Roblox recently rolled out stricter chat and social filters across its platform. The goal is simple: keep players safe, especially younger ones. But the changes left many players asking the same question.
How do you still chat freely with people you actually know and trust?
The answer is a feature called Trusted Connections. It lets close friends and family communicate more naturally while keeping Roblox’s safety rules intact. Below is a clean, easy-to-follow breakdown of how it works, who can use it, and what it unlocks.
Why Roblox Changed Chat and Friends
Roblox hosts millions of players across different age groups. Because of that, the platform has gradually tightened how people interact, especially when it comes to chat and voice features.
One major update reshaped the traditional Friends system into Connections:
- Players aged 13–17 can only connect with others in the same age range
- Players 18 and older connect only with other adults
- Direct cross-age friending no longer works by default
These limits apply to both text chat and voice chat. Roblox designed them to reduce unwanted interactions and protect minors.
That is where Trusted Connections come in.
What Are Trusted Connections on Roblox?
Trusted Connections are a special type of connection meant for people you know in real life.
Think parents, siblings, relatives, or close friends.
When two users become Trusted Connections, Roblox allows more natural communication between them, even if they fall into different age groups. This setup bypasses some standard chat filters and unlocks extra social features.
According to Roblox’s official safety and communication guidelines, this system exists to balance player safety with real-world relationships.
What Features Do Trusted Connections Unlock?
The features depend on the age group involved, but here is what you can expect.
For players aged 13–17
If both users are verified and in this age range, Trusted Connections unlock:
- Expressive Chat with fewer restrictions
- Party Voice Chat
- More natural messaging without aggressive filtering
For players aged 18 and older
Adult users already have fewer restrictions when chatting with other adults. However, Trusted Connections become essential if you want to communicate with someone under 18.
They allow:
- Unfiltered messaging with trusted teens
- Party Voice Chat with younger players
This setup is especially useful for families who play together.
Important Limitation for Under-13 Players
Roblox draws a hard line here.
Players under 13 cannot access Trusted Connections features at all. Even if they are added via contacts or QR codes, standard chat filters still apply.
This includes parent-child accounts. Roblox allows shared play but does not remove filters for under-13 users under any circumstance.
How to Add Trusted Connections on Roblox
Before you can add Trusted Connections, Roblox must verify your age. This step ensures users get placed in the correct age group.
Step 1: Verify Your Age (Desktop)
- Log into your Roblox account on the official website
- Click the gear icon in the top-right corner
- Open Settings
- Go to Account Info
- Scroll to the Personal section
- Under your birthday, select the option to verify your age
Roblox offers two verification methods:
- Government ID + selfie
- Selfie-only verification, which uses a facial age estimator
Once approved, your account unlocks age-based features.
Step 2: Add Trusted Connections (Mobile App)
After age verification, switch to the Roblox mobile app.
- Go to the Home screen
- Find the Connections section near the top
- Tap the + icon
- Allow access to your phone contacts if prompted
From here, you have two options.
Option 1: Add from Contacts
Roblox will show people from your phone contacts who also use the platform. You can invite them directly.
If both users complete age verification, Roblox upgrades the connection to Trusted automatically.
Option 2: Use QR Codes
This method works well for in-person connections.
- Tap My QR to display your Roblox QR code
- Have your friend scan it using their app
- Or tap the scan icon to scan theirs
This avoids username mix-ups and speeds things up.
What Happens If the Other User Is Not Verified?
If the other person has not verified their age, Roblox adds them as a regular connection, not a Trusted Connection.
They will need to complete age verification on their account before any extra chat features unlock.
When Can You Start Using Trusted Chat and Voice?
Once both users qualify:
- Add each other as Trusted Connections
- Create or join a Party
- Enable Party Voice Chat or expressive messaging
At that point, you can hop into a game together and talk without the constant interruptions caused by heavy filters.
Why This System Actually Makes Sense
Yes, the filters can feel annoying. Nobody enjoys watching half their message turn into hashtags.
But Roblox’s Trusted Connections system strikes a reasonable balance:
- It protects younger users
- It limits random interactions
- It still allows real friends and families to communicate normally
That balance matters on a platform with such a wide age range.
Final Thoughts
Roblox did not remove chat freedom. It simply moved it behind verification and trust-based systems.
If you play with real friends or family, setting up Trusted Connections takes only a few minutes. Once done, it makes the platform feel far less restrictive and much more social.
Now jump into a game, start a party, and enjoy chatting with your trusted circle without fighting the filter every five seconds.
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