Where to change your username on Fortnite Mobile

You change your Fortnite username through the Epic Games website or the Epic Games app on your phone — not through Fortnite Mobile itself. The game does not have a built-in username-change feature. You will need to log into your Epic Games account, go to your account settings, and change it there. The change takes effect when ready in Fortnite Mobile and everywhere else you play Fortnite.

The fastest route on mobile is the Epic Games app. Open it, tap your profile icon in the bottom right, select Account, then go to Personal Info. You will see your current display name and a pencil icon next to it. Tap the pencil, type your new username, and save. If you do not have the Epic Games app installed, you can do the same thing through a web browser by going to www.epicgames.com, logging in, and navigating to Account Settings.

Key Takeaways

  • Your Fortnite username is changed in Epic Games account settings, not in the Fortnite Mobile app itself.
  • You can change it through the Epic Games mobile app or through epicgames.com in a web browser.
  • The new username appears in Fortnite Mobile and all other Fortnite platforms within seconds.
  • You can change your username once every 30 days, and the name must be between 3 and 16 characters.
  • Your Epic Games account email address and password stay the same — only the display name changes.

Step-by-step: Using the Epic Games app

Open the Epic Games app on your phone and tap the profile icon in the bottom right corner. It looks like a person's head and shoulders. This takes you to your profile page.

Tap Account near the top of the screen. You will see several options including Personal Info, Security, and Connections. Tap Personal Info. On this page you will see your display name at the top, with a pencil icon next to it.

Tap the pencil icon next to your current display name. A text field will appear with your current name highlighted. Delete the old name and type your new one. The name must be between 3 and 16 characters and can include letters, numbers, and underscores. Spaces are not allowed.

Tap Save or Confirm (the button label depends on your phone's operating system). Your new username is now active. Close the app or navigate away, and the change is complete.

Step-by-step: Using a web browser

Open a web browser on your phone and go to www.epicgames.com. Tap the menu icon (three horizontal lines) in the top left corner. Scroll down and tap Sign In, then enter your Epic Games email address and password.

Once you are logged in, tap the menu icon again and look for Account. Tap it. You will see a list of account settings. Tap Personal Info.

On the Personal Info page, you will see your display name with an Edit button or pencil icon next to it. Tap it. Type your new username in the field that appears. Remember: 3 to 16 characters, letters and numbers only, no spaces.

Tap Save. Your new username is now active in Fortnite Mobile and all other Fortnite platforms.

Username rules and restrictions

Your Fortnite username must be between 3 and 16 characters long. You can use letters (A–Z, a–z), numbers (0–9), and underscores (_). You cannot use spaces, special characters like hyphens or periods, or emoji.

You can change your username once every 30 days. If you change it and then want to change it again, you will have to wait 30 days from the date of your last change. Epic Games enforces this limit to prevent abuse and keep usernames stable for your friends and teammates.

Your username cannot be the same as another player's username. If you try to save a name that is already taken, the system will tell you and ask you to choose a different one. Usernames are not case-sensitive — "Player123" and "player123" are treated as the same name.

What happens to your old username

When you change your username, your old name becomes available for other players to use after a short delay. Your friends will see your new name when ready in their friends list and in-game. Any messages or party invites sent to your old username will not reach you — your friends need to use your new name to contact you going forward.

Your account history, V-Bucks, skins, and battle pass progress all stay with your account. Changing your username does not affect any of your game data or purchases. Your account email and password remain the same.

Troubleshooting: Username change did not work

If you tap Save and the page does not change, or you see an error message, first check that your username follows the rules: 3 to 16 characters, no spaces, no special characters. If your name breaks a rule, fix it and try again.

If the name is valid but you still see an error, the username may already be taken. Try a different name. If you see a message saying you cannot change your username yet, you have already changed it within the last 30 days. Wait until the 30-day window has passed.

If you are still stuck, make sure you are logged into the correct Epic Games account. Log out completely, close the app or browser, and log back in. Then try the change again. If the problem continues, you may need to contact Epic Games support through the website.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does changing my username affect my friends list or party?

Your friends will see your new username when ready, and you will still be in the same party or squad. Your account stays the same — only the display name changes. Your friends do not need to re-add you or do anything on their end.

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

Yes, but you have to wait 30 days from your last change. After 30 days have passed, you can change your username to anything that is not taken, including your old name.

What if someone else took my old username?

Once you change your username, your old name becomes available to other players. If someone else claims it before you change back, you cannot use it again unless that player changes their name first. Choose a new username instead.

Will my skins and V-Bucks disappear if I change my username?

No. Your skins, V-Bucks, battle pass progress, and all other account data stay with your account. Changing your username does not affect anything you own or any progress you have made.

Can I use spaces or special characters in my username?

No. Fortnite usernames can only contain letters, numbers, and underscores. Spaces, hyphens, periods, and other special characters are not allowed.