Although chats with Trusted Connections can be unfiltered, Roblox will monitor the conversations for “critical harm.” ...

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Roblox is now allowing players to have unfiltered chat after completing a facial scan for age verification. Check out all the ...

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Users over 13 will be prompted to use the facial-analysis software to estimate their age and determine whether they can access the new “trusted connections.” ...

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First, though, here's how it works. Using the Roblox app, users will have to scan a government-issued ID card, driver's license, or passport document.

The popular gaming platform is adding 'Trust Connections' that will lift some of its communication filtering for the age group.

Image Credits: Roblox Age Verification will come in two stages. First, using the app, Roblox users will scan an ID card, driver’s license, passport or other government ID.

Roblox is launching an age verification feature to confirm whether users are really 13 years or older. It’s optional, and Roblox says it will not retain data from ID or selfies.

The the age-estimation software is "optional," and users "over 13 can still verify their age using a government-issued ID instead, and, in the future, verified parental consent," the blog post said.