Roblox Introduces New Age-Based Accounts and Expanded Parental Controls for Users Under 16

We’re introducing two new age-based accounts for younger users on Roblox: Roblox Kids for users ages 5 to 8 and Roblox Select for users ages 9 to 15*. When they roll out in early Junethese accounts will more closely align content accesscommunication settingsand parental controls with a user’s age. We’re also establishing an ongoing selection process for games available to users under 16.

This update will bring age checksaccount-level defaultscontent ratingsongoing moderationand expanded parental controls together into a unified framework for younger users. Based on our selection criteriawe believe age-checked users under 16 will have access to the vast majority of their favorite games at launch. Age-checked users 16 and older will not see any change to their Roblox experience.

Roblox Kids Accounts (Ages 5–8)

Our age-based account system will automatically assign users ages 5 to 8 (as determined through our global age-check technology or by a verified parent) to a Roblox Kids account. These accounts will be matched to a dynamically updated catalog containing thousands of select games. 

For Roblox Kids accounts:

• Access will be limited to games with a Minimal or Mild content maturity label that have passed our three-step selection process (detailed below).

• All communication is disabled by default.

• The design will include a distinct background color across the app experience to indicate account type.

Roblox Select Accounts (Ages 9–15)

Roblox Select accounts are for users ages 9 to 15as determined through our universal age-check system or by a verified parent. These accounts will be matched to a dynamically updated catalog containing thousands of select games. 

For Roblox Select accounts: 

• Access will be limited to games with content maturity labels up to and including Moderate that have passed our three-step selection process (detailed below).

• Default communications settings will remain unchanged for ages 9 to 15.

• The design will include a distinct visual treatment to indicate account type.

Our global age-based account system will automatically progress users as they age.

• Users will automatically transition from Roblox Kids to Roblox Select accounts when they reach age 9.

• Users will automatically transition from Roblox Select to standard Roblox accounts when they reach age 16.

Users who haven’t yet completed an age check will be limited to games rated Minimal or Mildand all communication will be unavailable. After completing an age checkusers will automatically  move into the appropriate age-based account. 

Continuous Evaluation Process for Dynamic Game Selection

As alwaysall content uploaded to Roblox goes through our existing moderation systemsincluding AI asset scanningongoing user report reviewand multimodal moderation that evaluates scenes in real time for potential policy violations.

For content made available to users under 16we will apply an additional continuous process that dynamically selects games. This process will include developer verificationextended content evaluation and ratingand additional limits on content more suited to older audiences.

Evaluation Criteria

Content will be automatically included in Roblox Kids and Roblox Select accounts once games are evaluated using additional criteria that include:

1. Developer verification: Creators must complete ID verificationenable two-step verificationand maintain an active Roblox Plus subscription.
2. Real-time evaluation: We will analyze how users age 16 and older interact with new games and monitor user reports to assess suitability for younger users.
3. Content maturity rating and default exclusions: We will assign an appropriate content maturity label (MinimalMildor Moderate) for each game. By defaultRoblox Kids and Roblox Select accounts will not include games that feature sensitive issuessocial hangoutsor free-form drawing games.

Transitioning to Global Ratings Framework 

Later this yearwe will start transitioning to the International Age Rating Coalition (IARC) frameworkthe globally recognized standard method for assigning content ratings for digital games and apps. These clearregion-specific ratingssuch as ESRB in the U.S. and PEGI in much of Europe and the U.K.reflect local cultural norms and will help families identify age-appropriate content while further reinforcing our alignment with global safety standards and local regulations. 

Extending Parental Controls

We’re also extending our parental controlswhich allow parents to manage content ratingscommunications settingsand screen-time and spending limits. These tools also transparently show parents which games their child is spending their time in and who their friends are. Under this updateparents will gain one new control and retain access to certain controls until a child turns 16.

• Extending granular game blocking: Parents can block specific individual games through age 15.

• Extending chat management: Parents can manage direct chat settings through age 15.

• New granular game approval: Parents can now approve access to specific games that are not otherwise available under the child’s default account type.

This structure is designed to give parents more precise control over the games and friends their child interacts with. Togetherthese updates are part of our ongoing work to build age-appropriate experiences for all usersapply safety-by-default protections for younger usersand give parents more visibility and control over how their children use Roblox.

As part of our work to become the world’s healthiest platform for users of all ageswe continually invest in safety by design and empower creativity through technology innovation. Our products are thoughtfully designed to cultivate creationconnectionand collaborative playrather than passive consumption. When it comes to safetywe do the right thingincluding proactive filteringage checksparental controlsand providing clear content ratingsbecause the well-being of our community is our highest priority.