Online SafetyCritical
Online Grooming Behaviors
Predators build trust with children over time, often by offering gifts, attention, or sympathy, with the goal of exploiting them.
Why This Matters
Grooming is a gradual process that can lead to sexual exploitation, abuse, or abduction. Predators are skilled at manipulating children and exploiting their need for attention and validation.
Signs to Look For
- 1Adults acting overly interested in a child's life and feelings
- 2Offering free Robux, items, or "help" to build trust
- 3Asking to play privately or one-on-one
- 4Asking about appearance, clothing, or personal life
- 5Trying to establish secrecy: "don't tell your parents"
- 6Moving conversations to unmonitored platforms
- 7Requesting photos or video calls
What Parents Should Do
- Have regular conversations about online friends
- Teach: Adults should not have close friendships with children online
- Watch for secrecy - kids hiding screens, changing windows when you approach
- Be concerned if "online friends" know too much personal info
- Report suspicious behavior to Roblox and authorities if needed
- Consider parental monitoring software for high-risk situations
How to Talk About It
Use these conversation starters to discuss this topic with your child:
- 💬Who are your closest friends on Roblox? How old are they?
- 💬Has anyone ever given you free stuff? What did they want in return?
- 💬Do you ever feel like you need to keep secrets from me about online stuff?
- 💬You can always tell me anything - I won't get mad at you.
Related Roblox Settings
Check these settings in your child's Roblox account:
Account RestrictionsWho can add as friend (Everyone vs. No one)