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Roblox is owned by its shareholders: Roblox Corporation is a public company listed on the New York Stock Exchange as RBLX, so no single person or company owns it outright. Co-founder and CEO David Baszucki is the largest individual shareholder, while big institutional investors such as Vanguard, Fidelity (FMR), Capital Research and BlackRock hold most of the shares.
Key facts at a glance
- The company is Roblox Corporation, based in San Mateo, California, and founded in 2004.
- Its Class A shares trade on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker RBLX.
- Stock-data sites put institutions at roughly three quarters or more of the shares, with insiders at around 10 percent.
- David Baszucki is reported as the largest individual holder at about 6 to 7 percent, and his brother Gregory Baszucki also holds a stake.
- Ownership percentages change every quarter, so any figure is only a snapshot.
Who owns Roblox?
Because Roblox is publicly traded, ownership is spread across thousands of investors. Anyone who buys RBLX shares owns a small part of the company. The largest holders are usually investment firms that manage mutual funds, index funds and pensions, so ordinary savers often own Roblox indirectly through their retirement or fund accounts.
Who are the biggest Roblox shareholders?
- Institutional investors: Funds from The Vanguard Group, FMR (Fidelity), Capital Research and Management and BlackRock appear near the top of shareholder lists, each holding mid single-digit percentages.
- Insiders: Executives and board members collectively hold about a tenth of the shares.
- David Baszucki: The co-founder and chief executive, listed around 6.8 percent in recent stock-data summaries.
- General public: Individual investors hold roughly a tenth of the shares.
These numbers come from third-party stock data pages and change when funds trade, so check Roblox’s SEC filings for exact current figures.
Is Roblox owned by Microsoft, Tencent or Epic?
No. Roblox is an independent public company. It has partnerships, including a long-running arrangement with Tencent for the Roblox business in China, but partnerships are not ownership. Microsoft does not own Roblox, although Roblox runs on Xbox, and Epic Games makes Fortnite, which is a separate company.
Who created Roblox?
Roblox was started by David Baszucki and Erik Cassel in the mid-2000s. Baszucki has led the company as chief executive for most of its history, and the company went public in 2021. For the full history, see our guide on who made Roblox.
Who runs Roblox day to day?
Roblox Corporation is run by an executive team and a board of directors, led by Baszucki as CEO. The company employs engineers, safety and policy teams, community managers and finance staff, while the experiences themselves are built by millions of independent creators who earn Robux from them.
How does Roblox make money?
Most revenue comes from players buying Robux. Roblox keeps a share of what creators earn on the platform, pays creators the rest, and also earns from subscriptions and advertising partnerships. Because it earns when players spend, safety rules and parental controls matter to both families and investors.
Key terms explained
- Public company: A company whose shares are bought and sold on a stock exchange.
- Institutional investor: A fund or organization that invests money for many people.
- Ticker symbol: The short code, here RBLX, that identifies a stock.
Why does Roblox ownership matter to players?
Ownership shapes how the company is run. Because Roblox is public, it reports earnings every quarter, answers to investors and publishes legal filings that describe risks, safety spending and user numbers. Those documents are a reliable place to read about the business, including how many people play each day and how much creators earn, rather than relying on rumors in videos or social posts.
What happened when Roblox went public?
Roblox listed on the New York Stock Exchange in March 2021 through a direct listing, meaning existing shareholders sold shares without the company issuing new ones in a traditional offering. Before that, venture investors, early employees and founders held the company privately. After the listing, shares became available to anyone with a brokerage account.
Who sits on the board?
A board of directors oversees the executive team. It includes David Baszucki and independent directors drawn from technology, media and finance. Board membership can change at annual meetings, so use the latest proxy statement from Roblox’s investor relations page to see the current list instead of trusting an old article.
How do you check current ownership yourself?
- Search the SEC EDGAR database for Roblox Corporation filings.
- Read the most recent proxy statement for insider holdings.
- Look at 13F filings to see which funds hold shares.
- Compare two or three stock-data sites, since each updates on a different schedule.
Do creators own what they build on Roblox?
Creators keep rights to their original work under Roblox’s terms, while granting Roblox licenses to host and run it. That is separate from company ownership. Developers can earn Robux and convert eligible earnings to real money, but owning a popular game does not give them shares in the company itself.
Common myths about Roblox ownership
- It belongs to Microsoft: It does not, although Roblox runs on Xbox.
- Tencent controls it: Tencent has a regional partnership, not control.
- One billionaire owns it: The founder is wealthy on paper, but he holds a minority share.
- It is a nonprofit or school project: It is a for-profit public corporation.
Frequently asked questions
Who owns Roblox?
Roblox Corporation is publicly traded, so it is owned by shareholders, led by large investment funds and co-founder David Baszucki.
Is Roblox owned by a Chinese company?
No. Roblox is a US company. It has a partnership with Tencent for China, but Tencent does not own Roblox.
Does one person own Roblox?
No. Even the largest individual holder owns a single-digit percentage.
Where is Roblox based?
San Mateo, California.
Can I buy Roblox stock?
It trades as RBLX on the NYSE, but this is not investment advice, and you should speak with a licensed advisor before investing.
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Sources and further reading
Information on this page was compiled from Roblox official help and announcements, Roblox Corporation press releases, and recent coverage from gaming and technology publications. Roblox changes features, prices and policies often, so confirm important details in the official Roblox Help Center.
Last reviewed: November 5, 2026.