Yes, you can change your Fortnite username, but Epic Games limits how often you can do it

You can change your Fortnite username once every 30 days. The change takes effect when ready across all platforms where you play — PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, and mobile. You make the change through your Epic Games account settings, not through the game itself.

The first username change is free. After that, each change costs 1,000 V-Bucks, which is Epic's in-game currency. One thousand V-Bucks costs about $10 USD, though the price varies slightly by region and by how many V-Bucks you buy at once.

Your old username becomes available for other players to claim after you change it, so if you want to keep a name reserved, you cannot straightforward change away and change back later.

Key Takeaways

  • You can change your username once every 30 days through your Epic Games account settings on a web browser.
  • The first change is free; every change after that costs 1,000 V-Bucks, which is about $10 USD.
  • Your old username becomes available for other players when ready after you change it.
  • The new username appears across all platforms and in all your friends' friend lists within minutes.
  • You cannot change your username if your account is restricted, banned, or has a name change already pending.

How to change your username step by step

Go to www.epicgames.com and sign in with your account. Click your account name in the top right corner and select Account. On the left side, click General. You will see your current display name listed under "Display Name".

Click the pencil icon next to your display name to edit it. Type your new username into the field. Usernames can be 3 to 16 characters long and can include letters, numbers, hyphens, and underscores. Epic will tell you when ready if the name is already taken or if it violates their naming policy.

If this is your first change, click Confirm and the change is done. If you have changed your name before, you will be asked to confirm that you want to spend 1,000 V-Bucks. Click Confirm Purchase and the V-Bucks will be deducted from your account.

The new name appears in Fortnite within a few minutes. Your friends will see the new name in their friend lists, and your old name will no longer be associated with your account.

When you cannot change your username

If your account is under a name change cooldown — meaning you changed your name fewer than 30 days ago — you cannot change it again until the cooldown expires. Epic shows you the exact date you can change again in your account settings.

If your account has been restricted or suspended by Epic for violating their terms of service, you cannot change your username until the restriction is lifted. The same applies if your account is permanently banned.

If you have a name change already in progress, you must wait for it to complete before starting another one. This is rare, but it can happen if there was a technical error during your last change.

What happens to your old username

Once you change your name, your old username is released back into the pool of available names. Another player can claim it when ready. There is no grace period or reservation.

If you want to keep a specific name, do not change away from it unless you are certain you want something else. You cannot reclaim an old username by changing back to it later if someone else has taken it in the meantime.

Your account history, friends list, and cosmetics (skins, emotes, pickaxes) stay with your account and are not affected by the name change. Only the display name changes.

Usernames that Epic will not allow

Epic blocks usernames that contain profanity, slurs, or hateful language. They also block names that impersonate real people, celebrities, or Epic Games staff members. Names that reference illegal activity or violence are rejected as well.

If you try to set a username that violates these rules, Epic will show you an error message and will not let you confirm the change. You have to choose a different name.

If you already have a username that violates the policy and Epic has not forced a change yet, changing your name to something else will not trigger enforcement. However, Epic can force you to change a violating name at any time, and you will have a limited window to do so before your account is restricted.

Changing your username on console or mobile

You cannot change your username directly from the Fortnite game on PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, or mobile. You must go through the Epic Games website on a web browser, as described above.

Once you change your username on the website, it updates across all platforms automatically. You do not need to do anything in the game itself. The next time you log in on any device, you will see the new name.

V-Bucks and payment for name changes

V-Bucks are purchased through the Epic Games store or through the Fortnite game client. You can buy them in bundles: 1,000 V-Bucks costs around $10 USD, though regional pricing varies. Some bundles offer bonus V-Bucks if you buy a larger amount at once.

If you do not have enough V-Bucks in your account, you cannot complete a paid name change. You will have to buy V-Bucks first. Epic does not allow you to use a credit card or PayPal directly for a single name change — you must buy V-Bucks as a separate transaction.

V-Bucks you purchase are tied to your Epic Games account, not to a specific platform. If you play Fortnite on multiple devices, your V-Bucks balance is the same across all of them.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

No. Epic enforces a 30-day cooldown between name changes. If you try to change your name before the cooldown expires, the website will show you the exact date you can change again and will not let you proceed.

What if someone else takes my old username after I change mine?

Your old username becomes available when ready and you cannot reclaim it. If you want to use that name again later, you would have to wait for the other player to change their name, which you cannot control. Choose your new name carefully.

Do I lose my skins, V-Bucks, or friends when I change my username?

No. Your cosmetics, V-Bucks balance, and friends list all stay with your account. Only the display name changes. Your friends will see your new name in their friend lists within minutes.

Can I change my username if my account is banned?

No. If your account is restricted, suspended, or permanently banned, you cannot change your username until the restriction is removed. If your account is permanently banned, you will not be able to change it at all.

Is there a way to change my username for free after the first time?

No. Epic charges 1,000 V-Bucks for every name change after the first one. There are no exceptions, promotions, or ways to avoid the cost if you want to change your name again.