Roblox Reaches $12M Settlement with Nevada to Enhance Youth Protections

The deal requires Roblox to implement age verification, restricted nighttime notifications, and expanded parental oversight.

Apr. 16, 2026 at 1:24am

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A highly detailed 3D illustration of a glowing, futuristic gaming console or controller, with neon cyan and magenta lights illuminating the intricate cybernetic hardware. The device has a sleek, high-tech aesthetic that evokes a sense of advanced digital technology.The Roblox settlement aims to create a more secure online environment for young gamers through enhanced safety features and industry-regulator collaboration.Las Vegas Today

Roblox, a popular online gaming platform used by nearly half of U.S. children under 16, has reached a $12 million settlement agreement with the state of Nevada. The deal requires Roblox to implement enhanced safety measures for minors, including age verification, restricted nighttime notifications, and expanded parental oversight. The settlement also includes funding for youth programs and an online safety awareness campaign.

Why it matters

The Roblox settlement represents a landmark agreement between a major tech company and a state government to prioritize child safety on digital platforms. As prosecutors continue to file lawsuits against social media firms over their impact on young users, this deal could serve as a model for how the industry and regulators can collaborate to better protect children online.

The details

Under the terms of the settlement, Roblox will pay over $12 million to Nevada and implement several new safety features. This includes requiring age verification for all users, restricting nighttime notifications for minors, and limiting chat functions to only allow communication between users in similar age groups or with verified "trusted friends." Roblox will also create specialized "kids accounts" that block access to adult-rated content and only provide access to games deemed suitable for younger audiences. Additionally, the company will fund a law enforcement liaison position and an online safety awareness campaign.

  • The settlement was announced on April 15, 2026.
  • Roblox will pay the $12 million settlement over a three-year period.

The players

Roblox

A popular online gaming platform used by nearly half of U.S. children under 16.

Aaron Ford

The Democratic Attorney General of Nevada who negotiated the settlement with Roblox.

Matt Kaufman

The Chief Safety Officer at Roblox who said the agreement creates a blueprint for how industry and regulators can work together to protect children.

Donch'e King

The supervising criminal investigator at the Nevada Attorney General's office who warned that half a million online predators pursue children at any given moment, often through chat rooms and instant messaging.

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What they’re saying

“This settlement will create a safer environment for our children online, and I hope that it will serve as a bellwether for how online interactive platforms allow our state's youth to use their products.”

— Aaron Ford, Nevada Attorney General

“Roblox is proud to have worked alongside Attorney General Ford to reach this landmark agreement, which builds on our work to establish a new standard for digital safety.”

— Matt Kaufman, Roblox Chief Safety Officer

“Protecting Nevada's children is not an option; it's our duty.”

— Donch'e King, Supervising Criminal Investigator, Nevada Attorney General's Office

What’s next

The settlement agreement requires Roblox to implement the new safety measures over the next three years. The Nevada Attorney General's office will monitor the company's compliance and progress.

The takeaway

This case highlights the growing focus on protecting children's online safety, with regulators and tech companies working together to establish new standards and safeguards. The Roblox settlement could serve as a model for how other states and platforms can collaborate to create a safer digital environment for young users.