There was a time when adding a friend on Roblox was a very straightforward process. While it still mostly is, Roblox has introduced several security features and replaced traditional friends with Connections.
Roblox Trusted Connections are a special category within Connections and are required to unlock features like party chat. However, the process can feel a bit complicated at first. Do not worry. This guide walks you through how to get Trusted Connections on Roblox step by step.
What Are Trusted Connections on Roblox?
Trusted Connections on Roblox are a category of connections you can freely interact with. These are people you trust the most on the platform. Once someone becomes a Trusted Connection, both of you get access to features like party voice and unfiltered chat.
To use Trusted Connections, players must complete Roblox’s age verification process. Roblox shares features based on age. For example, two age-verified users who are 18 or older get access to features that are not available to users aged 13 to 17.
Making someone a Trusted Connection is a two-way process. If either person removes or rejects the connection, both users lose access to Trusted Connection features with each other.
It is also important to note that Roblox’s Community Standards still apply. Players should avoid sharing sensitive information such as home addresses, phone numbers, or personal photos.
Roblox Trusted Connections Requirements (Age Check)
While Trusted Connections sound appealing, not everyone can access them. The most important requirement is age verification. You must be verified as 13 years or older to make or receive a Trusted Connection.
Roblox categorizes accounts into three groups: under 13, 13 to 17, and 18 and older. Your age group determines which features you can access, including how Trusted Connections work for your account.
How Age Verification Works
Verifying your age is a simple process:
- Shoot a selfie-style video: Players begin by recording a quick selfie style video skin to age verification on their phones.
- Machine Learning (ML): A sophisticated ML model estimates your age and assigns it to your account.
If the system estimates you to be under 13, certain features are automatically restricted. If you are estimated to be 13 or older, Roblox allows you to complete identity verification using a government-issued ID. Players who fail this step cannot access Trusted Connections.
How to Add Trusted Connection as a Teen (13-17)
Because of Roblox’s Community Standards, teens cannot freely make any user a Trusted Connection.
Before starting, make sure both you and the other person have completed age verification and are at least 13 years old.
- Open the Roblox app and go to the home screen. This guide uses the iOS version.
- Once there, tap the ‘+’ icon to open the Connection page.
- You will now see two methods to make someone a Connection and Trusted Connection.
- Contact Importer: Roblox will use your phone’s contacts to match you with eligible people. Once connected, the relationship will turn to Trusted Connections if you both are age-eligible.
- My QR: This method will let your friend scan your Roblox avatar ID through their phone and vice versa. This in-person verification ensures a quick upgrade to Trusted Connections, especially if you’re a teen.
After completing the steps, check your friend’s profile. If you do not see the Trusted tag, the feature may not have rolled out to your account yet, or one of you may not be age-verified.
How to Add a Trusted Connection as an Adult
Adding a Trusted Connection as an adult is usually simple, but it depends on who you are connecting with.
- Adults Connecting With Adults (18 and Older): If both users are age-verified and already connected, starting a chat is often enough. Once the requirements are met, Roblox automatically upgrades the connection to a Trusted Connection and enables Expressive Chat features.
- Adults Connecting With Teens (Ages 13 to 17): To become Trusted Connections, both users must connect through real-life verification methods such as Contact Importer or the QR method. Roblox treats these as proof of an existing relationship. Chats between adults and teens are monitored for safety.
How to Remove a Trusted Connection
A Trusted Connection can be removed at any time by either person.
- Open the profile of the person you want to remove.
- Tap Remove Trusted Connection to remove the Trusted status while keeping the connection.
- If you want to remove them completely, tap Remove Connection.
How Trusted Connections Work With Expressive Chat Features
Expressive Chat features unlock unfiltered communication options such as party voice and unrestricted chat. How these features work depends on the ages of both users.
- Ages 13 to 17: If both users are age-verified and Trusted Connections, Expressive Chat becomes available.
- Ages 18 and older: Age-verified adults automatically get access to all chat features. Trusted Connection status is not required.
- Adults and teens: Trusted Connection status is required, and users must have connected using real-life verification methods such as Contact Importer or QR scanning.
Final Thoughts
Roblox’s Trusted Connections system may seem complicated at first, but it is designed to make communication safer and more convenient. Once set up, it allows you to chat and interact more freely with people you trust.
If you are still running into issues, feel free to leave your questions in the comments, and we will help you out.
