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Roblox adds safety measures to ban kids under 13 from social spaces and other experiences
Throughout the years, several reports have accused Roblox, the popular gaming platform aimed at preteens, of lacking strict safety protocols for children, In an update to its safety policy, Roblox prevents users under the age of 13 from accessing unrated experiences, social hangouts, and more.
Throughout the years, severalreports have accused Roblox, the popular gaming platform aimed at preteens, of lacking strict safety protocols for children, which exposes them to dangers such as grooming, explicit content, and violent or abusive material. Additionally, users who are younger than 13 are banned from social hangouts, which is likely a response to ongoing concerns about safety within these experiences, which have been criticized for having significant oversight issues. Experiences that feature 3D assets approved by Roblox moderation are also allowed, so young kids can still build houses with blocks, design outfits, and short-form videos.
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