How to change your Apex Legends username

Your Apex Legends username change depends on which platform you play on. On PC, you change your username through your EA account settings, not inside the game. On PlayStation and Xbox, you change your console username itself, and Apex picks up the new name automatically. On Nintendo Switch, the process is similar to other consoles. Mobile players on Android and iOS who linked their account to EA can change it through EA's website.

The key difference: console players change their system username (which affects all games on that console), while PC and mobile players change their EA account username specifically. Neither method costs money, but console changes may take a few minutes to sync with Apex's servers.

Key Takeaways

  • PC players go to www.ea.com, sign in, find Account Settings, and change their Display Name in the Profile section.
  • PlayStation and Xbox players change their console username through system settings, and Apex updates within a few minutes.
  • Nintendo Switch players change their profile name in System Settings, and the change syncs to Apex automatically.
  • Mobile players must have linked their account to EA to change their username through the EA website.
  • You can change your username once every 30 days on most platforms, though some older accounts may have different restrictions.

Changing your username on PC

Go to www.ea.com and sign in with the email and password you use for Apex. Once logged in, click your account icon in the top right corner and select "Account" from the dropdown menu.

In the Account page, look for "Profile" on the left side menu and click it. You will see a section labeled "Display Name" — this is what appears to other players in Apex. Click the pencil icon next to your current name to edit it. Type your new username, which can be 3 to 16 characters long and can include letters, numbers, and underscores. Click "Save" when you are done.

The change takes effect when ready in Apex. If you are already in a game, you may need to restart the game client to see the new name appear to other players.

Changing your username on PlayStation

On PlayStation 4 or PlayStation 5, you change your system username, which Apex will then use. Go to Settings on your console home screen, then select "Users and Accounts." Choose "Other" and then "User Profiles," then select your profile.

Select "Edit Profile" and then "Change Name." Enter your new username (up to 16 characters, letters and numbers only), then confirm the change. Your PlayStation will ask you to wait while it updates your profile across the system.

Launch Apex Legends. Your new username should appear within a few minutes. If it still shows your old name, restart the game or sign out and back in. Note that changing your PlayStation username affects all games on your console, not just Apex.

Changing your username on Xbox

On Xbox One or Xbox Series X|S, go to your profile by pressing the Xbox button on your controller and selecting "Profile & System." Choose "Profile," then "Customize Profile," then "Gamertag."

You can change your gamertag once every 30 days for free. Enter your new gamertag (up to 15 characters), and Xbox will check if it is available. Once confirmed, the change is when ready across your console.

Launch Apex Legends. Your new gamertag will appear to other players right away. Like PlayStation, changing your Xbox gamertag affects all games on your console.

Changing your username on Nintendo Switch

On Nintendo Switch, go to System Settings from the home screen. Select "Users" and then choose your user profile. Select "Edit" and then "Nickname."

Type your new nickname (up to 10 characters) and confirm. The change takes effect when ready on your Switch. When you launch Apex Legends, your new nickname will appear to other players within a few minutes.

Changing your username on mobile

If you play Apex Legends Mobile on Android or iOS and linked your account to EA, you can change your username through the EA website. Go to www.ea.com, sign in, and follow the same steps as PC players: Account > Profile > Display Name.

If you have not linked your mobile account to EA, you will need to do that first. Open Apex Legends Mobile, go to Settings, select "Account," and choose "Link Account." Follow the prompts to connect your EA account. Once linked, you can change your display name through the EA website.

What happens if your username is taken or flagged

If the username you want is already taken, you will see an error message when you try to save it. Try a variation — add a number, change the spelling slightly, or use an underscore. Most platforms allow underscores in usernames.

If your username contains language that violates Apex's Code of Conduct, EA may force you to change it. You will receive a notification in-game or by email. You then have a set time (usually 30 days) to choose a new name. If you do not change it, you may lose access to your account until you do.

Frequently Asked Questions

How often can I change my Apex username?

Most players can change their username once every 30 days. This applies to PC, console, and mobile players. Some older accounts created before 2020 may have different restrictions — if you see a message saying you cannot change your name yet, check your account page to see when your next change becomes available.

Will changing my username affect my rank or battle pass progress?

No. Your rank, battle pass level, skins, and all other progress stay exactly the same. Only your display name changes. Other players will see your new name, but your account history and statistics remain tied to your account.

What characters can I use in my username?

On PC and mobile, you can use letters, numbers, and underscores. Usernames must be 3 to 16 characters long. On PlayStation, you can use letters and numbers only, up to 16 characters. On Xbox, gamertags can be up to 15 characters with letters and numbers. On Nintendo Switch, nicknames are limited to 10 characters.

My username changed on one platform but not the others. Why?

If you play on multiple platforms, each platform has its own username system. Changing your PC or mobile name (through EA) only affects those platforms. Changing your console username only affects that console. If you want the same name everywhere, you will need to change it on each platform separately.

Can I change my username back to my old one?

Yes, but you still have to wait 30 days between changes. If you changed your name and want to go back, you can do so after 30 days have passed since your last change. The old name must not be taken by someone else in the meantime.