The steps to change your Fortnite username

To change your Fortnite username, log into your Epic Games account on a web browser, go to your Account settings, select "General," and look for the "Display Name" field. Click the pencil icon next to your current name, type your new username, and click "Save." The change takes effect when ready in Fortnite and on your Epic Games profile.

You can change your username once every 30 days. If you try to change it again before 30 days have passed, the system will show you when you can make your next change. There is no cost to change your username, and you can do it as many times as you want over time — you just have to wait the 30 days between changes.

Your new username must be between 3 and 16 characters long. It can include letters, numbers, and underscores, but not spaces or special characters like hyphens, periods, or symbols. Epic Games will reject names that contain profanity or that impersonate real people or public figures.

Key Takeaways

  • Change your username through Epic Games Account settings on a web browser, not inside the Fortnite game itself.
  • You can change your username once every 30 days, and the change shows up when ready across all Epic Games services.
  • Your username must be 3 to 16 characters and can only use letters, numbers, and underscores — no spaces or special characters.
  • Epic Games will reject usernames that contain profanity or that pretend to be someone else.

Where to find the Display Name setting

Open a web browser and go to www.epicgames.com. Click the account icon in the top right corner and select "Account." You will see a list of options on the left side of the page. Click "General" to open your account information.

Scroll down until you see the "Display Name" field. This is the name that appears to other players in Fortnite and on your Epic Games profile. Next to it is a pencil icon — click that icon to edit your name. The field will become active and you can type your new username.

What makes a valid Fortnite username

Your username must be between 3 and 16 characters long. You can use uppercase and lowercase letters (A–Z, a–z), numbers (0–9), and underscores (_). You cannot use spaces, hyphens, periods, or any other special characters. If you try to save a name with forbidden characters, Epic Games will show an error message and ask you to try again.

Epic Games also blocks usernames that contain profanity or that are designed to impersonate real people, celebrities, or public figures. If you try to save a name that breaks these rules, the system will reject it and tell you the name is unavailable. This is different from a name being taken by another player — it means the name itself violates the policy.

How to handle a username that is already taken

If the username you want is already in use by another player, the system will tell you "This Display Name is already taken" when you try to save it. You will need to choose a different name. Try adding numbers to the end, using an underscore in the middle, or picking a different word altogether.

There is no way to see who owns a particular username or to request that someone change theirs. If a specific name is important to you, you can try variations — for example, if "Shadow" is taken, you might try "Shadow_1," "Shadow42," or "ShadowX." The more unique your choice, the more likely it is to be available.

What happens after you change your username

Your new username appears in Fortnite within seconds of saving it. Other players will see your new name in matches, on your profile, and in friend lists. Your old username is released when ready, which means another player could potentially take it after you change yours.

Changing your username does not affect your account level, Battle Pass progress, V-Bucks balance, or any cosmetics you own. Everything stays with your account — only the name changes. Your friends will still see you in their friend list, and you will still have access to all your skins, emotes, and other items.

Troubleshooting username change problems

If you see an error message when trying to save your new username, check that it is between 3 and 16 characters, contains only letters, numbers, and underscores, and does not include spaces or special characters. If the name contains profanity or appears to impersonate someone, Epic Games will block it even if you do not see those words as a problem.

If you cannot access the Display Name field or the pencil icon is not appearing, try logging out of your Epic Games account and logging back in. If you are using a mobile browser, switch to a desktop or laptop browser — some account settings do not work properly on phones. If the problem continues, contact Epic Games support through their website.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my username more than once a month?

No. You can change your username once every 30 days. The system counts 30 days from the date you made your last change, not from the calendar month. If you changed your name on March 15, you can change it again on April 14.

What if I want my old username back?

You can change back to your old username anytime after 30 days have passed since your last change, as long as no one else has taken it in the meantime. If someone else claimed it, you will have to choose a different name or wait to see if they change theirs.

Does changing my username affect my rank or progress?

No. Your rank, level, Battle Pass progress, cosmetics, and V-Bucks all stay with your account. Only the name that appears to other players changes. Your stats and history remain exactly the same.

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 symbols are not allowed. If you try to use them, the system will reject your entry.

What should I do if my username is inappropriate and I want to change it?

You can change your username when ready — there is no waiting period for your first change or for changing an inappropriate name. Log into your Epic Games account, go to Account settings, find Display Name, and save your new name. The change takes effect right away.