BPS Reaffirms Guarantee of Economic Census Data Secrecy, Urges Public Not to Worry

The Central Statistics Agency (BPS) of Indonesia has moved to reassure the public about the security of information gathered during the 2026 Economic Census. BPS head Amalia Adininggar Widyasanti explicitly stated that all data provided by citizens will be kept confidential and emphasized that the census is entirely separate from tax collection efforts.

"Don't worry, we will guard the confidentiality of the data, and we also guarantee that this has nothing to do with taxation," Widyasanti announced on Friday after participating in the census herself at the residence of the Speaker of the People's Consultative Assembly, Ahmad Muzani.

Widyasanti urged all eligible citizens who have not yet participated to do so promptly. She also encouraged them to remind family, friends, and colleagues to also take part. The agency stresses that widespread public participation is crucial for generating accurate data that reflects the true state of the nation's economic activities.

To accommodate varying preferences, BPS is providing multiple ways for individuals to submit their information. Citizens can opt for a direct interview with a census officer or choose to complete an online questionnaire independently. This flexibility aims to ensure maximum participation and convenience for the public.

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Don't worry, we will guard the confidentiality of the data, and we also guarantee that this has nothing to do with taxation.