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Roblox limits chat features in the UAE after TDRA joint statement

Roblox and the UAE’s TDRA confirm temporary limits to in-game chat plus stronger Arabic moderation. Here’s what changes today mean for players and parents.

Abbas Jaffar Ali
Last updated: 04/09/2025 10:41 AM
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  • In-experience chat and selected communication features are temporarily disabled in the UAE.
  • TDRA and Roblox say the change protects young users and strengthens Arabic moderation.
  • Parents are urged to review settings, monitor usage and report issues.

Roblox and the UAE’s Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory Authority (TDRA) have issued a joint statement confirming platform changes that affect users in the UAE. The update temporarily disables certain communication features, including in-experience chat.

Both sides say the move takes effect immediately and is aimed at protecting young users. Roblox also commits to stronger Arabic-language content and moderation. Parents and guardians are urged to monitor usage and report concerns through in-app tools or directly to TDRA.

What changed on Roblox in the UAE

Roblox has temporarily limited some ways users communicate inside experiences. Safety features and parental controls stay in place.

  • Temporary disabling of selected communication features
  • In-experience chat is specifically named as affected
  • Stronger Arabic-language content and communication moderation
  • The change is live now for UAE users

In practice, players may see chat panels unavailable or limited when they join certain experiences. Other parts of the platform continue to work. Roblox’s existing safety systems, reporting tools and parental controls remain. The company frames this as a targeted step taken after dialogue with TDRA, not a shutdown of the service.

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Why TDRA and Roblox made this move

Both parties say the priority is the safety and well-being of children online in the UAE.

  • Agreement follows constructive discussions between TDRA and Roblox
  • Focus on a trusted, positive digital environment
  • Specific emphasis on young users’ safety
  • The step supports a wider effort to protect digital experiences in Arabic

TDRA welcomes Roblox’s commitment to strengthening protections and improving Arabic moderation. The statement positions the change as part of a broader safeguarding approach across the UAE’s digital services.

What should parents and players do now?

TDRA and Roblox ask parents and guardians to take an active role in how children use the platform.

  • Check account settings and privacy controls
  • Review chat, friends and communication permissions
  • Use Roblox’s reporting tools for any issues
  • Share feedback via Roblox channels or contact TDRA directly

Sit with your child, open Settings, and confirm the correct age on the account. For younger users, restrict who can chat or add them as a friend, and lock settings with a PIN. Show them how to report a user or an experience if something feels off. If you need to escalate, use the reporting paths within Roblox or contact TDRA with the necessary details. Clear rules at home, combined with the current platform’s limits, reduce risk while maintaining playtime intact.

What happens next

  • TDRA and Roblox say they will continue to work closely
  • The goal is a safe, trusted and positive environment for all UAE users
  • More Arabic content and stronger moderation should follow
  • Expect further updates from both sides

For now, Roblox remains available in the UAE. Communication inside experiences is changing today. Parents, players and creators should plan around reduced chat while keeping an eye out for new guidance.

FAQs

Is Roblox banned in the UAE?

No. The platform remains accessible. The change is a temporary limitation of certain communication features, including in-experience chat, for users in the UAE.

Which features are affected?

The statement refers to “in-experience chat” and “certain communication features.” Other functions continue to operate. Parental controls and reporting tools remain available.

How can parents report concerns?

Use the in-app reporting tools on Roblox for users or experiences. You can also send feedback and reports through Roblox channels and directly to TDRA. Provide context, usernames, experience names and screenshots where possible.

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