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There is no minimum age on Roblox
+ There is no minimum age on Roblox

There is no minimum age on Roblox, but parental controls[https://www.esafety.gov.au/parents/issues-and-advice/parental-controls] are available.

What is Roblox?

Roblox is a game-creation platform that allows you to design your own games and play a wide variety of games created by other users. The platform hosts millions of user-created games and virtual worlds covering a wide variety of genres, from traditional racing and role-playing games to simulations and obstacle courses. Roblox also allows players to buy, sell and create virtual items.

Roblox includes social hangouts and free-form user creation experiences where you can text, voice chat and create with other people in real time.  

By default, users under the age of 13 are not able to play, search for or discover unrated games or participate in social hang outs that allow free-form user creation that is not moderated by Roblox. Parental controls are also enabled by default for all users under the age of 13. 

Website: roblox.comExternal link[https://www.roblox.com/]

Apps: Android appExternal link[https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.roblox.client&hl=e], Apple iOS appExternal link[https://itunes.apple.com/au/app/roblox/id431946152?mt=8]

How do people use Roblox?

Learn more about the benefits and risks associated with how people use online gaming services like Roblox.

Roblox is used for: anonymous communication[https://www.esafety.gov.au/key-issues/esafety-guide/anonymous], gaming[https://www.esafety.gov.au/key-issues/esafety-guide/gaming], in-app purchasing[https://www.esafety.gov.au/key-issues/esafety-guide/in-app-purchasing], messaging/online chat[https://www.esafety.gov.au/key-issues/esafety-guide/messaging-online-chat], online relationships[https://www.esafety.gov.au/key-issues/esafety-guide/online-relationships] and screen capture[https://www.esafety.gov.au/key-topics/online-tools-and-features/screen-capture].

How can you report inappropriate behaviour or block someone?

These links are provided by Roblox:

  • Report abuseExternal link[https://en.help.roblox.com/hc/en-us/articles/203312410]
    How to report any inappropriate behaviour on Roblox.
  • Block another userExternal link[https://en.help.roblox.com/hc/en-us/articles/203314270-How-to-Block-Another-User]
    How to stop someone from contacting you.

How can you protect you or your child's personal information?

These links are provided by Roblox:

  • Turn on safety featuresExternal link[https://en.help.roblox.com/hc/en-us/articles/203313120-Safety-Features-Chat-Privacy-Filtering]
    Learn how to turn off chat and enable privacy features and filtering.
  • Privacy policyExternal link[https://en.help.roblox.com/hc/en-us/articles/115004630823-Roblox-Privacy-and-Cookie-Policy]
    Outlines Roblox's privacy and cookie policy including the information they collect and how they use your data.
  • Ad safety and privacyExternal link[https://corp.roblox.com/safety-civility-resources?section=safety&article=ad-safety-and-privacy]
    Understand the different types of ads on Roblox and how your data is used and shared.

These links are provided by Roblox:

  • Help centreExternal link[https://en.help.roblox.com/hc/en-us]
    Help topics on using Roblox and managing your account.
  • Safety resourcesExternal link[https://corp.roblox.com/safety-civility-resources]
    Safety tips including how to secure your account and other ways to ensure you have a safer experience on Roblox.
  • Discovering suitable contentExternal link[https://corp.roblox.com/safety-civility-resources?section=safety&article=discovering-suitable-content]
    Information on age-verification and experience guidelines that recommend the suitability of experiences on Roblox.
  • Parents, safety and moderationExternal link[https://en.help.roblox.com/hc/en-us/categories/200213830-Parents-Safety-and-Moderation]
    Provides a range of online safety links for parents about using Roblox.
  • FamiliesExternal link[https://corp.roblox.com/families]
    A guide for parents and carers about Roblox.
  • Community rulesExternal link[https://en.help.roblox.com/hc/en-us/articles/203313410-Roblox-Community-Rules]
    The guidelines you are expected to follow when using Roblox.
  • Roblox creator hubExternal link[https://create.roblox.com/]
    A hub for creators to learn how to create and share games and experiences on Roblox.
  • Terms of useExternal link[https://en.help.roblox.com/hc/en-us/articles/115004647846-Roblox-Terms-of-Use]
    The terms you agree to when you use Roblox.

Last updated: 18/12/2024

The eSafety Guide helps you find out how to protect your personal information and report harmful content on common social media, games, apps and sites. Entries are for information only and are not reviews or endorsements by eSafety. Before choosing to use any online service or platform it’s best to:

  • do your own research to understand the risks and benefits
  • check the age rating and requirements
  • consider privacy
  • check the permissions and other settings
  • check the in-app reporting options.

If you are a parent or carer who is deciding whether a child should be allowed to use an online service or platform, you can also:

  • consider your child's readiness for the types of content and experiences they might encounter
  • help them understand what to do if they need help
  • provide ongoing support and monitoring, for example through regular check-ins with your child
  • agree to some rules about use of each service or platform.

To find out more, you can read the App checklist for parentsExternal link, as well as information about parental controls in social media, games and appsExternal link and mental wellbeing resources for familiesExternal link.