Error code 403 on Roblox could be caused due to corrupt files or databases, missing assets and system permission issues.

In this article, we’ve discussed 12 ways to fix the Roblox error code 403.

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Check the assets

If you’re getting this error while accessing an asset on Roblox, it’s quite possible that the said asset is either corrupted or modified.

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Reset host files

If you’re facing the Roblox error code 403 on Windows 10, you can also try resetting host files back to default following the steps below.

• Open Notepad on your PC.
• Copy the following text and paste it into the text file.

# Copyright (c) 1993-2006 Microsoft Corp. # # This is a sample HOSTS file used by Microsoft TCP/IP for Windows. # # This file contains the mappings of IP addresses to host names. Each # entry should be kept on an individual line. The IP address should # be placed in the first column followed by the corresponding host name. # The IP address and the host name should be separated by at least one # space. # # Additionally, comments (such as these) may be inserted on individual # lines or following the machine name denoted by a '#' symbol. # # For example: # # 102.54.94.97 rhino.acme.com # source server # 38.25.63.10 x.acme.com # x client host # localhost name resolution is handle within DNS itself. # 127.0.0.1 localhost # ::1 localhost

• Save the file text file as hosts.
• Search for %WinDir%\System32\Drivers\Etc and open the folder.
• Rename the existing Hosts file to Hosts.old.
• Copy the newly created hosts file above to %WinDir%\System32\Drivers\Etc folder.
• Select Continue if prompted to enter the admin password.

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Check if your IP has been blocked

Another common reason you’re getting the Roblox 403 error could be that your IP or range of IP addresses have been blocked from accessing the website. Contact Roblox to check if your IPs are banned.

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Delete Roblox cache (Mac)

Once again, deleting old and corrupt cache files can kickstart Roblox.

Step 1: Click Go in your toolbar at the top and select Go to Folder.

Step 2: Enter the following path and click Go.

~/Library/caches

Step 3: Delete everything present in the folder.

Now try restarting Roblox again, and it should work just fine. 

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Delete app data (Windows)

Clearing out the app’s cache and files will force the program to re-download them and eliminate any corrupt files that may be causing this issue in the process. 

Step 1: Open the Run prompt using Windows Key + R, type in %appdata% and hit enter.

Step 2: Delete the Roblox folder in the directory.

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Run a SFC Scan

Corrupt files are the number one reason your PC might behave weirdly. Here’s how you can get rid of them and potentially resolve Roblox error code 403.

Step 1: Press the Windows Key + S to open the Cortana/Search box and search for Powershell. Open Windows Powershell from the search results.

Step 2: Type sfc /scannow to scan your system for issues. 

Step 3: If the SFC scan finds any problems, use the following command to resolve them. 

DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth

Restart your PC, and the Roblox error code 403 should be gone.

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Run an antivirus scan

Here’s how you can run a full scan on your PC using Windows Security.

Step 1: Press the Windows key and search for Windows Security. Click the corresponding search result. 

Step 2: Click Virus & threat protection. 

Step 3: Click Scan options. 

Step 4: Select Full scan and click Scan now to start scanning your PC for malware. 

Now restart your PC, and the high CPU usage caused by the error code 403 on Roblox should be resolved.

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Disable antivirus

Overly aggressive third-party antivirus or antimalware programs can sometimes cause problems. In such cases, try temporarily disabling your antivirus to see if that makes a change. 

Check out our detailed guide on how to disable antivirus in Windows here.

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Disable VPN

Geo-restrictions often get in the way of software experiences. If you’re playing Roblox with a VPN connection, chances are the VPN itself is interfering with Roblox’s update system, and there’s a region conflict in which your IP address is placed due to the VPN and the update Roblox is sending you. Try disabling the VPN to see if Roblox works.

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Check Firewall

Sometimes the Windows Firewall can get in the way of programs trying to access the internet, which can very well be the case here. Try temporarily disabling your firewall to see if Roblox starts working properly.

You can check out how to use the Windows Firewall here

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Try modifying the registry

Step 1: Press the Windows key + R to open the Run prompt. Type regedit and hit enter. 

• Then, right-click on HKEY_CURRENT_USER and HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE SOFTWARE one after the other.
• Choose Permissions from the dropdown menu.
• Click on the tickbox below Allow to five complete control to the user.
• Then click on Ok.
• Restart Roblox..

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Uninstall/reinstall Roblox

If resetting didn’t help, try removing Roblox and installing it again to see if that resolves your issue. 

Step 1: Press the Windows key + X and click on Apps and Features. 

Step 2: Find Roblox in the list and click Uninstall. 

Now reinstall the program from the Microsoft Store and check if that resolves the error code 403 in Roblox.

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