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OCT 3 2024

Roblox Parent’s Guide: How to Keep Your Child Safe

If you’re a parent of a gamer, chances are you’ve heard about Roblox – the virtual playground loved by millions of players everywhere. Young gamers are spending hours building worlds, and letting their creativity run wild! Players can join a wide range of experiences, from adventurous quests and intense combat to role-playing and more, all while chatting with friends along the way, building creativity and community. You may be asking yourself: “Is Roblox safe for my child?” While it’s great to see them so engaged, it’s also crucial for parents to keep an eye on Roblox game safety. In this article, we’ll share some practical tips to help make your child’s Roblox experience is both fun and safe. Giving you peace of mind and them the freedom to game on!

Safety Settings & Parental Controls in Roblox Explained

Look, we know. At a glance Roblox can be wildly confusing, especially for parents. While we’ve already covered what the game’s virtual currency, Robux are and how to buy them, there’s a lot more to dive into—like security. While the bulk of the game features mild cartoonish action, Roblox makes its best effort to keep everything stay playful and safe for young players. However, for an extra layer of safety, parents can limit chat options and control which experiences their children can explore, keeping the fun worry-free.

A screen from Roblox showing a shopping mall and a few characters from the game.

What Happens When You Enable Account Restrictions in Roblox?

When you enable Account Restrictions in Roblox, the system blocks anyone outside of your child’s Contacts from sending messages or chatting, whether in the app or during gameplay. Plus, turning on Account Restrictions also limits access to only age-appropriate experiences, ensuring a safer and more controlled environment for your child.

How to enable Account Restrictions in Roblox?

On a PC

  1. Log into the account.

  2. Click the gear icon in the upper-right corner.

  3. Select “Settings”.

  4. Click “Privacy option”.

  5. Press the toggle button to turn on Account Restrictions.

  6. Done! You will see the notification: "Account Restrictions is currently enabled".

On a Mobile Device

  1. Log into the account.

  2. Click the three dots in the lower-right corner.

  3. Click “Settings”.

  4. Select “Privacy” in the menu.

  5. In the Account Restrictions section, press the toggle button.

  6. Turn on Account Restrictions. You will see the message: "Account Restrictions is currently enabled".

Tips For Parents To Keep Their children Safe Playing Roblox

A person holding a phone with Roblox home page displayed on the screen.

Parent's Guide to Roblox Safety Settings

Keeping your children safe online can be a challenge at times. That’s why we’ve put together a quick and easy guide on Roblox safety to help you protect your little gamers while they enjoy this and other popular games. Your peace of mind and their security? We've got you covered!

  • Activate in-game parental controls to boost safety while your children enjoy the game.

  • Teach your children how to use tools like block or mute, and encourage them to set healthy boundaries.

  • Stay in the loop! Regularly check in with your little ones about their online lives and the friends they’ve met through gaming.

  • Show you care—take an interest in their favorite games and passions!

  • Keep an eye on what they’re playing. Most modern titles have age ratings or guides to help ensure responsible gaming.

  • Don’t forget about physical activity. Set clear, healthy screen time limits with your children, balancing gaming with offline fun.

  • Set financial spending limits to help manage your budget and teach your children about responsible in-game spending. One effective approach is to use Roblox Gift Cards as a substitute for a monthly allowance. This way, they learn to manage their in-game purchases while staying within set limits, keeping your wallet safe.

Safe Gaming with Roblox

Roblox can be a fun and creative platform for children, but it’s crucial to teach them about online safety. By using in-game parental controls, communicating, and educating your little one about various risks, you can be sure that their Roblox experience will be both fun and safe. Hopefully this article helped you to better understand the topic. Now it’s time for your child to go out there and conquer the Roblox world!

Alicja Klos
Written by Alicja Klos