Jakarta, Thekabarnews.com – The Indonesian government will put the Child Protection in Digital Space Regulation (PP Tunas), also known as Government Regulation No. 17/2025, into effect on March 1, 2026. This effort tries to make the internet safer for kids and teens. It requires that users of electronic systems like social media, online gaming, and e-commerce sites be at least a certain age.

President Prabowo Subianto emphasized the government’s dedication to ensuring that Indonesian youth may use technology safely. He said that the policy is a proactive way to protect kids from digital hazards. It allows them to benefit from technological progress.

“The state is present to ensure that every Indonesian child can grow up in a safe and healthy digital environment. The Tunas policy reflects our commitment to protecting children from various digital threats and risks. It ensures they reap the full benefits of technological advancement,” said President Prabowo Subianto.

The government is finalizing enforcement guidelines to ensure adherence to the rules. They have already held public consultations and are now testing the rules in areas where children use them.

Meutya Hafid, the Minister of Communications and Digital, said that the rules will be based on risk. They will give minors aged 13–16 different levels of access based on site risk levels. Furthermore, the law says that platforms cannot profile kids or collect their personal information. If they do, they could face administrative consequences like warnings, fines, and even being blocked from accessing the site.

“Sanctions will be put in place slowly. They will start with written warnings, then fines, and finally access limitations for people who keep breaking the rules,” Meutya said.

PP Tunas was made with input from civil society groups and comments from kids. Andy Ardian, who works for the child protection NGO ECPAT Indonesia, said that the law is better than similar regulations in other countries. It looks at the whole digital environment, not just social media. He said that platforms need to take on more responsibility, especially concerning dangerous online content.

The Indonesian approach is more cautious and considers the situation. In contrast, Australia’s recent modifications to its Online Safety Act set severe age limits on social media. This move was due to worries about the mental health of young people. Indonesia’s plan tries to balance limiting access with ensuring that kids can gain knowledge. It also involves parents and makes sure digital platforms help with oversight.

PP Tunas’s proposed new rules aim to enhance the monitoring of children’s online activities by digital platforms, parents, and schools. As Indonesia gets ready to impose this rule, it wants to make the digital world safer, healthier, and more welcoming for kids. This effort also addresses concerns of data privacy and digital literacy in a time of rapid technological development.

Conclusion

The Child Protection in Digital Space Regulation (PP Tunas) will go into effect in Indonesia in 2026. It would limit how much kids and teens can use social media and other online sites. Based on a risk assessment, the rule would put several levels of access limitations on minors between the ages of 13 and 16.

It will also stop platforms from profiling or collecting personal information from youngsters. The policy aims to make the digital world safer for Indonesian teens. It considers their need for access, data privacy, and digital literacy.