Roblox launches new age-checked accounts for kids and teen users: Here’s what to know
Indian Express·2h ago·Hope
What Happened
Roblox launched age-checked account types on April 13 for children under 9 and teens aged 9-15, automatically applying safety protections. Roblox Kids accounts limit access to screened games for ages 5-8, while Roblox Select serves ages 9-15 with moderated chat. The platform uses facial age estimation or ID verification for age-checking. Global rollout begins June 2026. Parents can block specific games and correct age information.
Key Entities
RobloxRoblox KidsRoblox Selectage-checking technologyfacial age estimationID verificationparental controlschild safety