The quickest way to change your name on PC

To change your Fortnite username on PC, go to www.epicgames.com, sign into your Epic Games account, click your account name in the top right, select Account, then click General. Find the Display Name field, enter your new name, and click Save. The change takes effect when ready in Fortnite.

You can change your display name once every 30 days. Epic Games does not allow spaces in usernames, but you can use numbers, underscores, and hyphens. Your new name appears to other players in matches, on your profile, and in your friends list right away.

If you cannot find the Display Name field, make sure you are signed into the correct Epic Games account — the one linked to your Fortnite game. Some accounts created through third-party sign-in (PlayStation Network, Xbox Live, or Steam) may have different steps, which are covered in the sections below.

Key Takeaways

  • Change your display name through epicgames.com by going to Account > General > Display Name, not through the Fortnite game itself.
  • You can change your name once every 30 days, and the new name shows up when ready across all Fortnite modes and to all other players.
  • If your Epic Games account is linked to PlayStation Network, Xbox Live, or Steam, you may need to change your name through that platform's account settings instead.
  • Usernames cannot contain spaces but can include numbers, underscores, and hyphens, and must be between 3 and 16 characters long.

Changing your name if your account is linked to PlayStation, Xbox, or Steam

If you created your Epic Games account by signing in through PlayStation Network, Xbox Live, or Steam, your Fortnite display name is tied to that platform's username. In this case, you cannot change it through the Epic Games website — you must change it on the platform itself.

For PlayStation Network, go to your PS4 or PS5 settings, select Users and Accounts, choose your profile, then Edit Profile and change your Online ID. For Xbox Live, go to your Xbox settings, select Account, then Gamertag, and enter a new one. For Steam, right-click your profile name in the Steam client, select Edit Profile, and change your Profile Name. The change syncs to Fortnite within a few minutes.

If you are unsure which platform your account is linked to, sign into epicgames.com, go to Account > Connections, and look for a checkmark next to PlayStation, Xbox, or Steam. If none are connected, your account is a standalone Epic Games account and you can change your name through the Display Name field as described above.

What happens if your desired username is already taken

If the name you want is already in use, the Epic Games website will show an error message when you try to save it. You will need to choose a different name. Try adding numbers at the end, using an underscore or hyphen in the middle, or picking a variation that is not yet claimed.

There is no waitlist or reservation system for usernames. Once someone stops playing Fortnite and their account becomes inactive, Epic Games may eventually recycle their username, but there is no set timeline for this. If you see a username you want, check back periodically to see if it becomes available.

The 30-day waiting period between name changes

Epic Games enforces a 30-day cooldown between display name changes. If you changed your name recently, the website will show you the exact date you can change it again. This rule applies whether you changed your name through the Epic Games website or through a linked platform account.

The timer starts from the date of your last change, not from when you tried to change it. If you changed your name on day 1, you can change it again on day 31. There is no way to bypass this waiting period, and contacting Epic Games support will not speed it up.

Troubleshooting: why the change is not working

If you click Save but your new name does not appear, first check that you are signed into the correct Epic Games account. Some players have multiple accounts — make sure you are on the one you use to play Fortnite. Refresh the page after saving to confirm the change took effect.

If the name is rejected, it may contain a character that Epic Games does not allow, such as a space or special symbol. Stick to letters, numbers, underscores, and hyphens. The name must also be between 3 and 16 characters long. If you see an error message about the name being inappropriate, Epic Games has flagged it as violating their code of conduct — choose a different name instead.

If your account is linked to PlayStation, Xbox, or Steam and you changed the name on that platform but it has not updated in Fortnite after 10 minutes, sign out of Fortnite completely and sign back in. This forces the game to sync with your platform account.

Changing your name in Fortnite on other platforms

This guide covers PC only. If you play Fortnite on Nintendo Switch, mobile, or cloud gaming, the steps are different. On Switch, you change your name through your Nintendo Switch profile settings, not through Epic Games. On mobile, the process depends on whether you are using an iOS device (through cloud gaming only, since Fortnite was removed from the App Store) or Android.

If you own the same Epic Games account across multiple platforms — PC, console, and mobile — changing your display name on one platform changes it everywhere. Your display name is tied to your Epic Games account, not to individual devices.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

No. Epic Games enforces a 30-day cooldown between name changes. You can change your name once, then must wait 30 days before changing it again. There is no exception to this rule.

Will changing my username affect my V-Bucks, skins, or battle pass progress?

No. Your display name is separate from your account data. Changing your name does not affect your V-Bucks balance, cosmetics, battle pass progress, or any other game content. Everything stays with your account.

What characters can I use in my Fortnite username?

You can use letters (A–Z), numbers (0–9), underscores (_), and hyphens (-). You cannot use spaces or special characters like @, #, or !. Your username must be between 3 and 16 characters long.

If I change my username, do my friends have to re-add me?

No. Your friends list stays the same. Your friends will see your new display name in their friends list and in matches, but they do not need to re-add you or do anything on their end.

Can I see what my old usernames were?

Epic Games does not provide a history of past usernames. Once you change your name, there is no built-in way to see what you were called before. If you need to remember a past username, you would have to check old screenshots or video clips from when you used it.