How we decided on Roblox

Our safety checks

Roblox fails 3 of our 7 safety checks. We apply the same strict rules to every app and game.

1. Could we confirm every fact?

   ✗ No

   We couldn’t confirm 1 fact below, so it counts as a no. Rule 1

2. Is your child old enough for the official ratings?

   ! Only from 13

   Rated 13+ by ESRB (US), Apple App Store and Common Sense Media. Rule 2

3. Can you stop strangers contacting your child?

   ✓ Yes

   Parents with a linked account can turn chat off or manage direct chat settings until age 16. Rule 3Source

4. Is every risk under control once settings are on?

   ✓ Yes

   No risk stays high once every control is on. Rule 4

5. Is its child-safety record clear?

   ✗ No

   The FTC investigation and Arizona's court action are open as of October 2026, and other state lawsuits continue. Rule 5Source

6. Can you stop all spending?

   ✗ Not confirmed

   Linked parents can set spending limits, but we couldn't confirm from Roblox that the limit can be set to zero. Rule 6Source

7. Is everything checked before children see it?

   ! No

   Anyone can publish a game. PEGI says player-made content can't be rated. So the best we can say is “only with conditions”. Rule 7Source