Change your Battle.net username through the Account Settings page

You can change your Battle.net username by logging into your account on Battle.net, going to Account Settings, and selecting the option to change your username. The process takes a few minutes and the new name becomes active when ready. You'll use this new username to log in to all Blizzard games going forward.

Your Battle.net username is different from your in-game character names. Changing your Battle.net username does not rename any of your game characters — those stay the same unless you rename them separately within each game.

Key Takeaways

  • Log into Battle.net on a web browser, navigate to Account Settings, and find the username change option under your profile details.
  • Your new username takes effect when ready and becomes your login credential for all Blizzard games and services.
  • Character names in World of Warcraft, Diablo, Overwatch, and other games remain unchanged when you change your Battle.net username.
  • You can change your username once every 30 days, and the new name must be between 3 and 16 characters with no spaces or special characters.

Step-by-step: changing your username on the website

Open a web browser and go to Battle.net. Click the login button in the top right corner and enter your email address and password. Once you're logged in, look for your account name or profile icon in the top right — click it to open a dropdown menu.

From the dropdown, select "Account Settings." On the Account Settings page, look for a section labeled "Profile" or "Account Information." You should see your current Battle.net username displayed here. Next to it, there will be a link or button that says "Change" or "Edit" — click that button.

Type your new username into the text field. Battle.net will show you whether the name is available as you type. Once you've entered a name that's available and you're happy with it, click the "Save" or "Confirm" button. Your new username is now active.

Username rules and restrictions

Your new Battle.net username must be between 3 and 16 characters long. You can use letters (A–Z), numbers (0–9), and underscores, but no spaces or special characters like hyphens, periods, or symbols. Battle.net will reject names that contain profanity or impersonate Blizzard staff.

You can change your username once every 30 days. If you changed it recently, you'll see a message telling you when you can change it again. This cooldown applies even if you change it back to a previous name.

What happens to your games and friends after you change your username

Your friends list stays intact. People who have you added as a friend will still see you on their friends list after you change your username — the change is automatic on their end and they don't need to re-add you.

Your game library, achievements, and progress in all Blizzard games remain exactly the same. You'll log in with your new username, but everything you've earned and purchased is still there. Character names in World of Warcraft, Diablo, Overwatch, and other games do not change — only your Battle.net login name changes.

If you can't find the username change option

Make sure you're logged into Battle.net on the official website (Battle.net, not through a game launcher). Some older accounts or accounts with restrictions may not show the username change option when ready. If you don't see it after logging in and navigating to Account Settings, try logging out completely, closing your browser, and logging back in.

If the option still doesn't appear, your account may have a restriction in place. This can happen if there's a dispute on the account, if it's been flagged for unusual activity, or if it's very new. Contact Blizzard Support through the Battle.net website — they can tell you whether your account has any restrictions and help you resolve them.

Changing your username through the Battle.net app

You can also change your username through the Battle.net desktop app. Open the app and click your account name or profile icon in the top right corner. Select "Account Settings" from the menu. The steps from there are the same as on the website — find the username change option under your profile information and enter your new name.

Whether you change it on the website or in the app, the new username takes effect when ready across all platforms and all Blizzard games.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my username back to what it was before?

Yes, but you have to wait 30 days between changes. If you changed your username and want to switch back, you can do so after the 30-day cooldown expires. The old name counts as a new change, so you'll have another 30-day wait before your next change.

Will my in-game character names change when I change my Battle.net username?

No. Your Battle.net username and your character names are separate. Changing your Battle.net username does not rename any characters in World of Warcraft, Diablo, Overwatch, or any other game. If you want to rename a character, you do that within the game itself.

What if the username I want is already taken?

Battle.net will tell you when ready when you type in the username field whether it's available. If it's taken, try a variation — adding a number, an underscore, or a different spelling. You can keep trying different names until you find one that's available.

Do I need to change my password when I change my username?

No. Your password stays the same. You'll log in with your new username and your existing password. You don't need to update anything else on your account.