Maqāṣid al-Sharīʿah in the Digital Era: Challenges in Islamic Family Law and Halal Lifestyle in Indonesia

Background: The rapid expansion of digital technologies has reshaped digital governance in Islamic socio-legal systems, particularly in Islamic family law and halal lifestyle practices in Indonesia. Although maqāṣid al-sharīʿah provides a normative framework for protecting religion (dīn), life (nafs), intellect (ʿaql), wealth (māl), and lineage (nasl), its operationalization within the halal certification system and broader regulatory framework remains underdeveloped in the digital era.

Methods: This study employs a qualitative approach using systematic literature review, doctrinal analysis, and selected case-based illustrations of digital halal platforms and Islamic legal services. Data were analyzed thematically to assess the alignment between digital governance, Islamic family law, and maqāṣid al-sharīʿah principles.

Results: Findings indicate that digital technologies enhance access, efficiency, and transparency in halal lifestyle consumption and Islamic legal services. However, significant gaps remain in the halal certification system, data reliability, and enforcement within existing regulatory frameworks, increasing risks of maqāṣid misalignment.

Discussion: The study demonstrates that current digital governance structures are insufficient to regulate complex Islamic digital ecosystems. Strengthening integration between Islamic family law, halal lifestyle governance, and institutional regulatory mechanisms is essential.

Conclusion: Digital transformation presents both opportunities and challenges for aligning maqāṣid al-sharīʿah with contemporary regulatory frameworks. Effective governance is required to ensure ethical and legal compliance in digital Islamic systems.

Novelty: This study proposes an integrated maqāṣid-based framework linking digital governance, Islamic family law, halal lifestyle, and the halal certification system within an evolving regulatory environment.