Roblox Safety Guide
A comprehensive guide to keeping your children safe while they explore, create, and play on Roblox. Essential information for parents and guardians.
Essential Safety Tips
Set Up Parental Controls
Configure account restrictions, chat settings, and spending limits
Monitor Friend Requests
Review and approve friend requests and social interactions
Regular Account Reviews
Check game history, chat logs, and account activity regularly
Report Inappropriate Content
Know how to report and block users who violate community guidelines
Age-Specific Safety Guidelines
Under 9 Years
Safety Recommendations:
- Use restricted chat settings
- Disable direct messaging
- Play only with known friends
- Supervise all gaming sessions
Recommended Game Types:
9-12 Years
Safety Recommendations:
- Enable filtered chat only
- Review friend requests together
- Set time limits for gaming
- Discuss online safety regularly
Recommended Game Types:
13+ Years
Safety Recommendations:
- Gradually increase freedoms
- Maintain open communication
- Monitor spending and trades
- Discuss digital citizenship
Recommended Game Types:
Quick Safety Setup (5 Minutes)
Immediate Actions:
- 1Enable Account Restrictions
Go to Settings → Privacy → Account Restrictions
- 2Set Chat to Friends Only
Limit communication to approved friends
- 3Disable Direct Messages
Prevent private messaging from strangers
- 4Set Spending Limits
Control Robux purchases and trades
Ongoing Monitoring:
- Weekly Account Reviews
Check friends, games, and activity
- Play Together
Experience games with your child
- Open Communication
Discuss online experiences regularly
- Use Game Intelligence
Check safety ratings before allowing new games
Warning Signs to Watch For
Behavioral Changes:
- • Secretive about online activities
- • Emotional distress after gaming
- • Reluctance to discuss Roblox friends
- • Unexpected gifts or Robux
Account Activity:
- • Unknown friends or followers
- • Inappropriate messages or content
- • Unusual spending patterns
- • Games with concerning themes
If you notice any of these signs, immediately review your child's account, adjust privacy settings, and have an open conversation about their online experiences.
Additional Safety Resources
Explore more guides and tools to keep your family safe while enjoying Roblox.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I set up parental controls on Roblox?
Go to Account Settings > Privacy, then configure chat settings, contact settings, and other privacy options. You can restrict who can message your child, send friend requests, and invite them to private servers.
What should I do if my child encounters inappropriate content?
Immediately report the content using Roblox's reporting system, block the user involved, and discuss the incident with your child. Consider adjusting privacy settings to be more restrictive.
How can I monitor my child's Roblox activity?
Regularly check their friends list, recent games played, and chat history. Consider playing together to understand the games they enjoy and the communities they interact with.
Are Robux purchases safe for children?
Set up spending limits and require approval for purchases. Teach children about the value of virtual currency and establish clear rules about spending. Consider using Roblox gift cards instead of linking credit cards.
How do I know if a game is appropriate for my child?
Use our Game Intelligence ratings which analyze games for safety, educational value, and age-appropriateness. Look for games with high safety scores and positive community feedback.
Related Content
Parental Controls Setup Guide
Step-by-step instructions for configuring Roblox parental controls
Game Intelligence Ratings
Understanding our AI-powered game safety and quality ratings
Community Guidelines
Roblox community guidelines and digital citizenship
Getting Started Guide
Complete beginner's guide to Roblox for new families