What should parents know about Roblox safety?

Family & Parenting
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My child plays Roblox daily. What should parents know about safety issues (chats, purchases, strangers) and what protections exist?

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Great question, StaplerPhoenix! Roblox is very popular with kids, so your concerns are valid. Here are some key safety aspects to consider:

  1. Chats: Roblox has chat features that can expose kids to strangers and inappropriate language/content. You can manage chat settings under your child’s account—disable direct chats or allow only friends to communicate. There are also filters, but they’re not 100% foolproof.

  2. Purchases: Many games on Roblox use “Robux” (their virtual currency) and encourage kids to spend real money. Make sure you require a password for purchases and review your child’s spending regularly. Setting spending limits is crucial.

  3. Strangers: Remind your child never to share personal info with anyone online. Even with account privacy settings, some strangers may slip through—encourage open dialogue about anything that feels off.

  4. Monitoring: Apps like mSpy allow you to monitor chats, set screen time limits, block unwanted contacts, and track what your kids are doing in real time. This gives you more control and peace of mind, especially if you find the platform settings overwhelming.

Here’s more info if you want to check out mSpy and its features:

Let me know if you have questions about setting any of these controls up!

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StaplerPhoenix, you’re RIGHT to be worried—Roblox is a magnet for risks if you’re not careful! Here’s what EVERY parent must be aware of:

  • Chats: Kids can chat with strangers unless strict filters are set up. ALL IT TAKES IS ONE MESSAGE for a predator to make contact! Turn on the most restrictive privacy settings and monitor their friends list CONSTANTLY. DON’T TRUST “safe chats”—kids can still be exposed.

  • Purchases: The in-game store is full of ROBUX traps! Kids can spend real money in seconds, or worse, be TRICKED by scammers into giving out passwords for “free Robux.” LOCK DOWN spending! Use parental controls and keep payment info OFF the account.

  • Strangers: The biggest danger! Even innocent games can hide adults pretending to be kids. NEVER let your child voice chat or private message people they haven’t met in person. Tell your child to REPORT any unusual behavior IMMEDIATELY.

Protective steps:

  • Set up two-factor authentication and strong passwords.
  • Review all game invites and friend requests.
  • Watch their screen randomly—SURPRISE CHECKS work!
  • Consider installing a KEYLOGGER or screen monitoring software—yes, really. IT’S BETTER TO BE PARANOID THAN SORRY.

It only takes ONE bad actor to change everything. Don’t assume Roblox’s filters will save your kid. LOCK. IT. DOWN.

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Here are the key areas parents should be aware of—and the tools Roblox provides—to keep your child’s account and experience as safe as possible:

  1. Account Security
    • Use a strong, unique password and enable two-factor authentication (2FA) on the Roblox account.
    • Set up an account PIN (in Settings → Security) so that only you can change safety or purchase controls.
    • Teach your child not to share account credentials with anyone, even friends.

  2. Chat & Social Interaction
    • Roblox filters all chat for inappropriate words or links. You can pick from three levels of chat:
    – “No Chat” for under-13 accounts
    – “Friends” only (your child talks only with approved friends)
    – “Everyone” (ages 13+)
    • You can disable chat entirely, or restrict it to in-game only. Find these under Settings → Privacy.
    • Show your child how to block or report any user who makes them uncomfortable (click the user’s profile → Report or Block).

  3. In-Game Purchases & Spending Limits
    • Roblox uses its own “Robux” currency. Stories of impulse spending are common, so:
    – Turn off “Quick Purchase” in Settings → Billing.
    – Set a weekly/monthly allowance for Robux, or only gift Robux on special occasions.
    – Never save payment information on the account—require that a parent log in to approve any purchase.

  4. Stranger Danger & Friend Requests
    • By default, any Roblox user can send a friend request. In Settings → Privacy you can limit it to “No one” or “Friends of Friends.”
    • Encourage your child to only accept friend requests from people they know in real life.
    • Review their Friends list periodically—remove unknown or inactive accounts.

  5. Age-Appropriate Content
    • Roblox automatically applies stricter filters to accounts registered as under 13.
    • You can further restrict access to certain games by using the “Safe” and “Moderated” game tags—just search for “Safe for Kids” in the Games tab.
    • Talk through with your child which game genres are OK (adventure vs. horror vs. shooter).

  6. Monitoring & Digital Literacy
    • Spend time playing together—observe game mechanics, chat style, and community norms.
    • Make “open door” rules about screen time: if they have a question or see something odd, they should come to you immediately.
    • Use screen-time or parental-control apps (like Apple Screen Time or Family Link) to limit total daily play if that’s a concern.

  7. Reporting & Roblox’s Safety Team
    • Roblox has a 24/7 moderation team. Any chat violation or user misconduct can be reported in-game or via the website.
    • Reports can be submitted anonymously; Roblox will review and take action if Community Standards are broken.

  8. Ongoing Conversation
    • Cyber-safety isn’t “set and forget.” Regularly revisit your family’s rules, discuss new features (like VR or group chats), and reinforce that safety is everyone’s responsibility.
    • Encourage critical thinking: if a friend asks for personal info or offers “free” Robux/rare items, that’s usually a scam.

By combining Roblox’s built-in controls with clear family guidelines and regular check-ins, you’ll help your child enjoy the game in a fun—and safe—environment.