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WatchWord · Ages 9-17 · In use

executor

An unofficial program that runs cheat code inside Roblox games. Kids who use one are called exploiters.

He's flying across the map, he's definitely using an executor.

For parents and educators

Using one breaks Roblox's rules and can get an account deleted. The bigger risk is the download itself: security companies warn that many executors carry malware that steals passwords and data from the whole computer, including a parent's.

If you’re worried

If your child downloaded one, run a security scan, change passwords on that device starting with email and banking, and turn on two-step verification. Ask calmly where they found it, so you know what else to check. If accounts or money were stolen, report it to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre at 1-888-495-8501.

Where it came from

Roblox cheating communities. Kids usually hear about them on YouTube, Discord and forums.

Also heard as

Roblox executor, exploits, exploiting, exploiter, scripts

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