Academica: Journal of Multidisciplinary Studies
Vol. 10 No. 1 (2026): January-June 2026

Legal Analysis of Online Zakat Management from a Contemporary Jurisprudence Perspective

Yeti Dewanti (Program Studi Pendidikan Agama Islam, Sekolah Tinggi Ilmu Tarbiyah Al-Quraniyah Manna Bengkulu Selatan)
Sarah Sarah (Program Studi Pendidikan Agama Islam, Sekolah Tinggi Ilmu Tarbiyah Al-Quraniyah Manna Bengkulu Selatan)
Josika Faradelah (Program Studi Pendidikan Agama Islam, Sekolah Tinggi Ilmu Tarbiyah Al-Quraniyah Manna Bengkulu Selatan)
Imeldiah Lestari (Program Studi Pendidikan Agama Islam, Sekolah Tinggi Ilmu Tarbiyah Al-Quraniyah Manna Bengkulu Selatan)
Nadia Anggerini (Program Studi Pendidikan Agama Islam, Sekolah Tinggi Ilmu Tarbiyah Al-Quraniyah Manna Bengkulu Selatan)
Muslihun Andika (Program Studi Pendidikan Agama Islam, Sekolah Tinggi Ilmu Tarbiyah Al-Quraniyah Manna Bengkulu Selatan)



Article Info

Publish Date
29 Jun 2026

Abstract

The digital transformation of zakat management in Indonesia offers immense convenience but raises contemporary Islamic legal issues regarding transaction validity, data security, and institutional accountability. This study aims to analyze the legal framework of online zakat management from a contemporary fiqh perspective. Employing a normative legal research method with a library research approach, this study applies statute and conceptual approaches to evaluate relevant legislation and Islamic principles. Data were collected through systematic documentation and analyzed qualitatively. The findings indicate that online zakat management is fundamentally permissible (mubah) as digital platforms merely act as a means (wasilah) without altering the substantive pillars of zakat. Furthermore, the maqāṣid al-syarī‘ah perspective confirms that digitalization supports public welfare (maslahah) by enhancing accessibility, transparency, and distribution efficiency. However, challenges such as regulatory gaps in national law and cybersecurity risks necessitate adaptive regulations and robust Sharia governance. Ultimately, synergizing contemporary fiqh principles with secure digital infrastructure ensures a sustainable, Sharia-compliant zakat ecosystem that maximizes social justice.

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academica

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Religion Humanities Economics, Econometrics & Finance Education Social Sciences Other

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Academica: Journal of Multidisciplinary Studies is a peer-reviewed multidisciplinary journal published by Universitas Islam Negeri Raden Mas Said Surakarta. First launched in 2017, Academica is issued biannually (January–June and July–December). The journal publishes original research articles ...