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Roblox introduces age-based accounts
Roblox is introducing new age-based accounts, including Roblox Kids (5-8), Roblox Select (9-15), and Roblox (16+), to enhance child safety and tailor content access. These accounts will automatically adjust based on user age and will be implemented alongside expanded parental controls and an International Age Rating Coalition (IARC) system. The changes aim to address concerns regarding child grooming, inappropriate content, and platform bans.
Roblox Is Splitting Into Three Age Tiers and Parents Are Actually Here For It
Roblox is implementing a new age-based tier system in June 2026, dividing the platform into Roblox Kids (under 9), Roblox Select (9-15), and standard Roblox (16+). This change introduces distinct features, communication settings, and content access tailored to each age group, aiming to enhance child safety and parental control. The system includes automatic age transitions and differentiated content filtering, with parents having the ability to approve specific games for younger users.
Roblox to introduce new kid accounts in its quest to appear less of a child safety nightmare
Roblox is introducing new age-based account categories, Roblox Kids and Roblox Select, to improve child safety and content moderation. These categories will adjust content access, communication settings, and parental controls based on user age, aiming to make the platform healthier for all users.
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Proton is introducing a new feature that allows parents to reserve a child's email address before the child is born. This service aims to provide a secure and personalized email for children from birth.
Roblox boosts child safety with new account types limiting chat and game access
Roblox is introducing new age-tiered accounts in June 2026 to enhance child safety, with "Roblox Kids" for ages 5-8 and "Roblox Select" for ages 9-15. These tiers will automatically restrict chat and game access based on maturity ratings, with "Roblox Kids" having chat disabled by default. Parents will gain more control over game approvals, while developers will face stricter verification requirements to reach younger audiences.
Roblox launches new age-based accounts and expanded parental controls "to build age-appropriate experiences for all"
Roblox is introducing new age-based account tiers for minors, including Roblox Kids (ages 5-8) and Roblox Select (ages 9-15), along with expanded parental controls. These features aim to create age-appropriate experiences by aligning content access, communication settings, and safety measures with user age. The platform is also implementing an ongoing game selection process for users under 16 and enhancing parental tools for managing content ratings, screen time, and spending.
Roblox announces a $5 optional sub and two new age-specific account types for kids
Roblox is introducing a new $5 monthly subscription called Roblox Plus, offering benefits like discounts on in-game items and unlimited private servers. The company is also rolling out new age-specific account types, Roblox Kids and Roblox Select, in early June to better manage content access for younger players, alongside expanded parental controls.
Roblox is introducing age-based accounts for children and teens
Roblox is introducing two new age-based account types, Roblox Kids (ages 5-8) and Roblox Select (ages 9-15), to enhance safety and content moderation on its platform. These accounts will feature communication restrictions and content limitations based on age, with enhanced parental controls available until users turn 16. The move aims to address criticisms regarding child protection on the platform.
Nintendo Switch Parental Controls 2.4.0 update out now, patch notes
Nintendo has released version 2.4.0 of its Parental Controls app for the Nintendo Switch. The update introduces new features, including enhanced information access after successful PIN entry and the ability to receive notifications when a PIN is used.
GNOME 50 released with much improved Parental Controls and lots more
GNOME 50 "Tokyo" has been released, introducing significant improvements to parental controls, including screen time monitoring and limit setting. The update also enhances accessibility features, revamps the preferences window, and introduces global settings. Key technical advancements include improved Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) and Fractional Scaling support, low-latency cursor handling in VRR, NVIDIA performance boosts, next-generation color management, and HDR screen sharing capabilities.
Xbox vs PlayStation vs Nintendo: Which Platform Is Actually Safer?
This analysis compares the online safety infrastructure and transparency of Xbox, PlayStation, and Nintendo platforms. Xbox is highlighted for its comprehensive, documented safety measures and detailed transparency reports, while PlayStation shows progress with its first report but lacks data depth. Nintendo employs a restrictive-by-default model, prioritizing child safety but offering no public data, creating an accountability gap.
Meta will let kids under 13 use WhatsApp with parent-managed accounts
Meta is introducing parent-managed accounts on WhatsApp, allowing children under 13 to use the messaging platform with enhanced safety controls. Parents can manage who messages their child and restrict access to certain features like Channels and Meta AI. This initiative is part of Meta's broader effort to expand parental controls across its platforms, following similar features introduced for Facebook, Messenger, and Instagram.