How to Block People on Roblox: A Parent’s Step-by-Step Guide
Your kid is playing Roblox and someone says something weird in the chat. Or a stranger keeps following them around in a game. Or they got a friend request from someone they don’t know.
You need to block that person. Fast.
The good news: Roblox makes it relatively straightforward to block users — both from your child’s account and from your own linked parent account. This guide walks you through every method, step by step, so you can act quickly when something feels off.
If you’re still getting your bearings with Roblox safety overall, start with our complete guide to whether Roblox is safe for kids.
Why Blocking Matters on Roblox
Roblox has over 70 million daily active users, and while most are kids just playing games, the platform is not immune to bad actors. Blocking is your first line of defense when:
- A stranger sends your child a friend request or direct message
- Someone uses inappropriate language in a game
- A player follows your child between experiences
- Your child feels uncomfortable with someone’s behavior
- Someone asks your child for personal information
Blocking does three things immediately: it prevents the blocked user from contacting your child, removes them from the friends list if they were connected, and stops them from joining the same game server as your child.
Think of it as a digital restraining order — simple, immediate, and effective.
Method 1: Block a User From Their Profile (Child’s Account)
This is the fastest way to block someone your child has already encountered.
Step 1: Log into your child’s Roblox account on desktop or mobile.
Step 2: Click the search bar at the top of the page and type the username of the person you want to block. You can also find them in your child’s friends list or recent players.
Step 3: Click on their profile to open it.
Step 4: Look for the three-dot menu icon (⋯) in the upper-right corner of their profile page.
Step 5: Click “Block User” from the dropdown menu.
Step 6: Confirm the block when prompted.
That’s it. The user is now blocked. They won’t be able to send messages, friend requests, or join the same server as your child.
Method 2: Block a User During a Game
Sometimes your child encounters someone problematic while they’re actively playing. Here’s how to block them in real time.
Step 1: While in a Roblox experience, press the Escape key on desktop or tap the Roblox menu icon (the Roblox logo in the upper-left corner) on mobile.
Step 2: This opens the in-game menu. You’ll see a list of all players currently in the server.
Step 3: Find the player you want to block and click the Block button next to their name.
Step 4: Confirm the block.
The player is now blocked. They’ll remain in the same server for that session, but they won’t be able to communicate with your child, and in future sessions, Roblox will prevent them from being placed on the same server.
Pro tip: Teach your child this method so they can protect themselves in the moment. The Escape key shortcut is the fastest route.
Method 3: Block Users Through Parental Controls
If you’ve linked your Roblox account to your child’s account (and you should — see our Roblox parental controls setup guide for how), you can manage blocks from your own device.
Step 1: Log into your own Roblox parent account.
Step 2: Navigate to Settings > Parental Controls.
Step 3: Select your child’s linked account.
Step 4: Scroll down to the Friends section and tap Manage.
Step 5: You’ll see your child’s current friends list. Tap the three-dot menu next to any user you want to block.
Step 6: Tap Block and confirm.
This method is especially useful because you don’t need access to your child’s device or login credentials. You’re managing their safety remotely from your own account.
How to Unblock Someone on Roblox
Kids sometimes block friends during an argument and want to undo it later. Here’s how:
Step 1: Go to Settings on your child’s account (the gear icon).
Step 2: Click the Privacy tab.
Step 3: Scroll down to find the Blocked Users list.
Step 4: Find the user you want to unblock and click Unblock.
If you blocked someone through parental controls, you’ll need to unblock them from your parent account using the same Friends management section.
How to Report a User (Don’t Just Block — Report)
Blocking protects your child. Reporting protects everyone else’s kids too.
If someone said something inappropriate, tried to get personal information, or behaved in a way that felt predatory, take the extra 30 seconds to report them.
From a profile: Click the three-dot menu and select “Report Abuse” instead of (or in addition to) blocking.
From in-game: Open the Escape menu, find the player, and click the flag/report icon next to their name.
What to include in a report:
- What the user said or did
- When it happened (approximate time)
- The name of the experience you were in
- Screenshots if you have them
Roblox reviews reports and can take action including warnings, temporary bans, or permanent account removal. Your report matters.
Restrict Who Can Contact Your Child in the First Place
Blocking is reactive. The better strategy is to limit who can reach your child before problems start.
In your parental controls settings, you can configure:
Chat settings: Choose who can send your child direct messages — everyone, friends only, or no one. For kids under 13, we recommend “friends only” at most.
Friend request settings: Control who can send friend requests. You can limit this to friends of friends, or turn it off entirely.
Experience chat: Decide whether your child can use in-game text chat. For younger kids (under 10), consider turning this off completely.
Account restrictions: The most protective option. When enabled, it limits your child to a curated list of age-appropriate experiences and completely disables chat.
For a deeper dive into chat-specific settings, check out our Roblox chat safety guide.
What Happens When You Block Someone
Here’s exactly what changes when a user is blocked:
| Feature | Before Blocking | After Blocking |
|---|---|---|
| Direct messages | Can send messages | Completely blocked |
| Friend requests | Can send requests | Cannot send requests |
| In-game chat | Can see their messages | Messages hidden |
| Server placement | May join same server | Roblox avoids placing together |
| Profile viewing | Can view your profile | Limited access |
| Friends list | May be connected | Automatically removed |
Important note: blocking is account-specific. If the problematic user creates a new account, the block won’t apply to that new account. This is why reporting is important — it helps Roblox identify and action users who create multiple accounts to harass others.
When Blocking Isn’t Enough
Sometimes the situation is more serious than a single block can handle.
Signs you need to escalate beyond blocking:
- An adult asked your child for personal information, photos, or to move the conversation to another platform
- Someone sent your child inappropriate images or links
- Your child is being targeted by multiple accounts (suggesting coordinated harassment)
- The interaction involved threats of any kind
What to do:
- Block and report the user immediately
- Take screenshots of the conversation before it disappears
- Document the username, date, time, and experience name
- Report to Roblox through their official support page
- If the situation involves potential exploitation or threats, contact local law enforcement or the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC) CyberTipline
Don’t hesitate to take these situations seriously. Trust your gut.
Talk to Your Kid About Blocking
The technical setup matters, but the conversation matters more.
Here are a few things worth saying:
“Blocking isn’t mean — it’s smart.” Kids sometimes feel guilty about blocking someone. Reframe it. You’re not being rude; you’re being safe. Just like you wouldn’t talk to a stranger who made you uncomfortable at a park, you don’t have to keep talking to someone online.
“Tell me if someone makes you feel weird.” Keep the door open. Your child should know they won’t get in trouble for telling you about an uncomfortable interaction. The goal is to be their first call, not their last resort.
“Not everyone online is who they say they are.” Age-appropriate honesty goes a long way. You don’t need to scare them — just help them understand that a “12-year-old” in a Roblox game might not actually be 12.
“You can always block first and ask questions later.” Give them permission to act quickly. Better to block someone unnecessarily than to stay in an uncomfortable situation.
Quick Reference: Blocking Cheat Sheet
| Action | Where | Steps |
|---|---|---|
| Block from profile | Desktop/Mobile | Search user > Profile > ⋯ > Block |
| Block in-game | During gameplay | Esc/Menu > Player list > Block |
| Block via parent account | Parental Controls | Settings > Parental Controls > Friends > Manage > Block |
| Unblock | Account Settings | Settings > Privacy > Blocked Users > Unblock |
| Report | Profile or in-game | ⋯ > Report Abuse / Flag icon |
FAQ
Does blocking someone on Roblox notify them?
No. Roblox does not send a notification when you block someone. The blocked user simply won’t be able to contact or interact with your child anymore. They may eventually notice they can’t send messages, but they won’t receive an explicit “you’ve been blocked” alert.
Can a blocked person still see my child’s profile?
Partially. A blocked user will have limited access to your child’s profile. They won’t be able to send messages, friend requests, or follow your child into games. However, if your child’s profile is set to public, some basic information may still be visible. For maximum privacy, adjust the profile visibility settings in the Privacy tab.
How many people can my child block on Roblox?
There’s no practical limit to the number of users you can block on Roblox. Block as many as needed without worrying about hitting a cap.
Will blocking work across all devices?
Yes. Blocks are account-level, not device-level. If you block someone on desktop, they’re also blocked on mobile, tablet, Xbox, and any other device where your child uses the same Roblox account.
Can I see who my child has blocked?
Yes. You can view the blocked users list in your child’s account under Settings > Privacy > Blocked Users. If you’re using a linked parent account, you can also manage blocks through the parental controls Friends section.
Keep Building Their Safety Net
Blocking is one tool in the toolbox. For a complete approach to Roblox safety, make sure you’ve also set up:
- Roblox parental controls — Link your account and manage permissions remotely
- Roblox age ratings — Understand what content your child can access
- Chat safety settings — Control who can message your child
- Safe Roblox games for kids — Curated list of parent-approved experiences
You don’t need to monitor every second of screen time. But having the right controls in place — and keeping the conversation going — puts you in a strong position.
Your job isn’t to make Roblox perfectly safe. It’s to make your kid safer while they enjoy it.
