Yes, you can change your Fortnite username, but only once every 30 days

Epic Games lets you change the username associated with your Fortnite account through your account settings. The change takes effect when ready across all platforms where you play — PC, console, or mobile. You can make this change as often as you want, but there is a 30-day waiting period between changes, so you cannot switch usernames back-to-back.

The username you choose must be between 3 and 16 characters, contain only letters, numbers, hyphens, and underscores, and cannot match a username already in use. Epic Games also blocks usernames that contain profanity or impersonate staff members or well-known players.

Key Takeaways

  • You change your username through your Epic Games account settings on the web, not through the Fortnite game itself.
  • The 30-day cooldown starts after you make a change, so plan ahead if you want to switch again soon.
  • Your username change shows up when ready in-game and on your profile, but your account ID (a separate number) stays the same, so friends can still find you.
  • Changing your username does not affect your V-Bucks, skins, Battle Pass progress, or any other in-game items.

How to change your username through Epic Games

Log into your Epic Games account on the web at www.epicgames.com. Click your account name in the top right corner and select Account. On the left side menu, click General. You will see your current username displayed near the top of the page.

Click the pencil icon next to your username to edit it. Type your new username into the field. Epic Games will tell you when ready if the name is already taken or breaks the character rules. Once you enter a valid name, click Save. The change takes effect right away.

If you see a message saying you cannot change your username yet, you are still within the 30-day cooldown from your last change. The system will show you the exact date when you can change it again.

What happens to your account when you change your username

Your friends can still find you and play with you after you change your username. Fortnite uses an account ID (a number behind the scenes) to track your actual account, separate from your display name. When you change your username, that ID stays the same, so your friends list, party invites, and match history all remain connected to you.

Your V-Bucks, Battle Pass, cosmetics, and all in-game progress stay exactly as they were. Changing your username is purely cosmetic — it only changes what other players see when they look at your profile or encounter you in a match.

Rules for choosing a new username

Your username must be between 3 and 16 characters long. You can use uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers, hyphens, and underscores. Spaces are not allowed. Epic Games will reject any name that contains profanity, impersonates a staff member or known player, or is already taken by another account.

If you try to save a username and it gets rejected, the error message will tell you why. If the name is taken, try adding a number or underscore to make it unique. If it contains blocked words, you will need to choose a different name entirely.

The 30-day cooldown between changes

After you change your username, you must wait 30 days before you can change it again. This cooldown is account-wide, not per-platform — if you play on both PC and PlayStation, the cooldown applies to your entire Epic Games account.

The 30-day timer starts the moment you save your new username. If you change your mind shortly after, you cannot revert when ready. You will have to wait the full 30 days, then change it back. For this reason, it is worth taking a moment to make sure you like your new username before you save it.

Changing your username on console or mobile

You cannot change your username directly through the Fortnite app on console or mobile. You must go through the Epic Games website on a computer or phone browser. Log into your account there, navigate to your account settings, and make the change. Once you do, the new username appears in-game the next time you launch Fortnite on any platform.

If you are playing on PlayStation, Xbox, or Nintendo Switch, your console username is separate from your Epic Games username. Changing your Epic Games username does not change your console account name. Other players will see your Epic Games username in Fortnite, not your console username.

What to do if your username is taken or rejected

If the username you want is already taken, Epic Games will not let you save it. Try adding numbers to the end, such as adding your birth year or a lucky number. You can also try replacing letters with similar-looking numbers — for example, using 0 instead of O, or 1 instead of I. Hyphens and underscores can also help make a name unique without changing it too much.

If a username is rejected for containing blocked words, you will need to choose something different. The error message will not always specify which word triggered the block, so try removing or replacing words one at a time until the name is accepted.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Yes. Your account ID stays the same, so your friends list, party, and match history all remain connected. They will see your new username the next time they log in or check your profile.

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

No. Epic Games enforces a 30-day cooldown between changes. If you try to change your username before the cooldown expires, the system will show you the date when you can change it again.

Does changing my username affect my V-Bucks or cosmetics?

No. Your V-Bucks, skins, emotes, Battle Pass progress, and all other in-game items stay with your account. Changing your username is purely cosmetic and does not touch your inventory or currency.

What if I change my username and then want to change it back?

You can change it back, but you will have to wait 30 days after your first change. Once the cooldown expires, you can log into your account settings and change it to your old username if it is still available.

Is my console username the same as my Fortnite username?

No. Your PlayStation, Xbox, or Nintendo Switch username is separate from your Epic Games username. When you play Fortnite, other players see your Epic Games username, not your console name. Changing one does not change the other.