Roblox Gets Sued! Protect Your Kids Online.

From Roblox to Minecraft, and Fortnite to Marvel Rivals, which games do your children play and how do you protect them?

Here’s a practical, layered safety plan you can use to protect kids from online predators, scammers, and bullies in games like Roblox, Minecraft, Fortnite, and Marvel Rivals — without killing the fun.

🛡 1. Lock Down Privacy & Communication
• Turn off or limit chat: In Roblox, Minecraft Realms, and Fortnite, disable direct messages or restrict them to friends only.
• Use parental controls: All four games have built-in tools to block strangers, filter language, and limit who can send friend requests.
• No personal info: Teach kids never to share their real name, school, location, or photos in chat.

🚫 2. Guard Against Scams & Phishing
• Ignore “free currency” offers: Robux, V-Bucks, and other in-game currency are common scam bait.
• Only buy through official stores: Never click links in chat or on unofficial websites.
• Teach “too good to be true” thinking: If it sounds amazing but requires personal info or payment, it’s a scam.

🧠 3. Build Awareness of Grooming & Bullying
• Explain grooming tactics: Predators may start friendly, give gifts, or move conversations to other apps (Discord, Snapchat).
• Spot bullying early: Changes in mood, reluctance to play, or secrecy about gaming can be warning signs.
• Encourage open talk: Make it safe for kids to tell you about uncomfortable interactions without fear of losing game time.

🛠 4. Use Tech to Your Advantage
• Enable activity logs: Roblox and Fortnite let you review recent chats and friend activity.
• Set playtime limits: Prevent excessive exposure and burnout.
• Install monitoring tools: Services like Bark or Kidas can flag risky messages in real time.

🤝 5. Play & Learn Together
• Join their world: Play a few rounds with them — it builds trust and lets you see the environment firsthand.
• Discuss scenarios: Role-play what to do if someone asks for personal info or offers a “deal.”
• Model good behavior: Show how to block, report, and walk away from toxic players.

Bottom line: These games can be safe, creative spaces — but only if kids have both technical safeguards and critical thinking skills. The best defense is a mix of settings, supervision, and ongoing conversations.

For more information visit www.safekidsinternetplayground.com

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