Robux is Roblox's virtual currency. You can spend it on cosmetic items for your avatar, on upgrades inside games, on Roblox Studio assets, and on subscriptions. You can't spend it on the platform itself — Roblox is free.
How to get Robux legitimately
There are only two legitimate sources.
- Buy Robux on roblox.com, through the official mobile app, or through your console store.
- Earn Robux by building experiences or selling avatar items through Roblox's Developer Exchange program.
Roblox Premium
Premium is a monthly subscription that gives you a recurring Robux stipend, plus a small discount on additional purchases, plus access to trading. If you spend on Robux regularly, Premium is usually cheaper than one-off purchases.
What you can spend Robux on
- Avatar items — clothing, accessories, animations.
- In-game upgrades like new vehicles, weapons, pets, or VIP servers.
- Game passes that unlock special abilities inside specific games.
- Developer assets inside Roblox Studio.
Why "free Robux" sites are scams
There is no legitimate way to get free Robux. Every website, video, or app that promises it is one of: a phishing site that steals your password, a survey scam that pays the operator instead of you, or an exploit that gets your account banned. Central Roblox will never promote free-Robux sites.
Refunds and parental approval
Roblox follows the refund policy of the store where you bought Robux (Apple, Google, Microsoft, Sony). Parents can require approval for every purchase via Account Restrictions — see our parental controls guide.
Common mistakes
- Entering your password on a fake "Robux generator" — this is the #1 way Roblox accounts get stolen.
- Buying Robux through random third-party resellers — only official stores are safe.
Frequently asked questions
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