Why was Roblox banned in Indonesia? Here is Komdigi’s explanation and how children can remain creative without risk!
Source: katadata.co.id
Shocking news has come from the Ministry of Communication and Digital Affairs (Komdigi). On social media, official statements regarding restrictions on access to digital platforms for minors have begun to be widely discussed. Many parents are asking, ‘Is it true that Roblox will be banned?’
Through its official statement, the government has reaffirmed its commitment to protecting children from digital risks. Komdigi stated that starting on 28 March 2026, access to social media (such as TikTok and Instagram) and gaming platforms such as Roblox will be restricted for children under the age of 16. This is because these platforms are classified as high risk in terms of exposure to age-inappropriate content.
Why is the Government Concerned?
We must acknowledge that child safety in the virtual world is a major challenge. As a very popular platform, Roblox does pose risks if used without strict supervision, especially in relation to interactions with strangers or user-generated content that has not been fully filtered. This is what underpins the government’s decisive action to minimise the negative impact on the mental health and safety of our children.
Good News: Roblox Continues to Tighten Security
Despite the blocking issue, it is important for parents to know that globally, Roblox itself continues to make major updates to its security system. Based on information from Internet Matters and The Guardian, Roblox has launched new features to give parents greater control:
- Parental Accounts: Parents can now link their accounts to their children’s accounts to monitor their activities directly.
- Age Restrictions for Children Under 13: Children under the age of 13 are now restricted from accessing chat features outside of the game and are prohibited from entering social hangout categories that are considered less educational.
- Content Maturity Labels: A clearer rating system to ensure children only play content appropriate for their age category.
Don’t Let Children Be Sad, Turn Them Into ‘Creators’
Looking at this issue, we need to see it from a broader perspective. The main problem is not with Roblox itself, but with how children use it. At Timedoor Academy, we help children transition from being passive Players (Users) to productive Creators through Roblox Studio.
Why is learning in Roblox Studio safe and beneficial?
- Productive Platform: Roblox Studio is not a place to play games, but a professional game development tool. To date, there are no regulations prohibiting the use of Roblox Studio because its function is for education and creativity.
- Learning Future Skills: Through our curriculum, children learn programming logic (coding), mathematics, and even English in a very enjoyable way.
- Educational Games: The games we teach at Timedoor Academy focus on educational content, enabling children to build a positive digital world.
Safety Commitment at Timedoor Academy
Parents, don’t worry! At Timedoor Academy, we are fully committed to ensuring the safety and comfort of your children’s learning experience. We prioritise a safe learning environment, especially when teaching coding through Roblox Studio. Here are the concrete steps we take to protect our students:
- Full Supervision: Our main focus is to develop children’s productive skills through coding. Therefore, we will continue to supervise students in using Roblox Studio as long as there is no official ban from the government. This ensures that students’ learning continues to run smoothly.
- Identity Verification: If new regulations require stricter verification, we will ask for your consent as parents to use official IDs. The goal? To ensure that your child’s account remains legal, safe, and fully compliant with government regulations, so you can rest assured while your child creates.
- Total Transparency for Parents: We believe in complete openness. You can always access and check all the details of your child’s activities during class, from coding projects to any interactions.
With this approach, Timedoor Academy is not just a place to learn coding, but also a trusted partner in educating children safely.
Conclusion for Parents Instead of focusing our energy on our children’s disappointment over restricted access to play, let’s encourage them to see new opportunities. Turn their sense of ‘loss’ into motivation to create. With Timedoor Academy, children are no longer just spending time in front of a screen, but are building their own future as technology creators.
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