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Roblox enhances child safety measures
Roblox is implementing new safety measures to protect child users from online predators and exploitation.
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- What is Roblox's current age verification process?
- Currently, Roblox uses a self-reported age system, with voice chat and games rated 17+ restricted to users who've undergone age verification through facial recognition technology.
- What are some of the concerns that prompted these new changes?
- The new measures aim to address concerns about child predators using the platform to contact and exploit minors; the BBC and Bloomberg have both published investigative reports highlighting the issue.
- What new safety measures is Roblox implementing for its young users?
- Roblox, a popular online gaming platform, is implementing new safety measures for its younger users following numerous reports of child exploitation.
- What types of features or games will be restricted for users under 13?
- Starting November 18th, children under 13 will no longer be able to access certain games and social features on Roblox, including "Social Hangout" spaces designed for chatting.
- What will game creators need to do to allow their games to be accessed by children under 13?
- Game creators wishing to make their games accessible to users under 13 will have to fill out a questionnaire and meet specific criteria starting next year.