Roblox adds chat filters and parental controls to keep kids safe

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You will learn about new safety updates that help keep your child safe on Roblox and other apps. Chat now blocks bad words and risky links, and improved chat features include real-time chat options that help moderate conversations. New controls let you set play time, require approval for purchases, and limit who can contact your child. The guidance below explains how to protect privacy, report abuse, and work with your child’s school — easy steps you can use right away.

• Stronger chat filters block profanity, links, and requests for personal information

• Faster moderation combines automated checks with human review to handle reports (see recent performance and moderation improvements)

• Parents can set chat limits, block users, limit play time, and control purchases with simple parental tools and tutorials (start safely with easy tutorials)

• Keep apps and devices updated, use strong passwords and two‑factor authentication (2FA)

• Teach kids to block, report, and tell a trusted adult or the school about problems (see guidance on online safety for kids)

Safety updates you should know for your child on Roblox and other apps

Roblox and other platforms have rolled out stronger chat filters, faster moderation, and enhanced parental controls. These changes aim to reduce exposure to harmful content and speed up responses to reports. Read the short facts, then follow the practical steps below. For an overview of Roblox as a platform, see discovering the exciting world of Roblox.

Key changes at a glance

• Chat filters now block profanity, links, and requests for personal information on child accounts (combined with new chat moderation features).

• Moderation uses automated systems first and human reviewers for complex cases to act faster (part of recent platform improvements).

• Parental tools let you limit chat, review reports, and set age‑based rules; helpful step‑by‑step tutorials are available to get started (how to start safely).

• You can now see play time, purchase attempts, and receive alerts for issues — including safer ways to handle in‑game purchases like Robux (safe Robux purchasing and teaching kids about digital money).

• Platforms state they comply with child data rules and update protections regularly — check their privacy policies for details.

What this means for you

The updated tools let you:

• Control who can contact your child

• Block messages containing inappropriate content

• Limit daily play time

• Require a PIN or parental approval for purchases (learn more about safe purchasing and parental approval)

• View reports and act quickly if something goes wrong

How to set safety on Roblox and devices

Follow these basic steps:

• Open your child’s Roblox account settings and confirm the account age and privacy options. For guided help, see step‑by‑step safety tutorials (start safely with tutorials).

• Set the account’s age and restrict who can send messages.

• Turn on purchase approval and require a PIN; teach your child about secure ways to handle Robux and purchases (safe Robux guidance).

• Use your device’s family or child mode to block apps and set time limits.

• Keep the app and device software updated (see recent performance and stability updates).

Settings to check (quick table)

Setting	What it does
Chat filters	Blocks profanity, links, and personal info requests (new chat moderation tools)
Friend messages	Limits who can message your child
Purchase approval	Prevents buys without parental OK (teach kids about digital money)
Screen time limits	Pauses or locks the app when time is up

Privacy and data basics

• Keep your child’s profile private.

• Only accept friends you and your child know.

• Never share full name, school, address, or phone number publicly.

• Review platform privacy settings and data controls and, if desired, manage targeted data through opt‑out preferences.

What to do about cyberbullying

• Teach your child to block and report abusive users.

• Save evidence: screenshots, usernames, timestamps.

• Use the app’s in‑platform report tool immediately; if you need additional help, contact the site or platform support (contact support).

• If there is a real threat, extortion, or stalking, contact local police.

Device and account safety tips

• Turn on automatic updates for apps and the device OS (see the latest update guidance).

• Use strong, unique passwords and consider a password manager.

• Enable two‑factor authentication (2FA) on key accounts.

• Review camera and microphone permissions and restrict as needed.

Work with your child’s school

• Watch for school communications about online safety.

• Ask the school about policies on games and devices.

• Coordinate shared rules for home and school to keep messaging consistent — if you need templates or support, reach out to your school or platform contact (contact).

Quick checklist for action now

• [ ] Turn on parental controls on Roblox and on the device (guided safety steps).

• [ ] Set chat and friend limits.

• [ ] Require approval (PIN) for purchases (teach kids about Robux).

• [ ] Teach your child how to block and report.

• [ ] Enable automatic updates and 2FA.

• [ ] Save evidence if you see abusive behavior.

Conclusion

These updates give parents clearer tools to protect children on Roblox and other apps. Turn on chat filters, check moderation reports, set parental controls, and require purchase approval. Keep privacy settings tight, maintain updates and 2FA, and teach kids to block and report. Safety is like a bike helmet — it helps a lot when you use it every time. Do these small things today.

Want more tips? Visit the RobloxHints homepage for additional guides and resources.