No, using fake names on social media in Thailand violates the Computer Crime Act B.E. 2560 (2017) and Personal Data Protection Act B.E. 2562 (2019), risking fines up to THB 300,000 or imprisonment. The Electronic Transactions Development Agency (ETDA) and Office of the Personal Data Protection Commission (PDPC) enforce these rules, with stricter scrutiny under the 2026 Digital Economy and Society (DES) Act amendments targeting online anonymity abuses.
Key Regulations for Using Fake Names on Social Media in Thailand
- Computer Crime Act (2017): Prohibits impersonation or false identity online under Section 14, criminalizing acts that mislead or harm others. Penalties include imprisonment (up to 3 years) and fines (up to THB 300,000) for offenders.
- Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA, 2019): Mandates accurate representation of identity when processing personal data. Misrepresentation may constitute a breach of Section 5, subject to PDPC investigations and corrective measures.
- DES Act Amendments (2026): Introduces real-name verification requirements for social media platforms with over 1 million users, aligning with ETDA’s 2025 guidelines to curb disinformation and cybercrime. Non-compliance risks platform blocking or service suspension.