You can disable chat in Roblox through your account settings, and the steps differ depending on whether you're on a computer or mobile device

Roblox chat is on by default, which means other players can message you in games and you can see their messages. If you want to turn it off — whether to reduce distractions, limit contact from strangers, or give a younger player a quieter experience — you control this through your account settings, not through individual games. The setting sticks across all Roblox games you play.

The process takes about two minutes and doesn't require you to uninstall anything or change your password. You'll need to be logged into your Roblox account to make the change.

Key Takeaways

  • Chat settings live in your account settings under Privacy, not in individual games or in the Roblox app settings.
  • On a computer, you go to Settings > Privacy > Chat, then choose "No one" or "Friends only" depending on who you want to hear from.
  • On mobile (phone or tablet), the same Privacy menu exists but the layout is slightly different because of the smaller screen.
  • Once you change the setting, it takes effect when ready in all Roblox games you join.
  • You can turn chat back on the same way, or change it to "Friends only" if you want to keep messages from people on your friends list.

Disabling chat on a computer

Open Roblox in your web browser and log in if you're not already. Look for the gear icon or menu button in the top right corner of the page — this is usually next to your username. Click it and select Settings from the dropdown menu.

Once you're in Settings, look for the Privacy tab on the left side. Click it. You'll see several privacy options listed, including one labeled Chat. Click on the Chat option to open its settings.

You'll see three choices: "Everyone", "Friends only", and "No one". Select No one if you want to turn off all chat. If you want to keep messages from people on your friends list but block everyone else, choose Friends only instead. The change saves automatically — you don't need to click a separate Save button.

Disabling chat on mobile devices

Open the Roblox app on your phone or tablet and log in. Tap the three horizontal lines (called a hamburger menu) in the bottom right corner of the screen. This opens a menu with several options.

Scroll down and tap Settings. Then tap Privacy. You'll see the Chat option listed here, just like on a computer. Tap it and choose No one to turn off all chat, or Friends only to allow messages only from your friends.

The setting takes effect when ready. You don't need to close and reopen the app — the next game you join will have chat disabled.

What happens when chat is turned off

When you set chat to "No one", you won't see messages from other players in games, and other players won't be able to send you messages. You also won't see the chat box that normally appears in the corner of the game screen. This means you won't receive in-game notifications about messages either.

If someone tries to message you while chat is off, they'll see an error message saying you don't accept messages. This doesn't delete their message or cause any problem — it just tells them you're not receiving them. You can turn chat back on at any time using the same steps.

Turning chat back on or changing who can message you

If you change your mind, go back to Settings > Privacy > Chat and select Everyone to allow all players to message you again. You can also choose Friends only at any point if you want a middle ground — this lets your friends message you but blocks strangers.

Many players use "Friends only" as a compromise: it keeps the chat feature available for people they know while reducing unwanted messages from other players. You can switch between these three settings as often as you want.

Chat settings for accounts under 13

If your Roblox account is registered as under 13 years old, Roblox applies stricter chat rules automatically. Your chat may already be limited to "Friends only" or filtered more heavily, depending on your account age and your parent's settings. You can still follow the steps above to further restrict chat, but you may not be able to turn it fully back on to "Everyone" — Roblox enforces this for younger accounts.

If you're the parent or guardian of a young player and want to understand what they can see and who can contact them, checking their Privacy settings is a good first step. You can also set up parental controls through your own account if you're the account owner.

Why you might want to disable chat

Some players turn off chat to focus on gameplay without distractions. Others do it to avoid unwanted contact from strangers, especially if they're younger or prefer to play alone. Disabling chat also means you won't see messages that might be rude, spam, or inappropriate — Roblox filters some content, but not everything gets caught.

If you're playing with friends in the same game, you can still communicate through other methods: voice chat (if the game supports it), Discord, or other messaging apps outside of Roblox. Turning off in-game chat doesn't prevent you from playing together or talking to your friends — it just changes how you do it.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will other players know that I've disabled chat?

No. When someone tries to message you and chat is off, they'll see a message saying you don't accept messages, but they won't know whether you've disabled it or if it's a technical issue. Your privacy setting is private.

Can I disable chat in just one game instead of all games?

No. The chat setting applies to all Roblox games you play. However, some individual games have their own chat filters or settings within the game itself — you can check the game's settings menu to see if there are additional options there.

If I turn off chat, can I still see my friends' usernames in games?

Yes. Disabling chat only stops messages and the chat box. You can still see other players, their names, and play together normally — you just won't see or receive text messages.

What if someone is bothering me even though I have chat off?

If someone is harassing you through other means (like following you between games or sending messages through Roblox's friend request system), you can block them. Go to their profile, click the three dots menu, and select Block User. You can also report them to Roblox if their behavior violates the rules.

Can I set different chat settings for different friends?

No. Your chat setting is all-or-nothing: either "Everyone", "Friends only", or "No one". You can't pick individual players to block while allowing others. If you need to block specific people, use the Block User feature on their profiles instead.