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Free Robux and V-Bucks scam
A video, ad or message promises free Robux, V-Bucks or rare skins. Just enter your username and password, complete a survey, or download a 'generator'.
There's no such thing as a free currency generator. These sites steal accounts, collect personal data or install malware.
What the message looks like
From: Video description: 'FREE ROBUX GENERATOR 2026 (WORKING!)'
Get 10,000 free Robux instantly! Enter your username and password, then complete quick verification.
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How this scam works
Kids are targeted because they want in-game items and may not recognize warning signs. Scammers use YouTube, TikTok, Discord and in-game chat to spread links.
Some ask kids to log in, giving scammers the account and any saved payment methods. Others make them complete 'human verification' surveys that collect phone numbers and sign them up for paid services.
Roblox and Epic Games say free currency generators are scams, and sharing your password can get your account stolen.
Parents can help without banning games. Talk with kids about the 'free currency' trick, set up parental controls and spending limits, and turn on two-step verification for game accounts. Most importantly, make sure kids know they won't be in trouble for telling you about a suspicious message.
Other tricks target young players in games: strangers offering to trade rare items if you give them your login first, fake 'admin' messages saying your account will be banned, or 'free item' links in group chats. Some scammers pose as popular YouTubers or streamers to seem trustworthy.
Downloads advertised as hacks, mods or generators can contain password-stealing malware. That malware may grab not just game accounts but saved passwords in the browser on a family computer, putting parents' accounts at risk too.
Red flags
- Promises of free Robux, V-Bucks or skins.
- Requests for passwords.
- Surveys or 'human verification'.
- Downloads of 'generators' or 'hacks'.
- Messages from strangers in games or Discord.
How to tell it’s fake
- Only buy currency from the official game store or gift cards from real retailers.
- Never share your password with anyone.
- Turn on two-step verification.
- Ask a parent before clicking links.
What to do if you clicked, paid or shared info
Don’t panic, and don’t blame yourself. These scams are built by professionals. Act quickly, one step at a time.
If you clicked a link or called back
- Close the site. Don't enter anything.
If you paid
- If payments were made, contact the game company and your card issuer.
If you shared personal info, a password or a code
- If a password was shared, change it right away and turn on two-step verification. If a file was downloaded, scan the computer.
Where to report and get help (U.S.)
If a message seems legit and you’re still not sure, get a second opinion before you act. Reporting helps stop scammers, even if money can’t be recovered. If you are in danger, call 911.
- Your bank or card issuer
Call the number on the back of your card or on your statement, not one from the message. Ask them to stop or reverse the payment and to watch the account. - Federal Trade Commission (FTC) · ReportFraud.ftc.gov
Report the scam and get a step-by-step recovery plan. - FBI Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) · ic3.gov
Report scams that happened online, especially if money was lost. Include phone numbers, websites and payment details. - AARP Fraud Watch Network Helpline · aarp.org helpline
Free, for anyone of any age: trained volunteers help you sort out next steps. 877-908-3360, Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Eastern. - IdentityTheft.gov · IdentityTheft.gov
If you shared your Social Security number or someone opened accounts in your name.
How Gmork Scam Guard would warn you
Scam Guard in Chrome and Edge on your family computer recognizes fake 'free currency' sites and game login pages. It warns kids and parents before passwords are entered or files downloaded. If an offer seems legit, ask a parent or a scam expert.
Scam Guard can miss things, so the checks above still matter. See what it warns about and what it keeps private.
Questions people ask
- Are Robux generators real?
- No. They're all scams.
- My child shared their password. What now?
- Change it right away and enable two-step verification.
- How can I protect my kids?
- Talk about scams, set spending limits and turn on parental controls.
- Are surveys for rewards safe?
- Surveys promising free currency are usually scams.
- Are game currency gift cards safe?
- Yes, if you buy them from real retailers or the official game store and redeem them on the official site or app.