Yes, you can change your Overwatch username through your Battle.net account

Your Overwatch username is separate from your Battle.net account name. You can change it once every 30 days at no cost. The change takes effect when ready in Overwatch, though it may take a few minutes to show up in-game if you are already logged in.

The process is straightforward: log into your Battle.net account, go to your account settings, find the "Battletag" section, and click the edit button. Type your new name and confirm. You do not need to restart Overwatch or log out and back in, though restarting the game will make the change visible right away.

Key Takeaways

  • You can change your Overwatch username (Battletag) once every 30 days for free through your Battle.net account settings.
  • The change appears when ready in your account but may take a few minutes to display in-game.
  • Your new username must be between 3 and 12 characters and cannot contain spaces or special characters other than hyphens and numbers.
  • If your desired name is taken, Battle.net will tell you when ready and you can try a different one.
  • Changing your username does not affect your rank, competitive history, or any cosmetics tied to your account.

Where to find the username change option

Log into your Battle.net account at account.battle.net. Click on "Account Settings" in the left menu. Scroll down until you see "Battletag" — this is the name that appears in Overwatch and other Blizzard games.

Next to your current Battletag, you will see an edit button (usually a pencil icon). Click it to open the change form. Type your new name and click "Save". Battle.net will check whether the name is available. If it is taken, you will see a message saying so, and you can try a different name when ready.

Rules for your new username

Your Overwatch username must be between 3 and 12 characters long. You can use letters (A–Z), numbers (0–9), and hyphens. You cannot use spaces, underscores, periods, or other special characters. Battle.net will reject the name if it breaks these rules or if it contains language the system flags as inappropriate.

Names are not case-sensitive in Overwatch — if you choose "SkyWalker", other players will see it that way, but you can log in as "skywalker" and it will work the same. Blizzard does not reserve names, so if someone else has the name you want, you cannot use it.

The 30-day waiting period between changes

After you change your username, you must wait 30 days before you can change it again. This timer starts the moment you save the change. If you try to change it before 30 days have passed, Battle.net will show you a countdown telling you when you can change it next.

The 30-day rule applies to each change separately. If you change your name on day one, you can change it again on day 31. If you change it again on day 31, your next change window opens on day 61. There is no way to reset this timer or change it faster.

What stays the same when you change your username

Your rank, competitive points, season rewards, and all cosmetics (skins, emotes, sprays, voice lines) stay attached to your account. Other players will see your new name in matches, but your match history and statistics remain under your account. If you were on a team or in a clan, your membership does not change.

Friends will see your new name the next time they log in or refresh their friends list. If you are in the middle of a competitive match when you change your name, you may need to restart Overwatch to see the change reflected in-game, though the change is already active on Blizzard's servers.

If your desired name is already taken

Battle.net checks availability in real time as you type. If the name you want is taken, you will see a message saying "This Battletag is unavailable." You can when ready try a different name without waiting or paying anything.

There is no waitlist or reservation system for usernames. If you want a specific name that is currently taken, your only option is to check back later and hope the person using it changes their name or stops playing. Some players add numbers to the end of a name they want — for example, "SkyWalker42" instead of "SkyWalker" — to increase the chance of finding something available.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I have to pay to change my Overwatch username?

No. Changing your Battletag is free. Blizzard does not charge for username changes, and there are no hidden fees or premium options.

Will my friends still see me after I change my name?

Yes. You will still appear on their friends list under your new name. They may not recognize you at first, but your account is the same — only the display name changes.

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

No. You must wait 30 days between changes. If you try to change it sooner, Battle.net will show you how many days are left before you can change it again.

What happens if I use a name that gets reported as inappropriate?

Blizzard can force you to change your name if it violates their code of conduct. You will receive a notification in your account, and you will be required to choose a new name the next time you log in. This forced change does not count against your 30-day timer.

Is my Battle.net account name the same as my Overwatch username?

No. Your Battle.net account name (the email or username you use to log in) is different from your Battletag (the name other players see in Overwatch). You can change your Battletag, but your account login name is separate and has different rules.