How to Change Your Age on Roblox (And What You Can Actually Do)
Roblox ties a surprising number of features to the age listed on your account — from chat permissions to content visibility. So it makes sense that players want to understand how age works on the platform and whether it can be changed. The short answer is: yes, but only under specific conditions, and the process is more limited than most people expect.
Why Age Matters So Much on Roblox
Roblox uses your date of birth to determine what kind of account experience you get. The platform splits users into two broad categories:
- Under 13: Restricted chat, filtered messaging, limited social features, and a more locked-down content experience.
- 13 and older: Broader communication options, access to more account settings, and the ability to turn off certain content filters.
This isn't just a cosmetic label. It directly controls what you can type in chat, who can message you, and which privacy settings are even available to you. Getting this wrong at signup — or having a parent set it incorrectly — has real consequences for how the platform works day to day.
Can You Change Your Age on Roblox?
Officially, yes — but only for users under 13. Roblox allows a limited age correction process, and the path depends on your situation.
If You're Under 13 and the Birthday Was Entered Wrong
Roblox doesn't let users under 13 change their own birthdate from inside the account settings. Instead, a parent or guardian needs to get involved. Here's the general process:
- Go to the Roblox support page and submit a ticket.
- Select the account in question and choose the relevant issue category.
- Provide the correct date of birth and any account verification information Roblox requests.
- Roblox support will review and, if the request checks out, update the account.
This is specifically designed to correct genuine errors — like a child who mistyped their birth year at signup and ended up with an incorrectly restricted account.
If You're 13 or Older
Here's where it gets more constrained. Roblox does not allow users 13 and older to change their date of birth through account settings. The field is locked once a certain age threshold is passed. If you entered your birthday incorrectly and you're over 13, the path is the same: contact Roblox support and make the case that it was a genuine error.
Roblox support may ask for verification — potentially including parental consent documentation if the account is associated with a minor — before making any change.
What You Cannot Do
It's worth being direct here: you cannot change your age on Roblox simply to unlock features. The platform's verification and support systems are designed to catch this. Attempting to falsely update your age to gain access to adult-tier settings on a minor's account goes against Roblox's Terms of Service and can result in account suspension.
The Variables That Affect Your Situation 🎮
Whether a birthday correction is straightforward or complicated depends on a few factors:
| Factor | How It Affects the Process |
|---|---|
| Original age entered | Under 13 vs. over 13 changes which correction path applies |
| Account verification status | Verified accounts (email, phone) are easier to confirm ownership |
| Parental involvement | Accounts flagged as minors typically require parent/guardian action |
| How long ago the account was created | Older accounts with established history may require more documentation |
| Nature of the error | Typo vs. intentional entry affects how support handles the request |
What Changes After an Age Correction
If the correction goes through, the practical differences can be significant:
- Chat filters loosen for accounts moving into the 13+ category — you can send and receive a wider range of messages.
- Privacy settings expand — more granular control over who can follow you, message you, or join your games.
- Content visibility may shift depending on what experiences are set to which age rating within Roblox.
- Account settings become accessible that were previously hidden or locked.
These aren't just minor tweaks — for users who've been stuck in under-13 mode incorrectly, this can feel like a completely different platform. ✅
A Note on Parental Controls and Intentional Restrictions
It's also possible that an account's age is correct, but a parent has applied additional restrictions through Roblox's parental controls — separate from the age settings. These include PIN-protected settings that a parent configures independently. If features feel more restricted than your age should allow, it's worth checking whether parental controls are a factor before assuming the birthday is the issue.
The Gap That Depends on You
The process described above covers the official, supported path. But how smooth it actually goes — how quickly support responds, whether documentation is needed, what gets unlocked afterward — depends entirely on the specifics of the account: when it was created, what age is currently on file, whether a parent is involved, and what the underlying goal is.
Your account's history and setup are the pieces that determine which version of this process applies to you. 🔍