Change your username through the HoYoverse account settings

You change your Genshin Impact username by logging into your HoYoverse account online, not through the game itself. The game pulls your display name from your HoYoverse profile, so updating it there updates it everywhere. The process takes about two minutes and works the same way whether you play on PC, mobile, or console.

Go to hoyoverse.com and log in with the account you use for Genshin Impact. If you have linked your game to a Google, Apple, Facebook, or Microsoft account instead of a direct HoYoverse login, use that method to sign in. Once you are logged in, look for your profile icon or account menu — usually in the top right corner of the page.

Click on your profile icon and select Account Settings or My Account from the dropdown menu. The exact wording varies slightly depending on your region, but it will be the first or second option. You should now see a page with your account information displayed.

Key Takeaways

  • Your Genshin Impact username comes from your HoYoverse account profile, so you must change it on the HoYoverse website, not in the game.
  • Log into hoyoverse.com with the same account credentials you use to play Genshin Impact, whether that is a direct HoYoverse login or a linked social account.
  • Find the profile or account settings section and look for a field labeled "Nickname" or "Username" — this is what other players see in-game.
  • You can change your username once every 30 days, and the new name takes effect when ready after you save it.
  • If you cannot find the username field, make sure you are logged into the correct account and that your region setting matches where you play.

Locate and edit the nickname field

On the Account Settings page, look for a field labeled Nickname or Username. This is the name that appears above your character in the game and that other players see when you join their world or they join yours. It is separate from your HoYoverse account email address, which you use only to log in.

Click on the nickname field and clear the current text. Type your new username — it can be up to 16 characters long and can include letters, numbers, and some special characters like underscores and hyphens. Avoid spaces, as the system will not accept them. Once you have entered the new name, look for a Save or Confirm button near the field and click it.

The system will ask you to confirm the change. Read the confirmation message to make sure it shows the new name you want, then click the final confirmation button. Your new username takes effect when ready in the game — you do not need to restart Genshin Impact or log out and back in.

Understand the 30-day change limit

HoYoverse allows you to change your username once every 30 days. This means if you just changed your name, you will have to wait a full month before you can change it again. The system counts from the date you made the last change, not from the start of each calendar month.

If you try to change your username before the 30 days are up, the website will show you an error message with the exact date when you will be able to change it again. There is no way to bypass this limit, so choose your new name carefully before you save it. If you made a typo or changed your mind, you will have to wait until the timer runs out.

What to do if the change does not appear in-game

After you save your new username on the HoYoverse website, it should show up in Genshin Impact within a few minutes. If you still see your old name after waiting 10 minutes, close the game completely and reopen it. The game sometimes needs to refresh its connection to your account to pull the updated information.

If the old name persists after restarting the game, log out of your HoYoverse account on the website and log back in to make sure the change actually saved. Go back to Account Settings and check that the nickname field shows your new name. If it does, the change was saved but the game has not synced yet — wait another few minutes and restart the game again.

If the nickname field on the website still shows your old name, the change did not save. This usually means you did not click the final confirmation button or your internet connection dropped before the save completed. Try the process again from the beginning, making sure to click every confirmation prompt.

Linked accounts and region-specific issues

If you linked your Genshin Impact account to a social platform like Google or Facebook, you still change your username through HoYoverse. Log in using that linked account method, and the rest of the process is identical. The username field will be in the same place in Account Settings.

Some players have accounts registered in different regions — for example, one account for the Americas server and another for the Europe server. Each region has its own HoYoverse account, and each one has its own separate username. If you play on multiple servers, you will need to change the username on each account individually by logging into each one and updating it separately.

Make sure you are logged into the correct regional account before you change the username. Check the top of the HoYoverse website — it usually shows which region you are in. If you are in the wrong region, look for a region selector or language dropdown and switch to the correct one, then log out and log back in.

Restrictions on username content

HoYoverse has rules about what usernames are allowed. You cannot use offensive language, slurs, or content that violates their terms of service. You also cannot use the names of HoYoverse staff members or impersonate other players. If you try to save a username that breaks these rules, the system will reject it and ask you to choose a different one.

Usernames that are too similar to existing player names are usually allowed — the system does not require usernames to be unique. However, if another player reports your name as impersonation and HoYoverse agrees, they may force you to change it. This is rare, but it is worth knowing that your username can be changed by the company if it violates their policies.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my username more than once every 30 days?

No. HoYoverse enforces a strict 30-day cooldown between username changes. If you need to change it again, you will have to wait until the full 30 days have passed since your last change. The website will show you the exact date when you will be able to change it again.

Does changing my username affect my game progress or adventure rank?

No. Your username is purely cosmetic — it is just the name other players see. Your progress, characters, items, and adventure rank stay exactly the same. Changing your username does not reset anything or affect your account in any way.

What if I forgot which email I used to create my HoYoverse account?

Go to hoyoverse.com and click the login button. Look for a "Forgot password?" or "Cannot log in?" link. Click it and follow the recovery process — you can recover your account using the email address associated with it, or by verifying your linked social account if you set one up.

Can I change my username if I play on console?

Yes. Console players use the same HoYoverse account system as PC and mobile players. Log into hoyoverse.com with your account, go to Account Settings, and change your nickname the same way. The change will appear on your console version of the game after you restart it.

Is there a character limit for usernames?

Yes. Usernames can be up to 16 characters long. This includes letters, numbers, underscores, and hyphens. Spaces are not allowed. If you try to enter a name longer than 16 characters, the system will not let you save it.