If you or your family is into Roblox, you’ve probably been tempted to see if there’s a way to get hold of Robux for free. After all, it can be a gateway to a wealth of new experiences on the platform. Younger players in particular may crave more currency out of a combination of FOMO and a desire to enhance their status online.
It’s important to differentiate here between “free” and “earned.” There may be official schemes from Roblox or a trusted partner like Microsoft, where you can perform tasks and/or answer questions to get hold of a Roblox gift card. Roblox also offers 25% more Robux when users legitimately purchase virtual currency on the web, computers and with gift cards.
There are also ways to monetize your content on Roblox. This could include via subscriptions, charging access fees, providing items or abilities that users can purchase, offering private servers for users, and selling models and plugins to other creators on the Creator Store. You could even sell avatar items on the Marketplace and get a share of the profit.
However, these are earned opportunities, and possibly further out of reach than they look. In other words, you don’t really get anything for free. Roblox itself is very clear: “There is no such thing as free Robux or subscription offers, tricks, or codes.”
What there is, unfortunately, are a lot of scammers looking to trick you out of your personal information and logins with the promise of free Robux.
Robux scams to watch out for
There are as many scam variants doing the rounds as there are ways to earn Robux legitimately. Here are some of the most common:
- ‘Free’ Robux generators that ask for your Roblox username, and possibly require you to complete surveys or install software. Needless to say, the scammers only want your username to hijack your account, the surveys are likely designed to gather your personal information (PII) without your knowledge, and the software may be booby trapped with malicious code. Roblox is a popular platform for cybercriminals to spread malware on.
- Phishing pages which you visit after clicking on a link in an unsolicited email or message, or malicious ad. It will take you to a lookalike Roblox site designed to harvest your credentials.
- Fake giveaways on social media such as YouTube, TikTok, and Discord. The admin will claim to be giving away thousands of Robux for free. But the link they offer will be malicious.
- Limited-time offers may arrive as phishing emails or social media posts/ads. The idea is to create a sense of urgency to trick you into making an unwise decision, such as clicking through/sharing PII in return for non-existent ‘free Robux’.
- Fake gift cards are another opportunity for scammers to get what they want from you. They may offer to exchange some of your PII, logins or even cash for a gift card code. But it doesn’t exist.
How to stay safe
Any site requiring login credentials or "human verification" outside Roblox's own site is a scam, unless you can verify it independently as an official Roblox or authorized partner page. Legitimate promotions will never ask for your password or 2FA code. They will never use time-limited or too-good-to-be-true offers to draw you in. Or warn you that you could lose your Robux if you don’t act quickly. And they will never ask you to download a ‘Robux generator.’
Be cautious of any special offers citing Robux. Never share your logins or PII with other users. And don’t click on suspicious links, or enter your passwords on non-Roblox pages.
Speaking to your kids about Robux scams
If you’re a parent who’s concerned about your child getting scammed in this way, take some time out to talk them through your main worries. The principal aim here is to teach them good online safety habits, like not sharing passwords or clicking through on suspicious links. But it’s also about helping them understand there’s no such thing as ‘free’ Robux. And that the virtual currency has a real cost.
They should feel comfortable in coming to you first, whatever they’ve done. That only comes from discussing calmly why they can’t access your credit card on demand. And why they’re only allowed to use the platform if they use it responsibly.
If you think your child has already been scammed: change their logins (and any other shared credentials), enable 2FA, and ensure the recovery email wasn’t changed. Check linked payment methods for suspicious activity and consider contacting the bank/freezing it. If you’re worried about malware, run a scan on their machine/device from a reputable provider. Above all, don’t blame them. Listen to them, reassure them, and work through the above steps.
Frequently asked questions (FAQs)
Is there a real free Robux generator?
No. Roblox says there is no legitimate way to get free Robux through generators, tricks or codes. Any sites promising unlimited or instant Robux are scams designed to steal your Roblox credentials, PII or money.
Can I get Robux without paying for them?
You can earn Robux or Roblox gift cards, via certain official promotions or creator monetization opportunities. But these aren’t ‘free Robux generators.’
How can I tell if a Robux offer is a scam?
Look for red flags such as promises of large amounts of free Robux, urgency, requests for your password/2FA code, suspicious links, surveys, or requests that you download software. If an offer seems too good to be true, double check it with Roblox or the partner's official website before proceeding.
What if my child has already been scammed?
Don't blame them. Change their logins (and any other shared credentials), enable 2FA, and ensure the recovery email wasn’t changed. Check linked payment methods for suspicious activity and consider contacting the bank/freezing it. If you’re worried about malware, run a scan on their machine/device from a reputable provider.