You can change your Fortnite username through the Epic Games website, and it takes about five minutes

Your Fortnite username is tied to your Epic Games account, not to the game itself. To change it, you log into your Epic Games account on the web, go to your Account settings, find the Display Name field, and save the new name. The change takes effect when ready in Fortnite and across all Epic Games services.

You can change your username once every 30 days. If you changed it recently, you will see a countdown timer telling you when you can change it again. There is no cost to change your username, and you do not lose any progress, cosmetics, or V-Bucks when you do.

Key Takeaways

  • Go to www.epicgames.com, sign in with your account credentials, and navigate to Account settings to find your Display Name.
  • You can change your username once every 30 days, and the change shows up in Fortnite when ready.
  • Your cosmetics, Battle Pass progress, and V-Bucks stay with your account no matter what username you choose.
  • If you share an account with someone else, changing the username affects how that person appears in the game too.

Step-by-step: changing your display name on Epic Games

Start by opening a web browser and going to www.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, then your password. If you have two-factor authentication turned on, you will be asked to enter a code from your phone or email.

Once you are signed in, look for your account icon or name in the top right corner and click it. A dropdown menu will appear. Select "Account" from that menu. On the Account page, click "General" in the left sidebar. You will see a field labeled "Display Name" — this is the name that shows up in Fortnite and in other Epic Games services. Click in that field, delete your current name, type your new username, and click "Save".

The change takes effect right away. If you are already in a Fortnite match, you may need to restart the game to see your new name appear in the lobby or in-game.

What usernames are and are not allowed

Epic Games does not allow usernames that contain hate speech, slurs, or language that targets a person or group. Usernames cannot be longer than 16 characters. You cannot use spaces, but you can use hyphens, underscores, and numbers.

If you try to save a username that breaks these rules, the system will reject it and tell you why. If your current username violates the policy, Epic Games may force you to change it and will notify you by email. You will have a set amount of time to choose a new name before your account is restricted from playing.

The 30-day waiting period between changes

Once you change your username, you cannot change it again for 30 days. This rule exists to prevent account takeovers and to keep the game stable — if someone gains access to your account, they cannot when ready change your name and lock you out.

If you try to change your name before the 30 days are up, you will see a message telling you exactly when you can change it next. There is no way to speed this up or bypass it. If you made a typo or chose a name you regret, you will have to wait the full 30 days before you can fix it.

What happens to your account when you change your username

Your Fortnite progress, cosmetics, Battle Pass, and V-Bucks are all tied to your Epic Games account, not to your username. When you change your name, none of that goes anywhere. Your skins, emotes, pickaxes, and everything else you own stays with you.

Your friends list does not break. People who have you added will still see you as a friend, and they will see your new username the next time they log in. If you are in a clan or team, your membership stays the same. Leaderboards and tournament records are tied to your account ID, not your username, so your stats do not disappear.

Changing your username on console or mobile

You cannot change your username directly from the Fortnite game on PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, or mobile. You have to go through the Epic Games website on a computer or phone browser. Log in, go to Account settings, change your Display Name, and save. The change will show up in Fortnite the next time you launch the game.

If you play on console and your console account is linked to your Epic Games account, changing your Epic Games username does not change your console username. Your console name stays the same, but your Fortnite name changes. This can be confusing if you are used to seeing the same name everywhere, but it is how the system works.

If you cannot sign in to change your username

If you forgot your password, go to www.epicgames.com and click "Sign In". Then click "Forgot your password?" and enter the email address tied to your account. Epic Games will send you a link to reset your password. Click that link, create a new password, and then you can sign in and change your username.

If you do not remember the email address you used, or if you cannot access that email, you will need to contact Epic Games support. Go to www.epicgames.com/help and click "Contact Us". Describe your situation, and a support agent will help you regain access to your account. This process usually takes a few days.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my username back to what it was before?

Yes, but only after 30 days have passed since you changed it. You can reuse old usernames. If someone else has taken the name you want, you will have to choose something different.

What if someone else is using the username I want?

Usernames are unique — no two people can have the same Display Name. If the name you want is taken, you will have to pick something else. There is no way to claim or reserve a username before someone else takes it.

Does changing my username affect my cross-platform progress?

No. Your progress is tied to your Epic Games account, not your username. Whether you play on PC, console, or mobile, your skins and progress follow you. Changing your name does not change any of that.

Can I change my username if my account is banned?

No. If your account is suspended or banned, you cannot access Account settings or make any changes until the ban is lifted. Contact Epic Games support if you believe your ban was a mistake.

Will my friends see my old username in their chat history?

No. Once you change your username, it updates everywhere — in chat history, in friend lists, and in match replays. Your old name will not appear anywhere in the game.