Roblox Terms of Use Changing April 30 — What Players Need to Know

What Is Changing?

Roblox is updating both its Terms of Use and Privacy and Cookie Policy, with all changes taking effect on April 30, 2026. If you continue using Roblox after that date, you are agreeing to the new terms.

The updates cover four main areas: AI tools, advertising, moderation practices, and data sharing with authorities. Roblox says these changes are designed to support new product features and improve platform transparency.

Here is a plain-English breakdown of every major change so you know exactly what is different.

AI Tools and Data Use

One of the biggest changes is how Roblox handles AI features in its terms.

What Changed

Previously, terms describing Roblox's AI tools were buried in separate supplemental documents that most users never read. Now, all AI-related terms have been moved into the main User and Creator Terms. This means the rules about AI are easier to find and understand.

What This Means

• Roblox is making it clearer how AI tools on the platform use your data
• If you use any Roblox AI features (like AI-assisted game creation tools), the terms for using them are now in the main Terms of Use document
• Requirements for using Roblox APIs have also been clarified in the updated terms

For most regular players, this change is about transparency. Roblox is not adding new AI features with this update — they are just being more upfront about how existing AI tools work.

Advertising Changes

The advertising section of the Terms of Use received significant updates.

What Changed

• Ads are now permitted for all users — The updated terms allow commercial content and advertisements to be shown to all Roblox users, not just specific groups.
• Personalized vs non-personalized ads — The terms now clearly distinguish between personalized ads (targeted based on your activity) and non-personalized ads (generic ads shown to everyone). The terms explain who sees which type.
• Content in brand advertising — New disclosure language explains how your content might be used in connection with brand advertising on the platform.

What This Means

You may start seeing more ads on Roblox. The platform is expanding its advertising system, and the updated terms reflect that. If you are concerned about personalized ads, check your Roblox privacy settings to see what options are available for managing ad preferences.

Moderation and Safety Updates

Roblox added clarifying language to its Online Safety section.

What Changed

• Moderation practices clarified — The terms now provide more detail about how Roblox moderates content, including what actions they can take and under what circumstances.
• Group and Community Owner responsibilities — New language defines the roles and responsibilities of users who own or manage Groups and Communities on Roblox. If you run a group, you now have clearer obligations for content and behavior within your group.
• Sharing information with authorities — The terms now include explicit language about Roblox's practices for sharing user information with government and law enforcement authorities when required.

What This Means

For regular players, the moderation changes mostly formalize practices that Roblox was already doing. The platform is being more transparent about how it moderates and when it shares data. For group owners, pay attention to the new responsibilities section — you may have additional obligations for monitoring your group's content.

Privacy Policy Updates

The Privacy and Cookie Policy was also updated alongside the Terms of Use.

Key Changes

• Advertising transparency — The privacy policy now clearly distinguishes between personalized and non-personalized ads, including who sees each type and how ad targeting works.
• Data sharing with authorities — New language describes when and how Roblox shares user information with government and law enforcement agencies.

These privacy changes align with the Terms of Use updates. They are primarily about being more transparent about existing practices rather than introducing entirely new data collection methods.

What This Means for Regular Players

If you are a regular Roblox player (not a creator or developer), here is the simple summary:

• You will see more ads. Roblox is expanding advertising, and you may see both personalized and non-personalized ads across the platform.
• AI terms are now easier to find. If you use AI tools on Roblox, the rules are now in the main Terms of Use instead of separate documents.
• Moderation is the same but better explained. Roblox is formalizing its existing moderation practices in the terms.
• Data sharing is now explicit. Roblox has always cooperated with law enforcement when required by law. Now it is stated directly in the terms.
• By using Roblox after April 30, you agree. If you continue playing after April 30, 2026, you are automatically agreeing to the new terms.

What This Means for Creators

If you create games or content on Roblox, pay closer attention to these changes:

• AI tool terms — Review the updated Creator Terms to understand how AI tools interact with your content and what data they may use.
• API requirements — The terms now have clearer requirements for using Roblox APIs. Make sure your projects comply.
• Advertising in your games — Understand how the expanded advertising system works within your games and what control you have over ads shown in your experiences.
• Group owner responsibilities — If you manage a group or community, review the new section about owner obligations.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When do the new Roblox Terms of Use take effect?

The updated Terms of Use and Privacy Policy take effect on April 30, 2026.

Do I need to accept the new terms?

If you continue using Roblox after April 30, 2026, you are automatically agreeing to the updated terms. If you do not agree, you would need to stop using the platform.

Will I see more ads on Roblox?

Likely yes. The updated terms expand advertising to all users and introduce both personalized and non-personalized ad types. This suggests an increase in advertising across the platform.

Is Roblox sharing my data with the government?

Roblox has always cooperated with law enforcement when legally required. The new terms simply make this practice explicitly stated. This is standard practice for most major online platforms.

Where can I read the full updated terms?

You can read the complete updated Terms of Use and Privacy Policy on the Roblox Legal Documents page.

Do these changes affect Roblox Plus?

The Terms of Use update is separate from the Roblox Plus subscription launch, but both take effect on the same date (April 30, 2026). The terms update applies to all users regardless of subscription status.