Can you turn off chat in Roblox?

Yes, you can turn off chat in Roblox to help make the game safer for children by preventing them from seeing or interacting with inappropriate messages from other players. Roblox offers parental controls that allow you to manage chat settings, including turning off the chat feature entirely. Here’s how to do it:

Steps to Turn Off Chat in Roblox:

On Roblox Website (Desktop or Mobile Browser):

1. Log in to Roblox:

   • Go to Roblox.com and log in to your child’s account.

2. Access Account Settings:

   • Click on the gear icon in the top-right corner of the screen to open the Settings menu.

3. Go to Privacy Settings:

   • In the Settings menu, select Privacy to go to the Privacy settings.

4. Disable Chat:

   • Look for the “Who can chat with me” section.
   • Under the "Chat Settings", you can select the following options:
     • "Friends": Only friends can chat with your child.
     • "No one": This option turns off the chat feature entirely.

5. Save Settings:

   • After making your selection, click the Save button to apply the changes.

On Roblox App (Mobile):

1. Open the Roblox App and log in to your child’s account.

2. Go to Account Settings:

   • Tap the three dots (or gear icon) in the bottom-right corner to open the menu.
   • Select Settings.

3. Access Privacy Settings:

   • Under Settings, tap Privacy.

4. Turn Off Chat:

   • In the Privacy menu, locate the "Who can contact me" section.
   • Set this to "No one" to turn off chat entirely, or "Friends" to limit chat to only friends.

5. Save Changes:

   • Make sure to tap Save to confirm the settings.

Additional Safety Tips for Roblox:

1. Enable Account Restrictions: If your child is under 13, you can set an Account Restrictions feature that limits the games they can play to only those that are age-appropriate.

2. Parental Controls: You can enable Parental Controls through the Roblox app or website to prevent purchases and other potential risks.

3. Monitor Game Activity: You can regularly check your child’s activity on Roblox, including what games they are playing and who they are interacting with.

4. Use an Account with Limited Features: If you want to take additional steps to limit communication, you can set up your child’s Roblox account as a "Child Account", which automatically has stricter privacy settings.

By disabling chat and adjusting other privacy settings, you can help create a safer Roblox environment for younger players.