Not to be confused with video.
Vidio
OTT platform
ScreenshotScreenshot of Vidio Dot Com.jpg
Language
  • Indonesian
  • English
Language count2
Location cityJakarta
Location countryIndonesia
Country of originIndonesia
Area served
  • Indonesia
  • Worldwide (selected contents)
Ownersee list
FounderAdi Sariaatmadja
Key people
ServicesVideo on demand
ParentElang Mahkota Teknologi
CommercialYes
RegistrationOptional
Current statusActive

PT Vidio Dot Com (Vidio) is an Indonesian over-the-top subscription video on-demand streaming television service that was launched on October 15, 2014. Its offerings include free-to-air and paid live broadcast, films and series, as well as Vidio original programs.[1] Initially owned by Kreatif Media Online, Vidio was acquired by Surya Citra Media, a subsidiary of Emtek.[2][3] In 2022, Vidio was recognized as the largest video-on-demand service provider in Indonesia, surpassing Netflix, Disney+ Hotstar, and Amazon Prime Video.[4]

History

Founded as the Indonesian counterpart of YouTube,[5] Vidio originally consisted mostly of user-generated content and TV content from Emtek's media outlets. In 2015, Vidio had about 3,000 to 4,000 monthly active users.[2][6]

Emtek's total investment in Vidio as of March 2019 reached IDR 240 billion. Surya Citra Media planned to take over Vidio at a price of IDR 115 billion.[7] After producing 3 original series in 2019, Vidio began to release more original series on Vidio Premier, their premium subscription service, dubbed as "Vidio Originals" in 2020. In the same year, Vidio had 40 million active users.[8]

During the COVID-19 pandemic, the platform saw 225% growth and recorded more than 5 million downloads in App Store and Play Store.[9][10]

On 7 November 2021, MNC noticed the removal of all its television channels to Vidio under alleged an carriage dispute when MNC Vision Networks owned Vision+ for RCTI, MNCTV, GTV and iNews.[11]

Vidio is exclusive digital broadcaster of Premier League from 2022–2023 to 2027–2028 season.[12] Most of the big matches were streamed exclusively on the platform with its sister network SCTV and Moji aired the remainders.

After Fox Sports Asia ceased operation in October 2021, Emtek acquired the rights to broadcast Formula One for the remainder of 2021 and 2022 season.[13] The races were broadcast in Champions TV 4 (which was included in Vidio's premium subscription)[14] and FTA terrestrial channel Moji.

Vidio officially held its rights for 2022 FIFA World Cup broadcaster in Qatar, 2023 FIFA U-20 World Cup in Argentina, 2023 FIFA U-17 World Cup in Indonesia and upcoming 2024 FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup would be broadcast.

In May 2025, Vidio introduced the "Vidio Mini Drama" format—short-form mini-dramas spanning just 1–2 minutes per episode, designed to deliver emotionally resonant storytelling with rapid pacing and surprise endings. As of mid-May, the series had accumulated over 8 million views.[15]

In August 2025, Vidio unveiled a new corporate tagline, "Lebih Dari Hiburan" ("More than Entertainment"), to reflect its aim to become not only a streaming platform but also a space for growth and expression for audiences and local creators.[16]

Vidio also launched the "Kompetisi Film Vidio", a short-film competition running from August 14, 2025, to April 30, 2026, designed to support young Indonesian filmmakers through idea development, pitching, mentoring, production funding, and festival exposure.[17]

Ownership

The following is a list of company ownership based on Surya Citra Media's financial statements as of September 30, 2024.[18]

Shareholder namePercentage of ownership (%)
PT Surya Citra Media Tbk79.37%
Other20.63%

References

  1. ^ Maulana, Adhi (September 11, 2015). "Aplikasi Vidio.com Jadi Tempat Baru untuk Nonton Video Seru" [Vidio.com is a new place to watch exciting videos] (in Indonesian). Liputan 6. Archived 17 November 2018 at the Wayback Machine. Retrieved September 6, 2020.
  2. ^ Cosseboom, Leighton (21 May 2015). "Emtek's Vidio wants to be a more social version of YouTube for Indonesians". Tech in Asia. Archived 16 January 2021 at the Wayback Machine. Retrieved 23 August 2025.
  3. ^ Franedya, Roy (May 31, 2019). "Resmi! Pemilik SCTV akuisisi Vidio.com dan Kapanlagi.com dari EMTEK" [Official! SCTV's owner acquires Vidio.com & KapanLagi from Emtek] (in Indonesian). CNBC Indonesia. Archived 16 January 2021 at the Wayback Machine. Retrieved January 15, 2021.
  4. ^ Iskandar (2022-10-03). "Vidio Kalahkan Netflix dan Disney+ di Indonesia, Jadi Raja di Negeri Sendiri" (in Indonesian). Liputan 6. Yuslianson (ed.). Retrieved 2023-01-18.
  5. ^ Mandiri, Ardi (November 14, 2014). "Vidio.com, Youtube-nya Indonesia" [Vidio.com, the Indonesian Youtube] (in Indonesian). Suara. Archived 16 January 2021 at the Wayback Machine. Retrieved January 15, 2021.
  6. ^ Yenny, Yusra (December 9, 2019). "Indonesia's Battle of Video Streaming Platforms". DailySocial. Archived 16 January 2021 at the Wayback Machine. Retrieved January 14, 2021.
  7. ^ Fajrian, Happy (April 8, 2019). "Induk SCTV akan Akuisisi 3 Media Digital, Investor Diminta Tahan Saham" [SCTV's parent company to acquire 3 digital media, investors asked to hold shares] (in Indonesian). Katadata. Archived 16 January 2021 at the Wayback Machine. Retrieved January 14, 2021.
  8. ^ Wardani, Agustin Setyo (January 23, 2020). "Vidio Berkomitmen Rilis 20 Judul Original Series di 2020" [Vidio committed to release 20 original series titles in 2020] (in Indonesian). Liputan 6. Archived 6 April 2020 at the Wayback Machine. Retrieved January 14, 2021.
  9. ^ Farveen, Farzanah (April 23, 2020). "Indonesian streaming platform Vidio records 225% growth amid COVID-19". Marketing Interactive. Archived 2 June 2020 at the Wayback Machine. Retrieved January 14, 2021.
  10. ^ Burhan, Fahmi Ahmad (April 23, 2020). "Saingi IndoXXI, Aplikasi Vidio Diunduh 5 Juta Kali di Tengah Pandemi" [Rivaling IndoXXI, Vidio was downloaded 5 million times amid the pandemic] (in Indonesian). Katadata. Setyowati, Desy (ed.). Archived 16 January 2021 at the Wayback Machine. Retrieved January 14, 2021.
  11. ^ Harnoko, Rizqi Arie (7 November 2021). "RCTI Akan Hengkang dari Vidio Mulai 7 November 2021, Bagaimana Nasib Stasiun TV MNC Group Lainnya?" (in Indonesian). Kabar Besuki. Harnoko, Rizqi Arie (ed.)
  12. ^ dikwhyd (2022-04-05). "Resmi! Liga Premier Inggris Musim 2022 - 2025 Bakal Tayang di Vidio | Vidio" [Official! English Premier League 2022 – 2025 season will air on vidio] (in Indonesian). Vidio Blog. Retrieved 2022-10-29.
  13. ^ "Fox Sports Hilang, F1 Pindah Tayang di Champions TV?" (in id-ID). kumparan. Retrieved 2023-01-18.
  14. ^ vidiodotcom (2022-03-15). "Langganan Vidio Premier Platinum + Formula 1 di IndiHome Murah!" (in Indonesian). Vidio Blog. Retrieved 2023-01-18.
  15. ^ "Vidio Luncurkan Vidio Mini Drama: Hiburan Singkat, Sat-set, Menggigit" (in Indonesian). Liputan6.com. 2025-05-23. Retrieved 3 September 2025.
  16. ^ "Vidio Kenalkan Tagline Anyar 'Lebih Dari Hiburan' lewat Kompetisi Film" (in Indonesian). CXO Media. 2025-08-20. Retrieved 3 September 2025.
  17. ^ "Vidio Kenalkan Tagline Anyar 'Lebih Dari Hiburan' lewat Kompetisi Film" (in Indonesian). CXO Media. 2025-08-20. Retrieved 3 September 2025.
  18. ^ "Laporan Keuangan Surya Citra Media (IDX:SCMA) Q3 2024" (in Indonesian). Indonesia Stock Exchange. Retrieved 15 November 2024.