You change your Fortnite username through the Epic Games website, not through the mobile app itself

Fortnite usernames are tied to your Epic Games account, and Epic Games only lets you change them on their website or through the Epic Games Launcher on a computer. The Fortnite mobile app — whether you play through the Epic Games App, Xbox Cloud Gaming, or GeForce Now — does not have a username-change option built in. You will need to log into your Epic Games account on a web browser to make the change.

The process takes about five minutes and does not require you to spend money or contact support. You can change your username once every 30 days, so if you made a mistake, you will have to wait a month before trying again.

Key Takeaways

  • Go to www.epicgames.com and sign into your account using the same email and password you use for Fortnite.
  • Click your account icon in the top right, select Account, then choose Personal Info to find the username field.
  • Type your new username and click Save — the change takes effect when ready in Fortnite.
  • You can only change your username once every 30 days, and the name must be between 3 and 16 characters with no spaces.
  • If you play on console or PC as well as mobile, the username change applies to all platforms at once.

Step-by-step: changing your username on the Epic Games website

Open a web browser on any device — phone, tablet, or computer — and go to www.epicgames.com. In the top right corner, click the account icon (it looks like a person's head). A menu will drop down. Click Account.

On the Account page, look for the left-side menu. Click Personal Info. You will see your display name field near the top. This is your Fortnite username. Click in the field, delete your current name, and type your new one. Click the Save button. The change takes effect when ready — you do not need to restart the game or log out and back in.

Username rules and what happens if you break them

Your new username must be between 3 and 16 characters long. You can use letters, numbers, and underscores, but no spaces or special characters like hyphens, periods, or @ symbols. Epic Games also blocks usernames that contain profanity or impersonate real people or brands.

If you try to save a username that breaks these rules, Epic Games will show you an error message and tell you why it was rejected. You can try again when ready with a different name. If your username is reported by other players for harassment or impersonation after you create it, Epic Games can force you to change it again, even if you have not hit your 30-day limit.

The 30-day waiting period between changes

Once you change your username, you cannot change it again for 30 days. This rule applies whether you change it on the website, through the Epic Games Launcher, or anywhere else. The 30 days starts from the moment you click Save, not from the next day.

If you change your username and then realize you made a typo or do not like it, you will have to wait the full month. There is no way to speed this up or get an exception. Plan your new username carefully before you save it.

What happens to your friends list and game progress

Your friends will see your new username the next time they log into Fortnite. They do not need to re-add you or do anything on their end. Your account ID — the number behind the scenes that Epic Games uses to track you — stays the same, so your game progress, V-Bucks, skins, and battle pass all stay with you.

If you play Fortnite on multiple platforms (mobile, console, PC), the username change applies to all of them at once. You will see the new name everywhere you play.

If you cannot access your Epic Games account

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

If you do not remember the email address you used to create your account, or if you no longer have access to that email, you will need to contact Epic Games Support. Go to www.epicgames.com/help and click Contact Us. Explain that you cannot access your account, and Epic Games will ask you questions to verify you own it — such as the last payment method you used or the date you created the account. This process can take a few days.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my username through the Fortnite mobile app?

No. The mobile app does not have a username-change feature. You must use the Epic Games website at www.epicgames.com. Log in, go to Personal Info, and change it there.

What if someone else already took the username I want?

Usernames are unique — no two players can have the same one. If the name is taken, Epic Games will tell you when you try to save it. You will need to pick a different name or add numbers or underscores to make it unique.

Do I need to change my password when I change my username?

No. Your username and password are separate. Changing your username does not affect your password or security settings. You only need to change your password if you think someone else knows it.

Will my old username become available for someone else to use?

Yes. Once you change your username, your old name goes back into the pool and another player can claim it. If you want to keep that name reserved, do not change it.

What if I change my username and then get banned from Fortnite?

Your ban applies to your account, not your username. If you are banned, you cannot play on that account regardless of what username it has. You would need to contact Epic Games Support to appeal the ban.