ACT Government to restrict use of TikTok on government-issued devices


Released 05/04/2023 - Joint media release

The ACT Government has agreed to an administrative ban on the installation of TikTok on ACT Government-issued devices following advice from the Commonwealth Government on security concerns with the social media platform.

A Security and Emergency Management Cabinet meeting was held today and following consideration of the matter, the Territory Government recognised the benefit of national consistency in matters related to cybersecurity and the protection of Government data.

The ban will take effect immediately, following a message that was sent to all ACTPS employees this afternoon.

At this point in time, the ban will not extend to the installation of TikTok on the personal devices of employees who also use these devices as part of their work with ACT Government.

ACTPS staff will receive information and support on how to remove TikTok from any government issued devices, and policies will be updated to reflect the ban.

Staff will also continue to receive education on appropriate use of personal devices within the workplace.

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