The fastest way to change your Fortnite username on mobile
You change your Fortnite username through the Epic Games website or app, not through Fortnite itself. Open a web browser on your phone, go to www.epicgames.com, sign in to your account, and navigate to Account Settings. From there, select "General" and look for the display name field. You can change it once every 30 days, and the new name takes effect when ready in the game.
If you are using the Epic Games app on your phone instead of a browser, the process is the same: tap your profile icon, go to Account, then General, and edit your display name there. Either route works equally well on iOS or Android.
Key Takeaways
- You must change your username through Epic Games' website or app, not inside the Fortnite game itself.
- The change takes effect right away in Fortnite, but you can only change your username once every 30 days.
- Your display name and your account login email are different things — changing one does not change the other.
- If your desired username is taken, you will see that message when ready and need to choose a different one.
Step-by-step process on your phone browser
Open any web browser on your phone and go to www.epicgames.com. Tap the sign-in button in the top right corner. Enter the email address or username you use to log into Fortnite, along with your password. If you have two-factor authentication turned on, you will need to complete that step as well.
Once you are signed in, tap your profile icon (usually in the top right) and select "Account". On the Account page, tap "General". Scroll down until you see "Display Name" — this is what other players see when you play. Tap the field, delete your current name, type your new one, and tap "Save". The change is live in Fortnite within seconds.
If the name you want is already taken, Epic Games will tell you when ready and you will need to pick something else. Usernames can be 3 to 16 characters long and can include letters, numbers, hyphens, and underscores.
Using the Epic Games mobile app instead
If you have the Epic Games app installed on your phone, you can change your username there without opening a browser. Tap your profile icon at the bottom of the screen, then tap "Account". Select "General" from the menu. Find "Display Name" and tap it to edit.
The Epic Games app works on both iPhone and Android. The steps are identical on both platforms. If you do not have the app, you can read it from the App Store or Google Play Store, but using a browser works just as well.
What happens if you change your username
Your new display name shows up to other players when ready. Your friends list does not change — they will still see you as a friend, and you will still see them. Your account login (the email or username you use to sign in) stays the same, so you do not need to remember a new password or update anything else.
Your stats, cosmetics, Battle Pass progress, and V-Bucks all stay attached to your account. Changing your display name does not reset anything or move your progress to a different account.
The 30-day waiting period between changes
Epic Games limits you to one username change every 30 days. If you just changed your name, you will see a message telling you when you can change it again. This rule applies whether you changed it on mobile, on a computer, or through the app — the timer is the same across all platforms.
If you change your mind right after changing your username, you cannot undo it when ready. You have to wait the full 30 days before you can pick something new. Plan your username choice carefully, especially if you are changing it for the first time.
Troubleshooting if the change does not work
If you tap "Save" and nothing happens, make sure you are actually signed into your Epic Games account. A common mistake is opening the Epic Games website but not completing the sign-in step. Go back to the top of the page and confirm your email or username appears in the profile icon.
If you see an error message saying the name is unavailable, that username is already taken by another player. Try a different combination. If the page keeps loading without saving, try closing the browser or app completely and starting over. If the problem continues, sign out, clear your browser cache, and sign back in.
On rare occasions, the change takes a few minutes to show up in the game itself. If you change your name and it still shows the old one in Fortnite, close the game completely and reopen it. The new name should appear after you restart.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I change my username if I have not played in a long time?
Yes. As long as your account is active and you can sign in, you can change your display name. There is no minimum playtime requirement. If you have forgotten your password, use the "Forgot Password" link on the Epic Games sign-in page to reset it before you try to change your username.
What if someone else is using the username I want?
You will see a message saying the name is taken. Usernames are first-come, first-served, so you cannot claim a name someone else already has. Try adding numbers, underscores, or hyphens to make your desired name unique — for example, "Player_123" instead of "Player".
Does changing my display name affect my login email?
No. Your display name is what other players see. Your login email is what you use to sign into your account. Changing one does not change the other. You sign in with your email, and other players see your display name.
Can I change my username on console or PC instead of mobile?
Yes. The process is the same on any device — you go to www.epicgames.com, sign in, and edit your display name in Account Settings. You can start the change on your phone and finish it on a computer, or vice versa. The 30-day timer applies across all platforms.
What if I want to change my username back to what it was before?
You can change it back, but you still have to wait 30 days between changes. If you changed your name and want to revert, you cannot do it when ready. You have to wait the full 30-day period, then change it back to your old name.