting for further details.
Indonesia’s move follows similar initiatives in other countries seeking to limit social media use among minors. Australia was among the first to introduce a nationwide restriction, while Spain and Malaysia are also considering comparable policies.
The Indonesian government said the measure is part of broader efforts to regulate online platforms and address concerns about children’s exposure to digital content.
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