You can change your Letterboxd username once every 30 days through your account settings

Letterboxd lets you change your username from your account page, but the site enforces a 30-day waiting period between changes. This means if you changed your username last month, you'll have to wait until the same date this month to change it again. The process itself takes less than a minute — you enter a new username, confirm it's available, and save.

The username is different from your display name. Your username is what appears in your profile URL (letterboxd.com/username/) and is used when other people mention you. Your display name is what shows on your reviews and lists, and you can change that anytime without restrictions.

Key Takeaways

  • You can change your Letterboxd username once every 30 days from your account settings page.
  • Your username and display name are separate — you can change your display name when ready, but your username has the 30-day limit.
  • If your desired username is taken, you'll see that message when ready and need to choose a different one.
  • Old links to your profile using your previous username will stop working after you change it.

Steps to change your username

Log into Letterboxd and go to your account settings. On the left side of the page, click "Account" under your profile menu. Look for the "Username" field — this is separate from the "Name" field above it.

Click the edit button next to your current username. Type your new username in the box that appears. Letterboxd will tell you when ready if the username is already taken or if it contains characters that aren't allowed. Usernames can include letters, numbers, hyphens, and underscores, but not spaces or special characters like periods or apostrophes.

Once you've entered a username that's available, click "Save" or "Update". The change takes effect right away. If you see a message saying you've changed your username recently, you'll need to wait until the 30-day period has passed before you can change it again.

What happens to your old username after you change it

When you change your username, your old one becomes available for someone else to claim. This means if you change from "filmfan42" to "filmfan2024", another user could sign up and take "filmfan42" the next day.

Any links that pointed to your old profile URL will no longer work. If you shared your Letterboxd profile link on social media or in a forum, those links will break. You'll need to update them with your new username. However, your account itself, your reviews, your lists, and your followers all stay with you — only the web address changes.

Changing your display name instead of your username

If you want to change how your name appears on your reviews and lists but don't want to wait 30 days, change your display name instead. Go to the same Account settings page and look for the "Name" field at the top. This is what people see when they read your reviews.

You can change your display name as often as you want with no waiting period. This is useful if you want to keep your username stable (so your profile URL doesn't change) but want to update how you're referred to on the site. For example, you could keep the username "filmfan42" but change your display name to "Alex" or "Alex's Film Reviews".

Usernames you should avoid

Letterboxd won't let you use a username that's already taken, but the site also blocks certain words and phrases. Usernames that contain slurs, explicit sexual content, or impersonations of real people or celebrities will be rejected. The site also doesn't allow usernames that look like they're trying to impersonate Letterboxd staff or official accounts.

If you're trying to use a username and it keeps getting rejected but you're not sure why, try a different variation. Adding a number or hyphen to your preferred name usually solves the problem. If you believe a username was rejected in error, you can contact Letterboxd support through the help section of the site.

If you can't remember when you last changed your username

Letterboxd shows you when you're may be able to access to change your username again. If you try to change it and see a message like "You can change your username again on [date]", that tells you exactly when the 30-day period ends. Mark that date on your calendar if you want to change it again.

If you've never changed your username before, you can change it right now. The 30-day timer only starts after your first change. So if you signed up with a username you don't like, you can fix it when ready — just remember you won't be able to change it again for another month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my username more than once every 30 days?

No. Letterboxd enforces a strict 30-day waiting period between username changes. If you change your username, you must wait 30 days from that date before you can change it again. This policy applies to all users regardless of account type.

Will my followers and reviews disappear if I change my username?

No. Your account, followers, reviews, lists, and all your activity stay with you when you change your username. Only the web address of your profile changes. Your followers will still see you as the same person — the username change doesn't affect your account history or connections.

What if someone takes my old username after I change it?

Old usernames become available when ready after you change yours, so another user could claim it. There's no way to reserve or reclaim a username you've already used. If you think you might want to use a username again in the future, keep that in mind before changing it.

Can I use special characters like periods or apostrophes in my username?

No. Letterboxd usernames can only contain letters, numbers, hyphens, and underscores. Spaces, periods, apostrophes, and other special characters aren't allowed. If your desired username includes these characters, you'll need to remove them or substitute a hyphen or underscore.