Journalism Ethic in Online Media in Indonesia

The rapid development of online media in post-reform Indonesia presents serious challenges in upholding journalistic ethics. This study aims to analyze the implementation of journalistic ethics in Indonesian online media, identify factors influencing ethical violations, evaluate the roles of the Press Council and related institutions, and propose strategies to strengthen ethical journalism. A descriptive qualitative approach through literature review was employed. Findings show that ethical violations such as the use of clickbait, weak verification, and widespread misinformation are prevalent, driven by economic pressures and social media algorithms. Furthermore, the limited capacity of the Press Council to monitor the growing number of online outlets exacerbates the issue. Systemic approaches are needed, including media literacy, regulatory reinforcement, journalist training, and media transparency. This study highlights the importance of collaboration between regulators, media, and the public in fostering ethical and responsible online journalism in the digital era.