Scams & FraudWarning
Trading Scams
Scammers trick players into unfair trades by lying about item values, using bait-and-switch tactics, or promising future returns.
Why This Matters
Kids invest hours collecting valuable virtual items. Losing them to a scam can be devastating. Trade scams also teach kids that online interactions can be predatory.
Signs to Look For
- 1Players claiming an item is "worth more" than it is
- 2Quickly swapping items right before you accept (switch scam)
- 3Promising to "give something back" after a trade
- 4Saying they'll trade "later" if you give them your item now
- 5Asking you to trade to a "friend" to "show them the item"
What Parents Should Do
- Teach the rule: If a trade feels rushed or too good to be true, it's probably a scam
- Always double-check both sides of the trade window before accepting
- Never "lend" items to strangers or even online friends
- Use trade value lists from reputable sources (not random players)
- Consider disabling trading for younger children
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How to Talk About It
Use these conversation starters to discuss this topic with your child:
- 💬What's the most valuable item you have? How did you get it?
- 💬Has anyone ever tried to trick you in a trade? What happened?
- 💬Do you know how to check if a trade is fair?
- 💬Let's practice checking a trade together.
Related Roblox Settings
Check these settings in your child's Roblox account:
Trade Settings (can be restricted)