On 27 March 2025, the Indonesian government enacted a comprehensive online child protection regulation (“Regulation“) that digital platforms should be aware of.[1] This Regulation, stemming from Articles 16A and 16B of the EIT Law[2] (as previously discussed in our earlier client update, accessible here), introduces a range of important obligations designed to create a safer online environment for children.
This client alert will explore the essential obligations of this new Regulation. We will discuss the scope of its application, the critical process of risk assessment, and the strong emphasis on obtaining parental consent and implementing high privacy by default. We will also examine the specific requirements around minimum age disclosure, age verification processes, and the implementation of age-appropriate access and account management. Ensuring service information is easily understandable and accessible is another key aspect, as well as the responsibility for third-party compliance and the clear prohibition of harmful online practices. Lastly, we will outline the transition timeline and the potential sanctions for failing to comply.
For more information, click here to read the full Legal Update.
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[1] Government Regulation No. 17 of 2025 on Governance of Electronic System Implementation in Child Protection (Tata Kelola Penyelenggaraan Sistem Elektronik Dalam Pelindungan Anak).
[2] Law No. 11 of 2008 on Electronic Information and Transaction Law, as lastly amended by Law No. 1 of 2024.
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