Roblox Dictionary

DEFINITION

A Roblox Account, which a User must create in order to access certain elements and functionality of the Services.

Any set of terms and conditions—other than the User Terms, Creator Terms, Roblox Community Standards, Roblox Privacy & Cookie Policy, and regional Supplemental Provisions—that applies to a User’s or Creator’s use of the Services.

Roblox, together with Roblox’s officers, directors, employees, consultants, affiliates, investors, business partners, subsidiaries and agents.

A right granted by a Creator to Roblox that allows Roblox to market and advertise the Services or Roblox using a Creator’s UGC.

The Roblox mobile application.

The process by which a User may request a review of Roblox’s decision to (i) suspend or terminate a User’s Account or access to the Services or (ii) remove UGC or other Virtual Content pursuant to a User’s violation of the Roblox Terms.

A mandatory provision within the User Terms, applicable only to Users of the Services who reside in the U.S., that requires Disputes not resolved through MIDR to be resolved through binding, individual arbitration and waives the right to a jury trial and any class action or class arbitration, as set forth in Section 11(b) of the User Terms.

An option to exchange your Earned Robux for U.S. dollars at the “Current Exchange Rate for Cash Out” set forth in the DevEx Terms.

Shenzhen Tencent Computer Systems Co., Ltd

Classic Avatar

Certain avatar models created and owned by Roblox that Roblox makes available to Creators for use solely on the Services, as set forth in Section 2(b)(iv) of the Creator Terms. See also Modified Classic Avatar.

Classic Clothing

Legacy 2D Virtual Items consisting of T-shirts, shirts, and pants designed and sold by Creators on the Services through the Avatar Shop.

For purposes of the Roblox Terms, a "Community" exists where Creators have joined together for the purpose of releasing an Experience or other Virtual Content through the Services. Communities may also be used to connect socially.

Terms of Use applicable to all Users who access the Services. They cover items such as the use of Roblox Studio, the offering of Experiences and Virtual Content, and the use of music on the Services.

Any User who creates, uploads, publishes, generates, or otherwise makes available UGC on the Services. Creators include but are not limited to Developers.

A Creator who creates, develops, and Publishes an Experience on Roblox.

DevEx Eligibility Requirements

Requirements necessary to Cash Out Earned Robux through the DevEx Program and set out in the DevEx Terms.

DevEx Terms

The terms of use that govern and outline exchange rate and the general requirements, policies, and limitations of the DevEx Program. DevEx Terms constitute Additional Terms.

DevEx Program

Stands for “Developer Exchange Program.” An exclusive, by-application-only, program through which Roblox allows approved Creators to exchange Earned Robux for real currency. This program is governed by the DevEx Terms.

Dispute

Any dispute, claim, or controversy arising under or relating in any way to the Roblox Terms, whether based in contract, tort, or any other legal or equitable basis.

Earned Robux

Robux generated by a Creator or Developer through the direct sale or other monetization (e.g., EBP) of Virtual Content or other UGC that they create (either alone or with a Community) on the Services, in compliance with the Roblox Terms and any applicable Additional Terms. Earned Robux only include Robux you have earned in complete compliance with the Roblox Terms of Use, which include the Roblox Community Standards, through the Services from the direct sale or other monetization (e.g., EBP) of Virtual Content or other UGC that you create (either alone or with a Community) on the Services or Robux awarded by Roblox in designated promotional campaigns. This includes, but is not limited to, Robux earned from:

1. Earnings from your listings in Marketplace or Creator Store,
2. Engagement Based Payouts,
3. In-experience purchases of virtual products,
4. Ad revenue in the Publisher program, and
5. Affiliate sales fees

Robux acquired in ways other than monetization of compliant Virtual Content you created (such as Robux obtained from a membership plan or referral bonus, a purchase of Robux or gift card, or trading/selling virtual goods that you did not create) are not considered Earned Robux. This includes, but is not limited to, Robux obtained from:

1. A gift card redemption or direct Robux purchase
2. A monthly Robux grant as part of Premium membership
3. Trading or resale of virtual products
4. Gamepasses sold for template experiences with no legitimate user visits
5. Violative content that was moderated

The determination of whether Robux are Earned Robux resides solely in Roblox’s discretion.

EBP

Stands for “Engagement Based Payouts;” also known as “Premium Payouts.” A means by which a Creator can generate Earned Robux based on the amount of time that Premium members spend in their Experience.

Interactive content Published on the Services by Developers for the engagement and enjoyment of Users.

Custom rules Creators make that govern Experiences and the actions of Users within those Experiences. Experience Rules are created, governed, and administered by the Experience Creator and not by Roblox.

Federal Arbitration Act (9 U.S.C. § 1 et seq.) that governs the terms of the Arbitration Agreement.

A nationwide alternative dispute resolution firm that administers all arbitration proceedings under Roblox’s MIDR process, as set forth in Section 11(b) of the User Terms.

A parent or legal guardian of a Minor User.

UGC available for acquisition by Users within a given Experience that can only be used within that Experience. In-Experience Items include but are not limited to game passes and special abilities.

Sound recordings and musical works (including sound effects) that Roblox, through a third-party license, may make available to Creators and Developers for use solely on the Services within Experiences or other UGC.

A version of Roblox Studio operated by Roblox (Shenzhen) Digital Science and Technology Co., Ltd that enables Creators and Developers in the PRC to create UGC to be Published on the Services and/or the Luobulesi Game.

The version of the Roblox platform operated by Shenzhen Tencent Computer Systems Co., Ltd for use by Users residing in PRC.

The Services marketplace through which Users may acquire Virtual Content to dress and accessorize their avatars.

Stands for “Mandatory Informal Dispute Resolution”. The process by which all User Disputes with Roblox will be governed and resolved, as set forth in Section 11 of the User Terms.

A User of the Services who is under the legal age of majority in their jurisdiction or state of residence.

Modified Classic Avatar

A Classic Avatar that has been altered, customized, and modified by a Creator pursuant to the terms as set forth in Section 2(b)(iv) of the Creator Terms.

Musical Works

A piece of music written or otherwise owned by a Creator (and/or others with whom Creator has collaborated).

The non-exclusive, limited, revocable, non-transferable license granted by Roblox to Creators in connection with their use of Other Roblox Content in connection with a Creator’s UGC and solely on the Services, as set forth in Section 2(a)(v) of the Creator Terms.

Other Roblox Content

Any content, other than Classic Avatars or Modified Classic Avatars, that Roblox creates, develops, and otherwise makes available to Creators on the Services.

Owner

The individual or entity selected by a Community to (i) represent the Community on the Services, (ii) control the email address used to register the Community, and (iii) act on behalf of the Community on the Services.

The People’s Republic of China.

PRO

Stands for “Performing Rights Organization.” An organization that represents certain Musical Works and provides intermediary functions, particularly collection of royalties, between copyright holders and parties who wish to use copyrighted works publicly.

The policy that outlines the types of information that Roblox collects about Users of the Services, how Roblox protects that information, and how that information may be used by Roblox. The Privacy Policy forms part of the User Terms.

The means by which a User or Creator creates, uploads, submits, publishes, displays, generates, transmits, or otherwise makes available UGC on the Services.

A Virtual Item available in an Experience that may be acquired “randomly” by a User.

The process by which a Roblox Premium member may resell certain Roblox-created Virtual Content on the Services and through the Avatar Shop.

The Roblox Corporation, including its designated subsidiaries: Roblox Prepaid Company LLC, Roblox Godo Kaisha or Roblox Japan, Roblox Canada Inc., Roblox UK Limited (FKA Ceebr Limited), Roblox India Services Private Limited, Roblox Korea Limited, Roblox Australia Pty Ltd, and Roblox Netherlands B.V.

Intellectual Property, including without limitation the interfaces, graphics (including without limitation Roblox Classic Avatars and Modified Classic Avatars, as defined in Section 2 of the Creator Terms), trademarks, design, information, artwork, data, code, products, software, and all other elements of the Services, including the rights therein and any derivatives thereof, all of which is owned exclusively by Roblox.

A renewing subscription that provides Users with certain additional benefits on the Services.

A free software tool that allows Creators to create, develop, modify, operate, and publish 3D Experiences, Virtual Content, and other UGC on the Services.

The terms and conditions that apply to and govern a User’s and Creator’s use of the Services. The Roblox Terms include the User Terms, Creator Terms, Roblox Community Standards, Roblox Privacy & Cookie Policy, and regional Supplemental Provisions and other Additional Terms.

A non-exclusive, personal, limited, revocable, non-transferable license granted to Creators by Roblox to use Roblox trademarks, whether registered or unregistered, solely for use in connection with the creation of Virtual Content or within Creator’s Experience(s) on the Services, as set forth in Section 2(b)(vi) of the Creator Terms.

The official currency of Roblox, which can be used to acquire Virtual Content or access to Experiences on the Services. Robux are not a substitute for real currency, do not earn interest, and have no equivalent value in real currency.

Share of Robux generated from the sale of Virtual Content to which a Creator, Seller, and Platform may be entitled. This allocation is determined by Roblox in its sole discretion and can be amended at any time.

Any service or application offered by Roblox, such as those allowing Users to develop Virtual Content, connect with others, and use Virtual Content created by you and other Users. It includes websites on the roblox.com domain, our Roblox mobile, virtual reality and Xbox, and PlayStation apps, the Roblox Player, the Roblox Studio, and our other websites, products, software, applications, content, data feeds, and other services.

The non-exclusive, limited, revocable, non-sublicensable, and non-transferable license granted by Roblox to Creators to use Roblox Studio, as set forth in Section 2(a)(ii) of the Creator Terms.

A tool made available to Creators by Roblox (generally via Roblox Studio) that serves as a starting point for Creators to create UGC. Templates are owned by Roblox and licensed to Creators for use on the Services under the Studio License.

Any content, tools, or other materials created and owned by people or companies other than Roblox that is included as part of, or made available on or off, the Services. Roblox neither controls nor takes responsibility for any Third-Party Services.

The process by which Roblox Premium members may exchange certain Virtual Content on the Services with other Roblox Premium members.

Stands for “User Generated Content.” UGC is content of any kind or nature, whether material, assets, or otherwise, that Users (including but not limited to Creators) upload to, create and publish on, or otherwise generate through or make available on the Services.

The perpetual, worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free right and license that Users and Creators grant to Roblox to use their UGC, as set forth in Section 6(b) of the User Terms and Section 2(b)(ii) of the Creator Terms.

A renewing subscription offered by a Creator that provides Users with certain additional benefits. UGC Subscriptions may only be purchased using real currency (real world money).

UGC (including Experiences) into which Licensed Music has been synchronized.

User

Any person or entity who uses or accesses the Services.

The personally identifiable information of a User.

Terms applicable to all Users which provide an overview and the associated rules for things like (i) account creation, (ii) using Robux to make purchases, (iii) trading Virtual Items, and (iv) activities prohibited on the Platform. The User Terms also cover some of the more technical legal terms that govern use of the Services, including intellectual property ownership, online safety, disclaimers and other very important legal terms.

All UGC and Roblox created content – including all Virtual Items and In-Experience Items – available for acquisition by Users on the Services. Virtual Content has no real world equivalent value and Users do not acquire any enforceable legal rights in and to any Virtual Content based on any transaction on the Services.

Any UGC or Roblox created content such as clothing or digital items for use in connection with a User’s avatar available for acquisition on the Services.