Roblox Boosts Safety with New Parental Controls

Roblox has introduced enhanced parental controls aimed at bolstering child safety on its platform, in response to previous criticisms regarding exposure to inappropriate content. New features allow parents to block specific games and friends, provide insights into their child’s most-played experiences, and require parents to link and verify their accounts for full control. The enhancements include an open-source voice safety classifier to identify toxic voice chats, reflecting Roblox's commitment to user safety. These updates are part of a broader effort to make Roblox a safer platform for children under 13. Regulatory bodies like Ofcom emphasize that more measures are needed to ensure comprehensive online protection for young users, while safety advocacy groups support the balance between safety and enjoyable gaming experiences.