Indonesia Proposes Social Media Age Restrictions Inspired by Australia

The initiative aims to protect children from harmful content, but experts warn of potential social drawbacks.

Indonesia is considering implementing a minimum age for social media use, following Australia's example of setting the threshold at 16 years old.
The move is driven by concerns over child exposure to inappropriate content, including pornography and online radicalization.
Social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram, which are particularly popular among young Indonesians, could face significant user losses if the restrictions are enacted.
Critics argue that such restrictions might isolate young users, especially women, from online communities that support their identity and resilience.
Australia's similar restrictions have faced enforcement challenges, with many children easily bypassing age verification systems.