Where to find the username change option

Your Epic Games username lives in your account settings, not in the game launcher itself. You reach it by logging into your Epic Games account on the web, then navigating to your account details. The username field is separate from your display name — your username is what appears in your Epic Games URL and what other players see when you're in a party or on their friends list.

Start by going to www.epicgames.com and clicking the account icon in the top right corner. Select "Account" from the dropdown menu. You'll land on your account overview page. From there, click "Personal" in the left sidebar to reach the section where your username lives.

Key Takeaways

  • Your Epic Games username is changed through your account settings on the Epic Games website, not through the game launcher or in-game settings.
  • You can change your username once every 14 days, and the new name must be between 3 and 16 characters with no spaces or special characters except hyphens and underscores.
  • The change takes effect when ready across all Epic Games services, including Fortnite, Rocket League, and any other games linked to your account.
  • If your desired username is already taken, you'll see that message before you confirm the change, and you can try a different one without penalty.

The username requirements and what you can use

Epic Games enforces specific rules about what characters and length your username can be. Your username must be between 3 and 16 characters long. You can use letters (uppercase and lowercase), numbers, hyphens, and underscores. You cannot use spaces, periods, or special characters like @, #, $, or %. The system will reject your entry when ready if you try to use forbidden characters.

Usernames are case-insensitive, meaning "JohnSmith" and "johnsmith" are treated as the same username. If you're trying to change only the capitalization of your current name, the system won't let you — it sees that as no change at all. You'll need to pick something genuinely different.

Step-by-step process to change your username

Once you're in the Personal section of your account settings, look for the "Display Name" field and the "Username" field below it. These are two separate things. Click directly on the Username field to edit it. A text box will appear where you can type your new username.

Type your new username and check that it meets the requirements: 3 to 16 characters, no spaces, only letters, numbers, hyphens, and underscores. Then click the "Save" button next to the field. If the username is available, the system will confirm the change when ready. If it's already taken, you'll see a message saying so, and you can try a different name without any penalty or waiting period.

After you save, your new username takes effect right away. You don't need to restart your game or log out and back in — the change is live across all Epic Games services within seconds.

The 14-day waiting period between changes

Once you change your username, you cannot change it again for 14 days. This rule applies whether you change it yourself or Epic Games support changes it for you. The 14 days starts from the moment you save the new username, not from when you started typing it.

If you make a mistake and want to revert to your old username, you'll have to wait the full 14 days before you can do so. For this reason, it's worth double-checking your new username before you click Save — make sure it's spelled the way you want it and that you're happy with it.

What happens to your old username after you change it

Your old username becomes available for other players to claim once you change it. There is no grace period where the old name is reserved for you. If you change from "OldName" to "NewName" and then decide you want "OldName" back after 14 days, someone else may have already claimed it.

Your friends list, party history, and game progress are all tied to your account, not to your username. Changing your username does not affect any of these. Your friends will still see you in their friends list, and your Fortnite skins, V-Bucks, and battle pass progress stay with your account.

Troubleshooting if the change won't save

If you click Save and nothing happens, first check that your username meets all the requirements: 3 to 16 characters, no spaces, and only letters, numbers, hyphens, or underscores. If you've used any other character, the system will silently reject it without a clear error message.

If your username meets the requirements but still won't save, try refreshing the page and logging back in. Sometimes the page needs to reload to process the change. Clear your browser cache if you've been on the account settings page for a long time. If the problem persists, try a different web browser — occasionally a browser extension or cached data can interfere with the form.

If you're within your 14-day waiting period from a previous change, you'll see a message telling you when you can change your username again. You cannot bypass this waiting period, and Epic Games support cannot override it.

How your new username appears across Epic Games

Your new username will show up in your Epic Games profile URL. If your username is "PlayerOne", your profile URL becomes www.epicgames.com/id/PlayerOne. This is the link you can share with other players so they can find and add you.

In Fortnite, your username appears above your character when other players see you in-game, in the party menu, and on the friends list. In Rocket League and other Epic Games titles, it shows in the same places. Your display name (which you can change anytime without a waiting period) is separate and can be different from your username — the display name is what shows up in some social features, while the username is your account identifier.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my username if I have an active ban or suspension?

No. If your account is suspended or banned, you cannot change your username until the suspension or ban is lifted. You can still view your account settings, but the Save button will be disabled. Once your account is in good standing again, you can change your username normally.

What if someone else has the username I want?

You'll see a message saying the username is taken when you try to save it. You can then type a different username and try again. There's no penalty for trying a username that's already claimed — you can try as many different names as you want before you find one that's available.

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

No. Your username and password are separate. Changing your username does not affect your password or your account security. You only need to change your password if you suspect someone else knows it or if you haven't changed it in a long time.

Will my friends still be able to find me after I change my username?

Yes. Your friends list is tied to your account, not your username. Everyone on your friends list will still see you after you change your username. Your username change is visible to them when ready, but they don't need to do anything on their end.

Can I use special characters like @ or # in my username?

No. Epic Games only allows letters, numbers, hyphens, and underscores. If you try to use @, #, $, !, or any other special character, the system will reject the entry. Spaces are also not allowed.