Censorship of Roblox

Roblox is a popular online game platform where millions of people, especially kids, go to play, create, and have fun. But sometimes, some governments and authorities decide to block or limit access to Roblox. This is called censorship, and it means that people in certain countries can’t easily visit the site or play games there.

The reasons for censorship can vary. Sometimes, it’s because the platform doesn’t follow certain rules set by the country’s leaders. Other times, it might be because some people believe the games or chat spaces aren’t safe or appropriate.

Being blocked can be frustrating for players who rely on Roblox for entertainment, learning, and connecting with friends. It also affects developers who use the platform to build and share their own creative projects. Understanding why these decisions happen helps us see how online spaces are managed around the world.

Countries where access to Roblox is permanently blocked

Roblox has been blocked in several countries because leaders worry about children’s safety online. For example, Algeria banned Roblox in September 2025 because they felt the company wasn’t doing enough to keep kids safe from bad things online.

In China, Roblox is blocked because the government wants to control what people see online. In Egypt, Roblox was banned in February 2026 to protect children from unsafe internet use. Other countries like Iran, Iraq, North Korea, Oman, Palestine, Qatar, Russia, and Turkey have also blocked Roblox for similar reasons, mainly to keep children safe from harmful content and communication with strangers online.

Countries where access to Roblox is blocked for certain ages

Indonesia

On 28 March 2026, Indonesia blocked Roblox for people under the age of 16. The country felt the platform had content that could be harmful, along with issues like cyberbullying, fraud, and things that could lead to addiction. Before this, Indonesia had many young players, with most of them under 16. In response, Roblox said they would try to create a special offline mode for users under 13 and add stricter rules for those aged 13 to 15.

Countries where access to Roblox was formerly blocked

In 2020, Jordan blocked access to Roblox because of worries about children’s safety, such as seeing bad language or being tricked online. By December 2025, Roblox was allowed again after agreeing to turn off chat features and hide certain content.

In August 2025, Kuwait also blocked Roblox to protect children from harmful material. The block happened after parents and others raised concerns about risky content. Roblox was later allowed back after adding extra safety rules, like disabling chat and watching for inappropriate behavior.

In 2018, the United Arab Emirates banned Roblox along with a few other apps. By 2021, the ban was lifted, and Roblox could be downloaded again from places like the App Store and Google Play.