The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) said Roblox will not be banned in the Philippines after the platform promised to improve safety for children. Roblox is committed to implement tighter monitoring procedures, more effective reporting systems, and age-based content restrictions according to the DICT. Roblox will conduct an information campaign on April 12 2026 to educate parents about its safety tools, which include screen time limits, purchase controls, blocking harmful content, and age-based game selection. Earlier, the agency warned Roblox it could face a ban because of reports about child safety issues on the platform. After Roblox agreed to improve its safeguards, the DICT decided not to push through with the ban. The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) and Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Center (CICC) have issued a warning to Roblox. The DICT and CICC have stated that Roblox could face restriction or suspension in the Philippines. The agencies are requiring Roblox to strengthen its child safety systems. Read more in our articles including "DICT says no Roblox ban after safety updates" and "DICT, CICC warn Roblox of possible suspension in Philippines".
The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) said Roblox will not be banned in the Philippines after the platform promised to improve safety for children. Roblox is committed to implement tighter monitoring procedures, more effective reporting systems, and age-based content restrictions according to the DICT.
Roblox will conduct an information campaign on April 12 2026 to educate parents about its safety tools, which include screen time limits, purchase controls, blocking harmful content, and age-based game selection. Earlier, the agency warned Roblox it could face a ban because of reports about child safety issues on the platform. After Roblox agreed to improve its safeguards, the DICT decided not to push through with the ban.
Our coverage of Roblox ban includes: "DICT says no Roblox ban after safety updates"; "DICT, CICC warn Roblox of possible suspension in Philippines"; "CICC gives Roblox 30-day deadline, warns of possible PH ban". Each article provides unique insights and information.