Updated November 5, 2026 · By Shivam Das
Roblox’s blue Verified Badge is a trust signal, not a shortcut to better game rankings. It helps players identify notable, authentic creators, groups and public figures. For developers, the most important documented eligibility rule remains tied to an experience’s recent playtime and, for qualifying group contributors, an automatic revenue payout. Roblox’s current help information also describes separate requirements for avatar-item creators and public figures.
Quick answer: Roblox does not offer creators a normal application form for the badge. Eligible creators are notified and badges are issued periodically. For experience developers, Roblox’s published criteria include ownership of an experience with more than 1 million playtime hours in the previous 90 days, or a qualifying automatic group payout of at least 10% from that specific experience. Creators must also satisfy identity, account-security and activity checks.
Has Roblox announced a new Verified Badge requirement update?
As of November 5, 2026, the official Roblox materials reviewed for this report do not confirm a new November 2026 change to the Verified Badge eligibility thresholds or a newly announced distribution wave. The latest clearly documented experience-developer change located in Roblox’s Developer Forum is dated November 14, 2025. That update expanded eligibility to include qualifying contributors who receive a 10% or greater automatic group payout from the eligible experience.
Roblox’s current Verified Badge FAQ continues to describe monthly issuance. That means eligible creators may receive a badge in a later cycle; it does not establish that a specific new wave has just been distributed. Creators should rely on Roblox’s official FAQ and announcements rather than unverified social posts claiming that a new threshold has taken effect. A Roblox Developer Forum bug report posted on October 19, 2026 describes one creator’s difficulty receiving a badge despite claiming to meet the requirements. That is an individual community report, not confirmation of a platform-wide rollout or a policy change. Read the October 19 community report.
Current Roblox Verified Badge eligibility requirements
Roblox assesses notability as well as authenticity. Meeting a numerical threshold alone does not guarantee approval: the account must also meet Roblox’s identity, security and conduct requirements.
Experience developers
- You must own an experience with more than 1 million hours of playtime during the previous 90 days; or
- You must receive a 10% or greater recurring automatic group payout from the specific qualifying experience owned by the group.
The 10% condition is specific. Roblox’s November 2025 clarification says the payout must be an automatic per-experience group payout. A manual payment, a general group revenue share, or informal co-ownership without the qualifying automatic payout does not meet that stated contributor rule.
Avatar-item creators
Roblox’s current FAQ lists a notability threshold of at least 2 million Robux in revenue over the previous 90 days, together with at least 200,000 items sold. The FAQ allows the qualifying creator or their group to meet the stated revenue and sales criteria.
Brands and public figures
For brands and figures, Roblox’s FAQ identifies participation in its Video Stars program as the notability route. Do not assume that a large follower count on an unrelated social platform automatically qualifies an account under the current FAQ.
Identity, account security and activity checks
Notability is only one part of the decision. Roblox also needs to establish that the account is authentic and secure. Its published guidance says creators must complete ID verification, keep Authenticator enabled for two-step verification, and have been active on Roblox within the previous 180 days. Community Standards and Terms of Use compliance also matter.
Keep the distinction clear: account age verification or an age check is not automatically the same thing as receiving the public Verified Badge. The badge is a separate recognition program for notable and authentic accounts.
How are Roblox Verified Badges distributed?
For Roblox creators, the FAQ says there is no standard application process. If an account meets the criteria, Roblox will notify the creator and issue the badge. Roblox says issuance occurs once a month, so it may take up to a full monthly cycle after the requirements are met. This timing is not a promise that every qualifying account will receive a badge on a particular date.
Does the Roblox Verified Badge improve game discovery?
No. Roblox explicitly says that not having a Verified Badge does not reduce search or recommendation visibility for new or unverified creators. The badge is intended to help users distinguish authentic, notable accounts from impersonators, duplicate accounts and fan accounts. It should not be treated as a ranking factor or a growth hack.
For creators trying to grow an experience, the more useful priorities remain a strong game concept, a polished first-session experience, player retention, reliable updates, clear community communication and accurate store presentation. Verification may improve trust in the identity behind a creator profile, but it is not a substitute for a game that players want to return to.
Can a Roblox Verified Badge be removed?
Yes. Roblox says a badge can be revoked for violations of its Community Standards or Terms of Use. Its FAQ also identifies account changes that can affect badge status, including changing a username or display name, disabling Authenticator, or changing a group’s name or ownership. Selling or spoofing a badge can also make an account ineligible and lead to removal.
What creators should check now
- Review the experience’s playtime for the latest 90-day period.
- If the experience is group-owned, verify that the qualifying contributor payout is at least 10%, automatic and tied to that specific experience.
- Check that ID verification is complete and Authenticator-based two-step verification is enabled.
- Make sure the account has been active within the last 180 days.
- Review Roblox’s current Verified Badge FAQ and official Developer Forum announcements before acting on claims about a new rollout.
Official Roblox sources and related posts
- Roblox Verified Badge FAQ — official eligibility, authenticity and distribution guidance.
- Update on Verified Badge Requirements for Experiences — Roblox’s November 14, 2025 clarification on the 10% automatic payout rule.
- Introducing the Verified Badge — Roblox’s original program announcement.
Roblox’s official announcement and eligibility discussion:
Read the Roblox Developer Forum post about experience verification requirements.
Frequently asked questions
Can any Roblox creator apply for a Verified Badge?
No. Roblox says there is no standard creator application process. Eligible creators are notified by Roblox when they meet the applicable criteria.
How many playtime hours does an experience need?
The published experience-developer threshold is more than 1 million hours of playtime in the previous 90 days.
Does a group contributor qualify with a 10% manual payout?
No. Roblox’s clarification specifies a 10% or greater automatic per-experience group payout. Manual or direct payments do not satisfy that condition.
How often does Roblox issue Verified Badges?
Roblox says badges are issued once a month. The timing can mean a creator waits until a later cycle after meeting the criteria.
Does the badge help a game rank higher in search?
No. Roblox says the Verified Badge does not affect search or recommendations for new or unverified creators.
Can a creator lose a Verified Badge?
Yes. Policy violations, changes to account identity details, disabling Authenticator, or certain group changes can result in badge removal.
Bottom line: Roblox’s verified status is about authenticity and notability, not a shortcut to discovery. Creators should check the official rules, especially the 90-day playtime and automatic payout details, and avoid treating unconfirmed reports of a new November 2026 badge wave as official policy.
Reporting note: This article reflects the official Roblox help and Developer Forum information reviewed on November 5, 2026. Eligibility rules can change; check Roblox’s live guidance before making account or payout decisions.
