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Roblox scams: how to protect your child

Fake Robux generators, rigged item trades, fake login sites: Roblox concentrates scams specifically designed to target children. Here's how to spot them and talk about them with your kids.

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The most common Roblox scams

Most widespread

Fake Robux generators

Sites promise free Robux in exchange for account credentials — Roblox confirms no external generation is technically possible.

Between kids

The item trade scam

A player promises to "pay it back later" after receiving an item — the promise is never kept.

Phishing

Fake login sites

Sites imitate the official Roblox login page to steal credentials and passwords.

Recent (2026)

AI-generated tutorial videos

Fake "tutorial" videos generated by AI redirect to these fraudulent sites, making the scam more credible for a child.

According to the Better Business Bureau (BBB), complaints related to Roblox scams rose by 67% in 2025, with an average victim age of 11 — a figure confirmed by Roblox itself in its own help articles on the topic.

How to talk about it with your child

What to do in case of a scam

  1. Change the password immediately if credentials were shared.
  2. Report through the tools built into the experience or profile in question.
  3. Check Roblox's official help articles on known scams.
  4. Keep an open dialogue: a child who's been tricked should feel safe telling you.

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Frequently asked questions

Do free Robux generators work?

No, never. Roblox confirms no external Robux generation is possible. Any site promising it is a scam aimed at stealing the account.

How do I spot a scam on Roblox?

Be wary of sites promising free Robux, "pay you back later" item trades, and tutorials redirecting to external sites.

How do I report a scam on Roblox?

Use the reporting tools built into the experience or profile in question.

Does Egidio protect my child on Roblox?

Egidio detects scam signals in notifications from over 180 apps, which may include fraudulent links tied to Roblox activity. Analysis stays 100% on the device.

Is Egidio free?

Call and SMS blocking are free, forever. Messaging protection and Family mode are included in the Premium version.