Where to change your username

You change your Fortnite username through the Epic Games website, not inside the game itself. This is the only official way to do it, and the process takes about five minutes if you have your account password ready.

Your username is different from your display name. The username is what appears in your account settings and what you log in with — it cannot contain spaces. The display name is what other players see in the game, and you can change that directly in Fortnite without visiting a website. This guide covers changing your actual username.

Key Takeaways

  • Log into your Epic Games account on the website, not in the game, to change your username.
  • You can change your username once every 30 days, and the new name must be between 3 and 16 characters with no spaces.
  • Your old username becomes available for others to claim after you change it, so choose carefully.
  • Changing your username does not affect your progress, cosmetics, V-Bucks, or any other account data.

Step 1: Go to the Epic Games website and sign in

Open a web browser and go to www.epicgames.com. Click the Sign In button in the top right corner. Enter the email address or username you use for Fortnite, then enter your password.

If you have two-factor authentication turned on, you will need to enter a code from your authenticator app or email after you sign in. This is a security step and is normal.

Step 2: Open your account settings

Once you are signed in, click your account icon in the top right corner — it looks like a small circle with your profile picture or initials. A dropdown menu will appear. Click Account from this menu.

You will be taken to your account overview page. On the left side, you should see a menu with several options. Look for and click General under the Account section.

Step 3: Find and click the username field

On the General page, scroll down until you see a field labeled Display Name or Username. The exact label depends on your account type, but it will be near the top of the page. Click the pencil icon next to it, or click directly on the field to edit it.

If you see a message saying you cannot change your username yet, you changed it less than 30 days ago. Epic Games enforces a 30-day waiting period between username changes. You will need to wait until that period passes before trying again.

Step 4: Enter your new username and save

Clear the current username and type in your new one. Remember that usernames must be between 3 and 16 characters long, contain only letters, numbers, hyphens, and underscores, and cannot have spaces. Epic Games will tell you when ready if your chosen name is already taken or breaks these rules.

Once you have entered a valid username that is not taken, click the Save or Confirm button. The change takes effect right away. You can now log into Fortnite using your new username.

What happens to your old username

After you change your username, your old one becomes available for anyone else to claim. This happens when ready, so if there is a username you want to keep reserved, do not change away from it unless you are certain. Epic Games does not hold old usernames for you.

Your display name in the game — the name other players see — is separate from your username. If you want to change how you appear to other players without changing your login username, you can do that inside Fortnite itself by going to Settings, then Account, then Display Name.

If your username change does not work

If you get an error message or the save button does not respond, try clearing your browser cache and signing out, then signing back in. Sometimes your browser holds onto old information that can cause problems.

If the problem continues, make sure you are using a supported browser like Chrome, Firefox, Safari, or Edge. Internet Explorer and very old browser versions sometimes have trouble with the Epic Games website. You can also try a different device — for example, if the website is not working on your phone, try a computer instead.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my username more than once?

Yes, but only once every 30 days. After you change your username, you must wait a full month before changing it again. This rule applies to everyone and cannot be bypassed.

Will changing my username affect my Fortnite progress or cosmetics?

No. Your V-Bucks, skins, battle pass progress, and all other account data stay exactly the same. Only the name you use to log in changes.

What if the username I want is already taken?

Try a variation — add numbers, hyphens, or underscores to the name you want. You can also check if the username is reserved by Epic Games or a content creator, which would prevent anyone from using it. If it is taken by another player, you will have to choose something different.

Can I change my username on mobile or console?

No. You must use the Epic Games website on a computer or mobile browser. The Fortnite app itself does not have a username change option — it only lets you change your display name.

How long does it take for my new username to show up everywhere?

Your new username works when ready for logging in. It may take a few minutes to update across all Epic Games services and in Fortnite itself, but usually it appears within seconds.