You can change your username once every 30 days through the HoYoverse account settings

Your Genshin Impact username is separate from your HoYoverse account name. The username is what other players see in-game when you join their world or they join yours. To change it, you log into your HoYoverse account online, find the account settings page, and use the username change tool there. The process takes about two minutes and costs nothing.

You are limited to one username change per 30 days. If you changed your username recently, you will see a countdown timer showing when you can change it again. There is no way to speed this up or request an exception.

Key Takeaways

  • Your in-game username is managed through your HoYoverse account settings, not through the Genshin Impact game itself.
  • You can change your username once every 30 days, and the change takes effect when ready in-game.
  • The username change tool is free and works the same way whether you play on PC, mobile, or console.
  • If you have not linked your game to a HoYoverse account yet, you must do that first before you can change your username.

Step 1: Log into your HoYoverse account online

Go to account.hoyoverse.com in your web browser. Enter the email address or phone number you use for your HoYoverse account, then enter your password. If you have two-factor authentication turned on, you will need to complete that step as well.

If you do not remember your password, click "Forgot password?" on the login page and follow the recovery steps. HoYoverse will send a reset link to the email address on file.

Step 2: Find the account settings and locate the username field

Once you are logged in, look for "Account" or "Account Settings" in the left menu. Click it. You should see several options including "Profile," "Email," "Phone Number," and "Username." Click on "Username."

The page will show your current username and a text box where you can enter a new one. Below that, you will see either a green button that says "Change" or a message telling you when you can change your username again (if you changed it within the last 30 days).

Step 3: Enter your new username and confirm the change

Type your new username into the text box. Usernames in Genshin Impact can be 3 to 20 characters long and can include letters, numbers, hyphens, and underscores. Spaces are not allowed. HoYoverse will tell you when ready if your chosen name breaks these rules or if it is already taken by another player.

Once you have entered a valid username that is not taken, click the "Change" button. The system will ask you to confirm by entering your password again. After you do, the change takes effect right away. The next time you log into Genshin Impact, your new username will appear in-game.

What happens if your chosen username is already taken

If another player is already using the username you want, HoYoverse will show an error message saying the name is unavailable. You will need to choose a different name. There is no waiting list or way to reserve a username for later.

If you want a specific username badly and it is taken, you can check back periodically to see if the other player has changed their name or stopped playing. Inactive accounts do not free up usernames, so this is not a reliable strategy.

Usernames versus account names: which one shows in-game

Your HoYoverse account has two separate names. The account name is what you use to log in and is tied to your email or phone number. The username is what other players see when they visit your world or you visit theirs. Only the username shows in-game.

When you change your username through the account settings, only the in-game name changes. Your login credentials stay the same. You cannot change your account name through the same process; that requires contacting HoYoverse support.

The 30-day waiting period and what it means

After you change your username, you must wait 30 days before you can change it again. This timer starts the moment you confirm the change, not when you first enter the new name. The countdown appears on the username settings page so you can see exactly when you will be able to change it next.

If you change your username and then realize you made a typo or want a different name, you have to wait the full 30 days. There is no exception process for this rule, so take time to choose a name you are happy with before you confirm the change.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to link my game to a HoYoverse account to change my username?

Yes. If you created your Genshin Impact account through the game itself without linking it to HoYoverse, you must link it first. Go to the in-game settings, find "Account," and look for the option to link your account. Once linked, you can change your username through the HoYoverse website.

Will changing my username affect my Adventure Rank or my items?

No. Your username is purely cosmetic. Changing it does not touch your Adventure Rank, your characters, your weapons, your Primogems, or anything else in your account. Only the name that appears to other players changes.

Can I change my username on mobile or console, or do I have to use a computer?

You must use a web browser to change your username. The HoYoverse account settings are not available in the Genshin Impact app itself. You can use any device with a browser — phone, tablet, or computer — but you cannot do it from within the game.

What if I forgot which email address I used for my HoYoverse account?

Check your game settings. Go to "Account" in the in-game menu and look for "Account Information" or "Linked Accounts." This will show you which email is tied to your HoYoverse account. If you still cannot find it, contact HoYoverse support through their website.

Can other players see when I change my username?

No. Your friends list and co-op history will update to show your new username, but there is no notification sent to other players. If someone was looking for you by your old name, they will not find you under that name anymore.