Change your username before you start a game

To change your username in Among Us, open the game and look at the main menu. You'll see your current name displayed at the top of the screen. Tap or click on your name directly — this opens a text field where you can type a new one. Type what you want to be called, then confirm the change. The new name takes effect the next time you join a game.

The process is the same whether you're playing on mobile (iOS or Android) or on PC through Steam. Your username is not tied to your device or account — it's just what other players see when you're in a lobby or during a game. You can change it as many times as you want, and there's no cooldown between changes.

Key Takeaways

  • Tap or click your current username on the main menu to open the text field and type a new name.
  • Your new username appears in the next game you join, not when ready in the menu.
  • You can change your username whenever you want with no waiting period between changes.
  • Username changes work the same way on mobile and PC — the method doesn't vary by platform.
  • Your username is separate from any account login and doesn't affect your game progress or settings.

Where to find your username on each platform

On mobile (iPhone or Android), launch Among Us and look at the top center of the main menu screen. Your current username appears in white text. Tap directly on the name to select it and open the editing box.

On PC via Steam, the username field is in the same location — top center of the main menu. Click on your name to highlight it, then type your new username. The text field works the same way as mobile, though you use your keyboard instead of tapping.

If you don't see a name field at all, make sure you've fully loaded the main menu. Sometimes the game takes a few seconds to display all elements after launching. Close and reopen the game if the name field doesn't appear.

What happens after you change your name

Once you type a new username and confirm it, the change is saved when ready. However, other players won't see your new name until you actually join a game. If you're already in a lobby with the old name showing, leave the lobby and rejoin — your new name will display when you come back.

If you're in the middle of a game when you change your username, the old name stays visible to other players for the rest of that round. The new name appears in the next game you play. This means you can't change your name mid-game to confuse other players or hide your identity during an active round.

Restrictions and things to know about usernames

Among Us doesn't restrict most characters in usernames, but the game does have a character limit — your name can be up to 10 characters long. If you try to type something longer, the game won't let you confirm the change. Spaces count as characters, so a name like "Cool Player" uses 11 characters and won't work.

The game allows numbers, letters, and most symbols. There's no profanity filter built into the username field itself, though other players can report you if your name violates the community guidelines. Keep in mind that anything you type will be visible to everyone in your lobbies.

Your username is not permanent. You can change it before every single game if you want. There's no penalty for changing your name frequently, and you won't lose any progress, cosmetics, or settings when you do.

Troubleshooting if you can't change your username

If tapping or clicking your name doesn't open the text field, try closing the game completely and reopening it. Sometimes the menu doesn't fully load on the first try, and a fresh start fixes the problem.

If you're playing on mobile and the text field opens but won't let you type, check that your keyboard is working. Try typing in another app first to make sure your device's keyboard is responsive. Then go back to Among Us and try again.

On PC, if clicking your name doesn't work, make sure you're clicking directly on the text itself, not on empty space around it. The clickable area is sometimes smaller than it appears. If that doesn't work, verify that your mouse is working by clicking elsewhere in the menu, then try the username field again.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use the same username as someone else?

Yes. Among Us doesn't require unique usernames, so multiple players can have the same name. This can make it confusing in lobbies, but the game allows it. If you want to stand out, choose a name that's less common.

Does changing my username affect my cosmetics or game progress?

No. Your cosmetics, hats, skins, and pets stay with your device or account regardless of what name you use. Changing your username is purely cosmetic and doesn't touch any of your progress or purchases.

What's the shortest username I can have?

You can have a username that's just one character long — a single letter or number works fine. There's no minimum length requirement, only the maximum of 10 characters.

If I change my username, will my friends still see me in their recent players list?

Your friends will see your new username the next time you play together. The recent players list updates to show your current name, not the old one you used before.

Can I change my username while I'm in a lobby waiting for a game to start?

You can change it, but you'll need to leave the lobby first. Open the menu, change your name, then rejoin the lobby. Your new name will show when you come back in.