Roblox changed the way friends and communication work in 2026, and one of the biggest additions is Trusted Friends.
Trusted Friends are different from regular Roblox friends.
They are designed for people you actually know and trust, and they can unlock additional communication features depending on your age, region and account eligibility.
If you are wondering how to add Trusted Friends on Roblox, here is the current process.
What Are Trusted Friends on Roblox?#
Trusted Friends are a special group inside your normal Roblox friends list.
Roblox originally used terms such as Connections and Trusted Connections, but the platform changed the naming back to Friends and Trusted Friends in 2026.
Trusted Friends can unlock additional communication options between eligible age-checked users.
The exact features depend on your age group.
For example, eligible users 13 and older can receive expanded communication options with Trusted Friends.
You Need an Age Check First#
Before Trusted Friend options appear, Roblox requires you to complete an age check.
Roblox currently supports age checks through methods such as:
- Facial Age Estimation
- ID Verification where eligible
If your account has not completed an age check, you may not see an Add trusted friend option at all.
Read the official Roblox Trusted Friends instructions if you want to compare the options available to your account.
Method 1: Add a Trusted Friend from Their Profile#
For eligible users, the simplest method may appear directly on a friend's profile.
- Open your friend's Roblox profile.
- Select the three-dot menu.
- Look for Add trusted friend.
- Review the information Roblox displays.
- Send the request.
- Your friend may need to accept it.
Age and parental approval rules can change which steps appear.
Users under 13 generally need parental approval for each Trusted Friend request.
Method 2: Use a Live QR Code#
For eligible age-checked users, Roblox also supports live QR scanning.
To find your QR code:
- Open Roblox.
- Go to Home.
- Select the Add Friends "+" option.
- Choose My QR.
- Have your friend scan the QR code live.
You can scan using your device camera or the scanner inside Roblox where available.
There is an important difference between a live scan and simply sending someone a screenshot.
Roblox states that scanning a screenshot of the QR code may only add the person as a regular friend rather than establishing the stronger real-life connection used for Trusted Friends.
Method 3: Add Trusted Friends from Contacts#
Eligible users aged 13–17 can use Roblox's contact importer on supported mobile devices.
The basic process is:
- Open Roblox Home.
- Select Add Friends.
- Choose Contacts.
- Find an eligible person from your phone contacts.
- Follow the Roblox prompts.
Contact importing is particularly useful because it helps Roblox establish that the people already have an off-platform connection.
Method 4: Use a Trusted Friend Invite Link#
Age-checked users 13+ may also receive an option to create a Trusted Friend invitation link.
To use it:
- Open your friend's profile.
- Select the three-dot menu.
- Choose Add trusted friend.
- Select the option to add through a link.
- Send the link to your friend.
- Your friend accepts the request.
Roblox currently says these invitation links can expire, so do not expect an old link to remain valid forever.
Trusted Friends for Users Under 13#
Younger users can also have Trusted Friends, but parental controls play a larger role.
For users 12 or younger, a linked parent generally needs to approve individual Trusted Friend requests.
The other person may also require approval depending on their age.
This is intentional.
Trusted Friends can unlock additional communication capabilities, so Roblox places additional protections around younger accounts.
Trusted Friends Between Parents and Children#
Roblox has also made it easier for families to connect.
If:
- the parent and child are both age-checked
- their accounts are linked
- they are already Roblox friends
Roblox can automatically upgrade that relationship to Trusted Friends.
Why Can't I See Add Trusted Friend?#
There are several possible reasons.
You Have Not Completed an Age Check#
Trusted Friends require age checking.
The Feature Is Not Available in Your Region Yet#
Roblox says availability can still vary by country.
Your Age Group Requires Parent Approval#
Younger accounts may need a linked parent before the request can be completed.
Your Roblox App Is Outdated#
Update Roblox if newer social options do not appear.
The Other User Is in a Different Age Group#
Some cross-age Trusted Friend relationships require stronger real-life connection methods such as contacts, a live QR scan or other approval.
How to See Your Trusted Friends#
Roblox shows a Trusted indicator for eligible relationships.
You can also open your Friends area and use the Trusted filter where available.
Trusted status may additionally appear:
- on profiles
- inside Roblox Chat
- inside supported experience communication features
Can You Remove a Trusted Friend?#
Yes.
Trusted Friend status is not permanent.
Open the person's profile and use the option to remove or downgrade the Trusted Friend relationship.
You can also remove the person from your friends list completely.
Trusted Friends and Roblox Chat#
Trusted Friends are especially important because Roblox communication is increasingly based around age-checked relationships.
If you are having problems chatting even after adding friends, read our Why Can't I Chat on Roblox guide.
If Roblox has placed you into the wrong age group, our Roblox Age Verification Wrong Age guide explains what you can do.
Frequently Asked Questions#
How do I add Trusted Friends on Roblox?#
Complete an age check first, then use the options available to your account such as profile requests, live QR scanning, contacts or invite links.
Why don't I have Trusted Friends on Roblox?#
Your account may not be age-checked, the feature may not yet be available in your region or parental approval may be required.
Can I add a Trusted Friend with a QR code?#
Yes. Eligible users can use Roblox's live QR system.
Can users under 13 have Trusted Friends?#
Yes, but parental approval is generally required for individual requests.
Is a Trusted Friend the same as a normal Roblox friend?#
No. Trusted Friends are a special subset of friends designed for people you know and trust.
Final Thoughts#
Adding Trusted Friends on Roblox is more important in 2026 because age checks and trusted relationships now control more communication features.
Start by completing your Roblox age check.
Then use the profile, live QR, contacts or invitation options available to your age group.
And remember: only mark someone as trusted when they are actually someone you know and trust.
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