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By Janice Robinson-Celeste | October 16, 2026

Your child may ask why Roblox wants to check their age before they can chat, or why their account now looks different. Roblox age verification is part of a wider shift toward age-based accounts and tighter default settings, while lawsuits and investigations continue to raise questions about how well platforms protect children.

Quick Review

• Roblox Kids is intended for ages 5 to 8; Roblox Select is for ages 9 to 15.
• Users who have not completed an age check cannot use chat, according to Roblox.
• Kids accounts have tighter communication and content settings by default than Select accounts.
• Link your parent account, review chat and experience settings, and check them again as your child grows.
• Recent lawsuits contain allegations, not court findings that Roblox is liable.

What Roblox Age Verification Means Now

Roblox introduced age checks as a gate for chat and access to age-appropriate features. The company says users can complete an age check through methods that may include facial age estimation or government-issued ID, depending on account and region. Users who have not completed a check may be assigned an account tier based on their self-declared age, but Roblox says those users cannot chat or access the full experience.

The newer Kids and Select accounts were announced in April and became globally available in June, according to Roblox’s rollout announcement. They organize experiences and settings around age. They do not mean every interaction is risk-free, and the exact settings can vary by region.

Roblox Age Verification And Kids Vs. Select Accounts

Roblox Kids, ages 5 to 8: The account is designed with the strictest standard settings. Chat is off by default, and a parent can choose whether to enable available chat features. Roblox says Kids accounts are limited to experiences with Minimal or Mild content maturity ratings.

Roblox Select, ages 9 to 15: Select is intended for older children and younger teens, with access to a broader range of experiences, including some rated Moderate (9+). Chat settings become available gradually as users age, with safeguards and parental controls still in place. Roblox says parents can manage chat settings and block specific experiences for children under 16.

For both account types, check the actual settings on your child’s account rather than relying on the tier name alone. A child’s age, whether age verification is complete, parental account links, and regional availability can affect what they see.

The Lawsuits And Settlements: What Is Known

Recent legal actions make it important to distinguish allegations from established facts. In Florida, the attorney general has sued Roblox, while families have also filed lawsuits involving Roblox and Discord. Those cases allege failures to protect children from harmful contact; they are claims being litigated, not findings of liability. WPBF’s October report describes the cases and the companies’ responses.

San Diego County announced a lawsuit alleging Roblox marketed the platform as safe for children while failing to prevent adults from posing as children and contacting young users. NBC 7 San Diego’s report describes the county’s claims and requested remedies. In Los Angeles County, a judge rejected Roblox’s motion to dismiss the child-safety lawsuit, allowing the case to proceed. That procedural decision does not establish that the allegations are true, as Game Dev Wire reported.

Separately, Roblox has reached agreements with states that include Nevada, Alabama, West Virginia, and Kansas. The agreements describe commitments such as age checks, stronger parental controls, safety awareness campaigns, and additional safety or law-enforcement personnel. For example, Nevada’s attorney general announced a $10 million agreement, and West Virginia’s attorney general described an $11.08 million settlement with safety-related requirements. Kansas settlement coverage reports a commitment exceeding $10 million.

These agreements are not the same as court findings in the pending lawsuits. Internationally, Australia’s online safety regulator also identified child-safety gaps across Roblox and other gaming platforms, according to the BBC’s October 2 coverage. The broader message for families is practical: features and safeguards are evolving, so reviewing settings remains worthwhile.

Age-based defaults can help, but a parent’s regular settings check and a child’s confidence to ask for help remain important safeguards.
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What Parents Can Check And Do

Start with Roblox’s official parental controls guide. Menu labels may change, so use the help page if your app looks different.

1. Link a parent account. In your child’s Roblox account settings, look for Parental Controls or parent-linking options and follow the account verification steps. Linking gives you access to available controls; it does not mean you can see every conversation.
2. Check the age-check status. Review the account’s age and verification status together. Use only the verification flow inside Roblox. Do not send identity documents or face images through a link in a message or to someone claiming to be support.
3. Review who can message. Check chat permissions, friend connections, and any Trusted Friends options. For younger children, consider whether chat needs to be enabled at all. If you enable it, talk through who is appropriate to contact.
4. Compare the account tier with the settings. Kids defaults are more restrictive, with chat off and a narrower content range. Select allows a broader age-appropriate range and gradually changing chat settings. These are defaults, not a substitute for reviewing your own child’s controls.
5. Practice blocking and reporting. Show your child how to block an account and report a message or experience. Let them know they can come to you first, even if they clicked something, replied, or broke a family rule.
6. Set one simple family chat rule. Try: “If someone asks you to keep a conversation secret, move to another app, or share personal details, stop replying and tell me.”

If something upsetting happens, stay calm and listen before making changes. Keep relevant usernames, dates, and messages where safe to do so, report through the platform, and seek appropriate help if there is a threat or immediate danger. SCN’s Parents’ AI Emergency Guide offers practical steps for a range of online incidents.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Roblox Safe For Kids Now?

No platform setting can guarantee a child’s experience will always be safe. Age-based settings can reduce exposure to some features and content, but you should still review controls, keep communication open, and help your child know how to report concerns.

Does Roblox Check Every Player’s Age?

Roblox says age checks are required for chat. A user who has not completed an age check may be placed in an account tier based on their self-declared age, but Roblox says they cannot chat or use the full experience. Check Roblox’s current guidance for available verification options in your region.

What Is The Difference Between Kids And Select Accounts?

Kids is for ages 5 to 8 and has more restrictive default content and communication settings, including chat off by default. Select is for ages 9 to 15, with a broader content range and chat access that changes gradually with age and safeguards. Parents can review and adjust certain settings.

What Should I Do If Something Inappropriate Happens?

Listen without blame, save relevant account details or messages if appropriate, and use Roblox’s reporting and blocking tools. If you believe a child is in immediate danger, contact local emergency services. For serious concerns, consider reporting to the appropriate child-protection or law-enforcement agency.

Stay Informed And Keep Talking

Roblox’s new account tiers give families more age-based settings to review, while legal actions and regulatory scrutiny continue. Take a few minutes to check your child’s account today, then revisit the settings as they grow.

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