Question 1

Is Roblox safe for kids?

Accepted Answer

Roblox can be safe for kids when proper parental controls are in place. The platform has built-in safety features including content maturity ratings, chat restrictions, and spending limits. However, because Roblox is a social platform where players interact with strangers, parental supervision and education are essential — especially for children under 13.

Question 2

What age is Roblox appropriate for?

Accepted Answer

Roblox officially supports users ages 4 and up. In 2026, Roblox introduced age-based accounts: Roblox Kids for ages 5-8 (strict content limits, chat off by default) and Roblox Select for ages 9-15 (moderate content, limited communication). Most child safety experts suggest ages 7+ with parental supervision, and ages 10+ with more independence.

Question 3

Does Roblox have parental controls?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Roblox has built-in parental controls that parents can manage remotely from their own device after linking to their child's account. Controls include content maturity levels, chat settings, screen time limits, spending caps, and friend request permissions. See our device-specific guides for setup instructions.

Question 4

Do I need to create a Roblox account to manage my child's?

Accepted Answer

Yes. You need to create your own free Roblox account and link it to your child's account to access parental controls. Once linked, you can manage all settings from your own device without needing access to your child's phone or console.

Question 5

How do I set up Roblox parental controls?

Accepted Answer

Create a free parent Roblox account, then link it to your child's account via Settings > Parental Controls on their device. After verifying your identity (credit card or ID), you can manage content, chat, screen time, and spending remotely from your own Roblox app. See our guides for iPhone, Android, Xbox, and Windows PC.

Question 6

Can my child bypass Roblox parental controls?

Accepted Answer

Roblox's own controls can sometimes be bypassed, which is why we recommend layering them with device-level controls: Apple Screen Time for iPhone/iPad, Google Family Link for Android, Microsoft Family Safety for Xbox and Windows. Using both layers together is significantly harder to bypass than either alone.

Question 7

Can I limit how long my child plays Roblox each day?

Accepted Answer

Yes. In Roblox Parental Controls, you can set a daily screen time limit. Once the limit is reached, Roblox automatically locks until the next day. For extra reliability, also set limits in your device's built-in controls (Apple Screen Time, Google Family Link, or Microsoft Family Safety).

Question 8

How do I stop my child from spending money on Robux?

Accepted Answer

In Roblox Parental Controls > Spending Controls, set a monthly spending limit of $0 to block all purchases. Enable purchase notifications so you're alerted to any attempts. Also remove saved payment methods from the device itself as a secondary precaution.

Question 9

Can I see what games my child plays on Roblox?

Accepted Answer

Yes. From your linked parent Roblox account, you can view your child's top 20 experiences played in the last week and their total screen time. For more detailed activity monitoring across all apps (including Roblox chat), third-party tools like Bark or Qustodio provide deeper visibility.

Question 10

Can strangers contact my child on Roblox?

Accepted Answer

By default, children under 13 on Roblox are restricted from direct messages — they can only send public broadcast messages in games. However, in-game chat is still visible to other players unless restricted. We recommend setting chat to "Friends Only" for all children under 13, and ensuring your child knows never to share personal information in any chat.

Question 11

How do I turn off chat on Roblox?

Accepted Answer

Go to Roblox Parental Controls (accessible from your linked parent account) > Communication settings. Set "Who can chat with me in game?" to "No one" and "Who can message me?" to "No one." This completely disables all in-game and direct messaging for your child's account.

Question 12

Can Roblox chat be monitored by parents?

Accepted Answer

Roblox does not give parents direct access to read chat messages. You can view your child's friends list and top games played, but not message content. Tools like BrightCanary use on-device keyboard monitoring to capture Roblox chat in real time. Bark monitors Roblox activity and alerts parents to concerning content without showing every message.

Question 13

What should I tell my child about strangers on Roblox?

Accepted Answer

Teach your child these key rules: never share real name, address, school, phone number, or age; never agree to meet someone from online in real life; never share passwords even with "friends"; ignore or block anyone who makes them feel uncomfortable; and always tell a parent if something strange happens in a game. Our free safety quiz covers all these scenarios interactively.

Question 14

Are free Robux websites real?

Accepted Answer

No. There is no legitimate way to get free Robux from third-party websites. Every "free Robux" site, generator, or offer is a scam designed to steal account credentials or install malware. Robux can only be earned legitimately by purchasing it on roblox.com or earning it as a game developer through Roblox's Developer Exchange (DevEx) program.

Question 15

My child's Roblox account was hacked — what do I do?

Accepted Answer

Act immediately: go to roblox.com, click "Forgot Password," and reset the password using the email on file. If the email was also changed, contact Roblox Support at roblox.com/support with proof of account ownership. Enable two-step verification after recovering the account. Change passwords on any other accounts that used the same password.

Question 16

How do I report a player on Roblox?

Accepted Answer

In any Roblox game, click the menu button (☰) and select the player's name, then tap "Report." Outside of games, go to the player's profile page and click the three dots (...) > Report Abuse. Describe the behavior clearly. Roblox reviews all reports, though response times vary.

Question 17

Is the Roblox voice chat feature safe for kids?

Accepted Answer

Roblox's spatial voice chat requires age verification (13+) and is not available to children in Roblox Kids or Roblox Select accounts. If your child is under 16, their account type automatically excludes them from voice chat. For teens 16+, voice chat is opt-in and can be disabled in account settings.

Question 18

How much Roblox screen time is appropriate for kids?

Accepted Answer

Most child health organizations recommend no more than 1-2 hours of recreational screen time per day for school-age children on weekdays, and up to 3 hours on weekends. The key is balance — ensure gaming doesn't displace sleep, homework, outdoor activity, or face-to-face social time. Consistent daily limits work better than inconsistent restrictions.

Question 19

Is Roblox addictive?

Accepted Answer

Roblox, like many games, is designed to be engaging and can become habit-forming for some children. Warning signs of problematic gaming include irritability when asked to stop, lying about play time, neglecting schoolwork or friendships, and gaming as the primary way to cope with stress. If you notice these signs, consider speaking with your child's pediatrician.

Roblox Safety FAQ

Getting Started

Parental Controls

Chat & Strangers

Scams & Safety

Screen Time & Wellbeing