Roblox will restrict kids under 13 from chatting outside of games
Roblox is starting to roll out some recently-announced child safety features, and the updates include some new limitations for how users under 13 can communicate on the platform. Beginning Monday, users younger than 13 won’t be able to DM players outside of games or experiences on Roblox.
Roblox no longer allows users under 13 to message others outside of games
Roblox is no longer allowing users under the age of 13 to message others outside of games and experiences on the platform.
Roblox to ban young children from messaging others
Parents will also be able to view and manage their child's account, including limiting their screen time.
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The Roblox logo is displayed on a banner, to celebrate the company's IPO, on the front facade of the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) in New York, U.S., March 10, 2021. REUTERS/Brendan McDermid/File photo (Reuters) - Video game maker Roblox said on Monday that it is rolling out safety measures to prevent users under 13 from directly messaging others without parental consent.
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