You can change your birthdate in Roblox account settings, but the change is permanent and limited to once per year
To change your age in Roblox, you go into your account settings, find the birthdate field, and update it. The system will accept the change immediately. However, Roblox locks you into that new date for 12 months — you cannot change it again until a year has passed from when you made the update.
The reason this matters: your age on Roblox controls what games show up in your feed, which chat features you can use, and whether certain social features are available to you. A younger age means stricter content filters and fewer communication options. An older age opens up more games and social tools. Before you change it, understand what you are trading.
Key Takeaways
- Your age on Roblox determines which games appear in your feed and which chat and social features you can access.
- You change your birthdate through account settings on the Roblox website, not in the game itself.
- Once you change your age, you are locked into that new birthdate for 12 months and cannot change it again until the year is up.
- If you are under 13, Roblox restricts your account to child-safe features regardless of what birthdate you enter.
How to access your account settings and find the birthdate field
Open a web browser and go to the Roblox website. Log into your account. In the top right corner, click the gear icon or your username — this opens a dropdown menu. Select "Settings" from that menu. You are now in your account settings page.
On the left side of the settings page, you will see a list of options. Click "Account Info" or "Personal". This section shows your current birthdate. The date appears as three separate fields: month, day, and year. Click on any of these fields to edit them.
Entering your new birthdate and confirming the change
Type or select your new month, day, and year. Make sure you enter the correct information — Roblox will not let you change it again for 12 months. Double-check the date before you proceed. Once you are certain, look for a "Save" or "Confirm" button near the birthdate field and click it.
Roblox will ask you to confirm the change one more time. This is your last chance to catch a mistake. Read the date back to yourself out loud. If it is correct, confirm the change. The system will update your account immediately. You should see a message saying the change was successful.
What happens if you are under 13 on your account
If your birthdate makes you under 13 years old, Roblox applies strict account restrictions no matter what other settings you change. These restrictions include limited chat options (you can only message friends, not strangers), no access to certain games, and no ability to trade items or join groups without approval.
Changing your birthdate to 13 or older will unlock these features. However, if you are actually under 13 in real life, Roblox's terms of service require your account to stay restricted. The age you enter should match your real age.
The 12-month lock and what to do if you made a mistake
After you change your birthdate, Roblox locks that date in place for exactly 12 months. You cannot change it again until that year has passed. If you made a typo or entered the wrong year, you are stuck with it until the lock expires.
If you made a significant error — for example, you entered 1990 instead of 2000 — you can contact Roblox support through the help page on their website. Explain what happened and ask if they can reset the lock early. They do not always grant these requests, but it is worth asking if the mistake is serious enough to affect your account.
How your age affects which games and features you see
Roblox sorts games by age rating. Younger accounts see only games marked for their age group. Older accounts see a wider range of games, including some with more complex themes or social elements. If you change your age to unlock certain games, those games will start showing up in your feed and search results.
Chat and social features also depend on age. Accounts under 13 have limited messaging. Accounts 13 and older can send friend requests more freely and access more social spaces. Some games require you to be a certain age to join their communities or participate in group activities.
Troubleshooting if the change does not save
If you click save and the page does not show a confirmation message, try refreshing the page. Sometimes the change went through but the confirmation did not display. Log out of your account completely and log back in. Check your account settings again to see if the new birthdate is there.
If the birthdate still shows the old date after you refresh and log back in, clear your browser's cache and cookies, then try again. If you are using a phone or tablet, try switching to a web browser instead of the Roblox app — the app sometimes has trouble with account settings changes. If nothing works, contact Roblox support with a screenshot of what you see.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I change my age more than once a year?
No. Once you change your birthdate, Roblox locks it for 12 months from the date you made the change. You cannot update it again until that year has passed. Plan your change carefully because you are stuck with it for a full year.
Will changing my age get my account banned?
Changing your age in settings is not against Roblox's rules. However, if you are under 13 in real life and you change your age to bypass child safety features, that violates their terms of service. Your account could be suspended if Roblox detects this pattern.
Does my age on Roblox have to match my real age?
According to Roblox's terms of service, yes — your account age should match your real age. Roblox uses this information to enforce child safety rules. If you are under 13, your account must reflect that, even if it limits your features.
What if I forgot my password and cannot get into settings?
Go to the Roblox login page and click "Forgot Password?" or "Forgot Username?" Follow the steps to reset your password using your email address. Once you have access to your account again, you can go to settings and change your birthdate.
Can I change my age on the Roblox app instead of the website?
The Roblox app does not always show the full account settings menu. Use the website version instead. Open a web browser, go to Roblox.com, log in, and access settings from there. The website version is more reliable for making account changes.