You can change your Epic Games username once every 14 days through your account settings
To change your username, log into your Epic Games account on the website, go to your Account settings, find the Display Name field, and enter your new name. Epic Games lets you change it once every 14 days, so you cannot change it again when ready after. The new name takes effect right away across Fortnite, Rocket League, Fall Guys, and any other Epic Games you play.
Your display name is what other players see when you play. It is different from your account email, which stays the same. If you forget your current display name, you can see it on your profile page or in the game launcher under your account.
Key Takeaways
- Log into your Epic Games account on the website and navigate to Account settings to find the Display Name option.
- You can change your display name once every 14 days, and the change shows up when ready in all your Epic Games.
- Your display name is what other players see, but your account email address never changes.
- If you change your mind within 14 days, you have to wait until the cooldown expires before trying again.
Step-by-step: changing your display name on the website
Start by going to www.epicgames.com and clicking Sign In in the top right corner. Enter your email and password, then click Sign In again. If you have two-factor authentication turned on, you will need to enter a code from your authenticator app or email.
Once you are logged in, click your account name or profile icon in the top right corner and select Account. On the left side of the page, click Personal. Under Display Name, you will see your current username in a text field. Click on it, delete the old name, and type your new one. Click Save and the change takes effect when ready.
If the name you want is already taken by another player, Epic Games will tell you right away. Try a different name or add numbers or special characters like underscores or hyphens. Names can be 3 to 16 characters long and can include letters, numbers, hyphens, and underscores.
Changing your display name in the Epic Games Launcher
You can also change your username directly in the launcher if you prefer not to use the website. Open the Epic Games Launcher, click your account name in the top right corner, and select Account. This opens your account page in a browser window, and from there the steps are the same as the website method above.
Some players find the launcher route faster because you stay in one place instead of switching between the game and a web browser. The end result is identical either way.
What happens after you change your username
Your new display name shows up in all Epic Games titles within a few minutes. Friends will see the new name in their friends list, and your profile will display it everywhere. Any old screenshots or videos you recorded will still show your old name, but going forward everything uses the new one.
If you are in the middle of a game when you change your name, you may need to restart the game or launcher to see the change reflected in-game. This is rare, but restarting clears up any display issues.
The 14-day cooldown and what to do if you change your mind
Epic Games enforces a 14-day waiting period between username changes. This means if you change your name today, you cannot change it again for 14 days. The timer starts the moment you save the new name, not when you click the button.
If you change your name and regret it when ready, you have to wait the full 14 days before you can switch back. There is no way to undo a name change or skip the cooldown, so think carefully before you confirm. Write down what you want to change it to and read it out loud before you save it.
Names that Epic Games will not allow
Epic Games blocks usernames that contain hate speech, slurs, or references to real violence. Names that impersonate Epic Games staff or famous players are also rejected. The system also flags names that are too similar to existing ones — if someone already has "Shadow_Knight", you cannot use "Shadow_Knight1" or "ShadowKnight" because they are too close.
Profanity is usually allowed as long as it is not extreme, but the filter is inconsistent. If your name gets rejected and you do not understand why, try removing numbers, changing the spelling slightly, or adding an underscore. If it still does not work, contact Epic Games Support and ask why the name was blocked.
Troubleshooting: your name change is not showing up
If you changed your display name but it is not showing in-game, restart the launcher or the game itself. Close it completely and open it again. This usually fixes display lag within a minute or two.
If the name still does not appear after a restart, log out of your Epic Games account and log back in. Clear your browser cache if you are using the website. If none of that works, contact Epic Games Support through your account page and describe what you see. They can check whether the change actually saved or if something went wrong on their end.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I change my username more than once every 14 days?
No. Epic Games enforces a 14-day cooldown between changes. You cannot change your display name again until 14 days have passed since your last change. There is no way to bypass this or pay to skip it.
Will my friends still be able to find me after I change my username?
Yes. Your friends list updates automatically, and they will see your new name in their friends list. You do not need to re-add anyone or send new friend requests. Your account itself does not change — only the name other players see.
What if someone else took the username I want?
You will need to choose a different name. Try adding numbers, underscores, or hyphens to make it unique. Names can be 3 to 16 characters long. If the name you want is taken, Epic Games will tell you when you try to save it.
Does changing my display name affect my password or email?
No. Your display name is only what other players see. Your email address and password stay exactly the same. You log in with your email, not your display name, so changing the name does not affect how you access your account.
Can I change my username on mobile or console?
You have to change it through the website or the Epic Games Launcher on a computer. Mobile apps and consoles do not have a display name settings option. Log into www.epicgames.com on your phone or computer browser if you do not have the launcher installed.