Komdigi Actions Hornet App, Request to Remove from App Store and Play Store
Komdigi’s action against the Hornet platform
The Ministry of Communications and Digital (Komdigi) has taken steps related to the Hornet platform after receiving reports from the public highlighting the linkage of the service with the LGBTIQ+ campaign which is considered not in line with the norms and rules that apply in Indonesia. This step is carried out as part of the government’s efforts to ensure the compliance of every digital platform operating in the jurisdiction of Indonesia.
The Director General of Digital Space Supervision of the Ministry of Communications and Digital, Alexander Sabar, explained that public reports are one of the basic concerns of the government in supervising the Hornet platform. According to him, the complaint reflects the importance of maintaining the values, norms, and legal provisions that must be respected by all platforms.
“Komdigi received complaints from the public regarding the linkage of the Hornet platform with the LGBTIQ+ campaign. This is a concern because there are values, norms and legal provisions that must be respected by every platform operating in Indonesia,” Alexander said in an official statement.
Compliance problems that arise
However, according to Alexander, the problems found on the Hornet are not only related to content. The government also highlighted the fact that the platform never registered itself as an Electronic System Operator (PSE) in Indonesia. This is a major issue in terms of compliance with applicable regulations.
“From the start, Hornet never registered as a PSE in Indonesia. This is a compliance issue that we must follow up in accordance with the applicable regulations,” said Alexander.
Based on this problem, Komdigi has coordinated with application store providers such as Apple through the App Store and Google through the Play Store to delete or delist the Hornet application from user access in Indonesia.
“We have asked the App Store and Play Store so that the application is immediately delisted. This is part of the enforcement of the rules against platforms that do not fulfill their obligations in Indonesia,” he said.
responsibility of all digital platforms
Alexander emphasized that all digital platforms that provide services for the Indonesian people have an obligation to obey national laws. This provision applies to all platforms regardless of country of origin, company scale, or number of users.
In addition to Hornet, Komdigi also stated that he would process other applications that provide similar services. This statement shows the government’s commitment to maintaining the security and compliance of the digital ecosystem in Indonesia.
“Indonesia’s digital space is not a space without rules. Every platform operating in Indonesia must comply with the provisions of Indonesian law,” said Alexander.
wider supervision
He explained that supervision of digital space is not only limited to material or content circulating on the internet. The government also pays attention to platform operator compliance with various legal obligations and electronic system governance.
Alexander emphasized that Komdigi will continue to follow up on every report and complaint received from the public. In the process, the government will also coordinate with a number of parties, including application store providers, to ensure that the digital ecosystem in Indonesia runs in accordance with national regulations.
“The principle is simple, anyone who wants to provide digital services for the people of Indonesia must be present in a responsible manner and comply with the applicable rules,” said Alexander.
