Where to change your username

You change your Fortnite username through the Epic Games website, not inside the game itself. Go to www.epicgames.com, sign in with the account connected to your Fortnite profile, and look for Account settings. From there, select "General" and you will see a field labeled "Display Name" — that is what other players see in-game.

The display name is separate from your Epic Games account name (the email or username you use to log in). Changing your display name does not affect how you sign into the game or any of your account security. You can change it as often as you want, though Epic Games does enforce a waiting period between changes to prevent spam.

Key Takeaways

  • Your display name is changed on the Epic Games website under Account settings, not inside Fortnite itself.
  • You must wait a set number of days between display name changes, so you cannot change it repeatedly in one day.
  • Changing your display name does not reset your level, battle pass progress, cosmetics, or any other in-game progress.
  • If your desired name is already taken, you will see that message when you try to save and will need to choose a different one.

Step-by-step: accessing your account settings

Start by opening a web browser and going to epicgames.com. Click the "Sign In" button in the top right corner. Enter the email address or username you use for your Epic Games account, along with your password. If you have two-factor authentication enabled, you will need to complete that step as well.

Once you are signed in, look for your account icon or name in the top right corner of the page and click it. A dropdown menu will appear. Select "Account" from that menu. You will land on your account overview page. On the left side, you should see a navigation menu — click on "General" to reach the settings where your display name lives.

Finding and editing your display name

On the General settings page, scroll down until you see a section labeled "Display Name." This is the name that appears above your character in-game and on your profile when other players search for you. Click in the text field and clear your current name, then type in the new one you want.

Fortnite display names can be 3 to 16 characters long and can include letters, numbers, and underscores. Spaces are not allowed. Names that contain profanity, slurs, or impersonation of real people or celebrities will be rejected when you try to save. If you see an error message, try a different name that does not include those elements.

Saving your new username and waiting periods

After you type your new display name, click the "Save" button. If the name is available and follows the rules, the change will go through when ready. However, Epic Games enforces a cooldown period before you can change your display name again — this period is typically 30 days, though it can vary. You will see a message telling you when you can change it next.

During that waiting period, your new name is already live in-game. Other players will see it right away. The cooldown only prevents you from changing it again; it does not lock you out of playing or affect any other account features.

What happens to your progress and cosmetics

Changing your display name does not touch anything else on your account. Your battle pass level, season progress, V-Bucks balance, skins, emotes, pickaxes, gliders, and every other cosmetic item stay exactly where they are. Your friends list remains the same, and your match history is not affected.

If you are worried about other players finding you after a name change, remember that your friends can still see you in their friends list by your old Epic Games account name (the email or username you log in with), not your display name. Your display name is just what shows up in-game — it is cosmetic.

Troubleshooting common issues

If you see a message saying the name is taken, that means another player already has that display name. Try adding numbers or an underscore to make it unique. If you get an error about the name violating content policy, remove any words that might be flagged as profanity or offensive language, even if you did not intend them that way.

If the save button does not respond or you get a server error, try refreshing the page and signing in again. Sometimes a browser cache issue can prevent the change from going through. If you are still stuck after refreshing, wait a few minutes and try again — Epic Games servers occasionally have brief outages.

If you cannot find the Display Name field at all, make sure you are on the General tab of your Account settings, not a different section. Some accounts also have parental controls that can restrict display name changes — if that applies to you, the account owner will need to adjust those permissions first.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my display name back to what it was before?

Yes, but you still have to wait the cooldown period between changes. If you changed your name and want to revert it, you can do that after the waiting period ends. You are not locked into the new name permanently.

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

Yes. Your friends list is tied to your Epic Games account, not your display name. They will see your new display name in-game, but they can find you through their friends list regardless of what name you choose.

What if I forgot my Epic Games password and cannot sign in?

Go to epicgames.com and click "Sign In," then click "Forgot password?" below the login fields. Enter your email address and Epic Games will send you a link to reset your password. Follow that link and create a new password, then sign in and proceed to change your display name.

Does changing my display name affect my Fortnite rank or competitive standing?

No. Your rank, competitive rating, and all match history stay the same. The display name change is purely cosmetic and does not reset or alter any progression or competitive data.

How long do I have to wait between display name changes?

The standard waiting period is 30 days from your last change. When you save a new display name, the system will show you the exact date when you can change it again. This cooldown applies whether you are changing to a completely new name or reverting to an old one.