Indonesia’s Online Gambling Transaction Volume Drops to $9.2 Billion

The Indonesian Financial Transaction Reports and Analysis Center (PPATK) released data on transaction volumes and the active audience in the local iGaming sector for the first nine months of 2025.

Decline in Transaction Volume and Active Users

$9.2 billion — the transaction volume for the first nine months of 2025, down 57% compared to the full year of 2024.

3.1 million — the number of active players during the same period, a 68% decrease from 2024.

The Government’s Role in Reducing Transactions

The Minister of Communication and Digital Technology linked the decline to active site blockages and financial monitoring. PPATK automatically suspends welfare payments to low-income families when transactions are detected in favor of iGaming operators.

According to the Minister, the drop in transactions reflects the government’s comprehensive measures to protect society from the social and economic impacts of online gambling. The government actively enforces access restrictions on gambling content and websites, while responding to citizen reports and complaints to maintain a safe digital environment.

PPATK Data as an Indicator of Effectiveness

The data released by PPATK serve as a reliable indicator of the effectiveness of measures to curb online gambling in Indonesia. The Minister emphasized that these figures demonstrate the success of monitoring content, infrastructure, and the financial flows of iGaming operators.

Decrease in Player Numbers

According to PPATK, the number of players fell from 9.7 million in 2024 to 3.1 million in 2025, confirming a significant drop in activity within the online gambling market.

Ongoing Oversight Measures

The Indonesian government does not plan to stop there. Monitoring and blockages will continue to limit the operations of gambling providers, including control over content, digital infrastructure, and financial flows.