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"Parent seeking Roblox Safety Help": Comparing Parental Roblox Concerns to Roblox Offerings


Abstract:

Due to greater accessibility, diverse game options, and the social experiences provided by gaming platforms, the number of children engaging with the Roblox platform has ...Show More

Abstract:

Due to greater accessibility, diverse game options, and the social experiences provided by gaming platforms, the number of children engaging with the Roblox platform has increased over time. This increase in gaming from children of all ages has led to the parental challenge of balancing child safety with fun. Although parents typically know when their children are online, it can be challenging to trust that Roblox will protect data and minimize risky experiences due to the publicized criticisms of inadequate protections and the requirement of parent engagement. In this study, we examine parental Roblox concerns by (1) reviewing the game’s privacy policy and features, (2) characterizing parental concerns expressed on Reddit, and (3) surveying adults about their Roblox opinions. Our findings indicate gaps exist between what safety features Roblox provides and what parents need. Additionally, Roblox could improve how they convey their privacy and security practices to players and parents.
Date of Conference: 18-20 September 2024
Date Added to IEEE Xplore: 29 October 2024
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Conference Location: Puebla, Mexico

I. Introduction

The Children’s Privacy Protection Act or COPPA is a United States federal law that guides online operators on how to handle content directed at, potentially visited by, or used by children under the age of 13 [1]. The law requires parental consent for the collection, use, or disclosure of personal information about children under 13. For teenagers, the law provides guidelines to assist operators in designing privacy protection for that age group [2]. However, as children and teens are spending more time online while at home or school, concerns for their online safety are growing [3].

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