The Ministry of Communication and Digital Affairs confirmed that Meta has complied with child protection obligations under national regulation, while enforcement actions are being intensified against other digital platforms (09/04).

Minister Meutya Hafid stated that Meta’s compliance provides a concrete example of implementation that directly strengthens child safety in the digital space.

PP TUNAS Requires Platforms to Align With Child Protection Standards

The regulation, Government Regulation No. 17 of 2025 (PP TUNAS), governs electronic system operations to ensure child protection online.

Meta, which operates Instagram, Facebook, and Threads, has set a minimum user age of 16 and adjusted its community policies.

“Today we give appreciation to Meta, which oversees Instagram, Facebook, and Threads, because it has aligned its features and services with Indonesian law,” Meutya said.

Compliance Verified Through Official Review Process

The government verified Meta’s compliance through official submissions from legal representatives and regional public policy leadership.

“We have verified this compliance. This shows that adjustments are not a technical issue, but a matter of platform commitment to protect children and respect national law,” Meutya said.

Authorities stated that these measures are expected to reduce children’s exposure to harmful content, while monitoring and periodic evaluations will continue.

Google Receives Warning Over YouTube Non-Compliance

The government found that Google, through YouTube, had not met PP TUNAS requirements as of April 7, 2026.

“The government has given a red note to Google. There is no sign of compliance in the near future, so we are escalating the process from inspection to sanctions,” Meutya said.

The ministry has issued a warning letter as the initial stage of administrative sanctions.

Government Demands Action Plans From Digital Platforms

The government has requested all digital platforms to submit action plans and risk profile reports within three months.

This step will be used as the basis for further evaluation and determining compliance, marking a shift from advisory measures to enforcement in protecting children in digital spaces.

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