Yes, dashcams are legal in Indonesia under specific conditions, but their use is tightly governed by telecommunications and privacy laws. The Ministry of Communication and Informatics (Kominfo) permits dashcams for personal safety, provided they comply with data protection regulations and do not infringe on others’ privacy. Recent draft amendments to the 2026 Electronic Information and Transactions Law (UU ITE) propose stricter penalties for unauthorized recording, signaling heightened scrutiny.
Key Regulations for Dashcams in Indonesia
- Privacy Compliance: Dashcams must not record audio or video of individuals without consent, per Article 26 of UU ITE and Kominfo’s 2023 Peraturan Menteri Komunikasi dan Informatika No. 5/2023 on personal data protection. Violations risk fines up to IDR 12 billion (≈USD 800,000) or imprisonment.
- Data Storage Limits: Recorded footage may only be stored for 30 days unless required for legal disputes, as stipulated in Kominfo’s 2024 Pedoman Pengelolaan Data Elektronik. Unauthorized retention or sharing constitutes a breach of data integrity.
- Public vs. Private Use: Dashcams are prohibited in sensitive areas (e.g., military zones, religious sites) under Peraturan Kapolri No. 5/2021. Commercial use (e.g., ride-hailing) requires explicit licensing from the Ministry of Transportation.
Enforcement remains inconsistent, but Kominfo’s 2025 Digital Ethics Task Force prioritizes investigations into privacy violations. Users should disable recording in private spaces and avoid publishing footage without consent.