It is strictly regulated.
Torrenting itself is not explicitly criminalized in Indonesia, but distributing or downloading copyrighted material via torrents violates Law No. 28 of 2014 on Copyright and Government Regulation No. 82 of 2012 on the Implementation of Electronic Systems and Transactions (PP 82/2012). The Ministry of Communication and Informatics (Kominfo) actively blocks torrent sites under the 2020 Inpres No. 2/2020 directive, citing piracy risks. ISPs face penalties for non-compliance, while users risk fines up to IDR 5 billion (≈USD 320,000) or imprisonment under Article 112 of the Copyright Law. Recent 2026 draft amendments to PP 82/2012 propose stricter monitoring of peer-to-peer networks, signaling heightened enforcement.
Key Regulations for Torrenting in Indonesia
- Copyright Law (No. 28/2014): Criminalizes unauthorized distribution or reproduction of copyrighted works, including torrented content. Penalties include imprisonment (up to 10 years) and fines (up to IDR 5 billion).
- PP 82/2012 & Inpres No. 2/2020: Mandate Kominfo to block torrent sites and require ISPs to filter P2P traffic. Non-compliance risks license revocation or administrative sanctions.
- 2026 Draft Amendments: Propose mandatory real-time monitoring of torrent traffic by ISPs, with penalties for failure to report infringing activity. Public consultation closed in Q1 2025.