Video game maker Roblox said on Monday that it is implementing new safety measures for users under 13, including permanently removing the ability to message others outside games on its platform.

Roblox will not let users under the age of 13 message others outside of games and experiences on the platform, the company said Friday. Roblox also announced a series of other built-in protections for ...

Children under 13 also won’t be able to directly message other players unless they have parental approval. Children under 13 also won’t be able to directly message other players unless they have ...

Throughout the years, several reports have accused Roblox, the popular gaming platform aimed at preteens, of lacking strict safety protocols for children, which exposes them to dangers such as ...

Roblox added a rule banning usernames with "Roblox" or "Blox," causing backlash. Users fear bans for violating the new rule, leading to unwanted username changes. Players previously wanted the option ...