Change your username through the main menu

Open Among Us on your phone and tap the settings icon — it looks like a gear and sits in the upper right corner of the main menu screen. From there, tap Customize, then select the name field at the top where your current username appears. Delete the old name and type in your new one, then tap outside the text box or press the checkmark to save the change.

Your new username takes effect when ready in the game lobby and in any room you join next. Other players will see the updated name the moment you enter a game. If you are already in a game when you change your name, you may need to leave and rejoin for the change to show up for other players in that specific room.

The username field accepts letters, numbers, and most common symbols. Among Us does not filter or block most character choices, though extremely long names may be cut off in the chat or player list depending on screen size. Keep your name under 10 characters if you want it to display fully on smaller phone screens.

Key Takeaways

  • Tap the settings gear icon on the main menu, then Customize, then edit the name field to change your username when ready.
  • Your new name shows up when ready in the lobby and in new games, though you may need to rejoin the current game for it to update for other players.
  • Usernames can include letters, numbers, and symbols, but names longer than 10 characters may get cut off on smaller screens.
  • You can change your username as many times as you want with no restrictions or cooldown period between changes.
  • Your username is separate from your account name — changing it does not affect your login credentials or saved cosmetics.

Where the name field appears in Customize

When you open the Customize menu, the name field is the first thing you see at the top of the screen, above all the cosmetic options like hats, skins, and pets. It is a white text box with your current name already filled in. Tap directly on the text to select it, then use your phone's keyboard to edit.

If you do not see a name field in Customize, make sure you are on the latest version of Among Us. Older versions of the mobile app sometimes had the name setting in a different location or required you to set it during initial setup. Check your app store for updates if the menu looks different from what is described here.

What happens to your old username

Your old username disappears completely once you save the new one. Other players cannot see your previous names, and there is no history of past usernames attached to your account. If you change your mind and want to use an old name again, you can straightforward type it back in and save it.

Changing your username does not affect your cosmetics, your account progress, or your statistics. Your hats, skins, pets, and any cosmetics you have unlocked or purchased stay with your account. Other players will not be able to track that you changed your name unless they were already in a game with you and notice the difference.

Restrictions and limits on usernames

Among Us places almost no restrictions on what you can name yourself. You can use the same username as another player — the game does not require unique names. You can change your username as often as you want with no waiting period between changes. There is no character limit enforced by the game itself, though very long names will straightforward be cut off when displayed in chat or player lists.

The only practical limit is readability. If your name is longer than 15 characters, it will likely be truncated in the player list or chat window depending on your phone's screen size. Names with special characters or emojis may not display correctly on all devices, so stick to standard letters and numbers if you want your name to look the same for everyone.

Changing your name on different devices

If you play Among Us on both a phone and a tablet, or if you switch between Android and iOS, you will need to change your username separately on each device. Among Us does not sync usernames across devices — your account itself is linked, but the display name is stored locally on each phone or tablet.

This means you could have one username on your Android phone and a different one on your iPad. To keep them the same, change the name through Customize on each device individually. The same process applies: open settings, tap Customize, edit the name field, and save.

Troubleshooting if the name will not save

If you type a new name but it does not save, try closing the Customize menu completely and reopening it. Sometimes the game needs a moment to register the change. If the name still shows as your old one, close Among Us entirely and reopen the app.

If the problem continues, check that you have enough storage space on your phone — Among Us needs a small amount of free space to save your settings. You can also try uninstalling and reinstalling the app, which will preserve your account and cosmetics but will reset local settings like your username. After reinstalling, set your username again through Customize.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use special characters or emojis in my username?

Yes, the game accepts most special characters and emojis. However, they may not display correctly on all phones, especially older devices or different operating systems. Stick to letters and numbers if you want your name to look the same for everyone in your games.

Does changing my username affect my account or cosmetics?

No. Your username is purely cosmetic and separate from your account login. All your hats, skins, pets, and unlocked items stay with your account regardless of what name you choose to display.

Will other players see my old username if I change it?

No. Once you change your username, only the new name appears in games. Other players have no way to see what your previous usernames were unless they were already playing with you and remember the old name.

Can two players have the same username?

Yes. Among Us does not require usernames to be unique, so multiple players can have identical names. The game identifies players by account, not by username, so this does not cause any technical problems.

How long does it take for my new username to show up in games?

Your new username appears when ready in the lobby after you save it. If you are already in an active game, you may need to leave and rejoin for other players to see the updated name in that specific room.