Roblox to Require Facial Scans for Children Under 16 in Indonesia Due to New Social Media Rules
Roblox is implementing facial scan age verification for users under 16 in Indonesia to comply with new government restrictions on minors' use of social media and digital platforms.
Roblox announced on Thursday that children under the age of 16 in Indonesia will be required to undergo facial scans to verify their age. This new requirement is a direct response to recent restrictions implemented by the Indonesian government concerning how minors utilize social media and various digital platforms within the country. The announcement, made in Jakarta, highlights the platform's efforts to align with local legal standards for digital safety and age-appropriate access.[1][2]
The gaming platform, which is widely popular among children, is implementing these changes specifically for its Indonesian market to meet the new regulatory demands. The facial scanning process serves as a mandatory verification tool to ensure compliance with the country's evolving digital regulations for young users. By requiring these scans, Roblox aims to accurately verify the age of its younger participants in accordance with the new national mandates governing digital platform usage.[1][2]
