Roblox has been under fire in recent years for not having strict safety measures in place for children using the platform. Concerns have been raised about children being exposed to inappropriate content and potentially dangerous situations while using the gaming platform.
In response to these concerns, Roblox has announced new safety measures aimed at protecting users under the age of 13. Moving forward, children aged 12 and younger will no longer have access to unrated experiences on the platform. This means that they will be restricted from social hangouts and experiences that involve free-form 2D user creation, both of which have been identified as potential risks for children.
Creators on Roblox will now be required to fill out a questionnaire if they want their experience to be available to kids under 13. They must ensure that their content is appropriate for either an “All Ages” or “9+” audience, with certain restrictions in place. For example, gambling content will not be permitted for children under 13.
These new safety measures are set to go into effect next year, with creators needing to submit their questionnaires by December 3. Users under the age of 13 will also be banned from social hangouts and experiences involving free-form 2D user creation starting on November 18.
Despite these restrictions, Roblox is still providing a variety of experiences that are suitable for younger users. Role-playing experiences, approved 3D assets, and interactive activities are all still accessible to children under 13. These experiences allow kids to engage in creative play and interact with others in a safe environment.
In addition to these new safety measures, Roblox has also implemented changes requiring users under 13 to obtain parental permission for certain chat functions. Players under 9 years old must have parental approval to access experiences with moderate content labels. Furthermore, the platform is testing an age-verification feature that will require users over 13 to verify their age with a government-issued ID.
Overall, these safety initiatives demonstrate Roblox’s commitment to creating a safer environment for young users on the platform. By restricting access to certain content and implementing stricter guidelines for creators, Roblox is taking proactive steps to protect children from potential risks while using the platform.
