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Indonesia Bans Social Media for Under-16s, Warns Tech Giants

4/3/2026

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Indonesia banned social media access for users under 16 on March 28, 2026.
The Communication and Digital Ministry summoned Google and Meta on April 2 for allegedly failing to comply with the ban.
Minister Meutya Hafid warned of sanctions if the companies do not adhere to the regulations.
Indonesia has about 70 million children under 16.

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Story summary

Indonesia banned social media access for users under 16 on March 28, 2026.
The Communication and Digital Ministry summoned Google and Meta on April 2 for allegedly failing to comply with the ban.
Minister Meutya Hafid warned of sanctions if the companies do not adhere to the regulations.
Indonesia has about 70 million children under 16.