Where to change your Bedrock username

On Bedrock Edition, your username is tied to your Microsoft account, not to Minecraft itself. This means you change it through Microsoft's account settings, not through the Minecraft launcher or game menu. The process is the same whether you play on Windows, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, or mobile.

You must be signed into the Microsoft account you use to play Bedrock. If you play on console, you'll need to access Microsoft's website from a computer or phone, because console menus don't give you the option to change your account name.

Key Takeaways

  • Your Bedrock username comes from your Microsoft account, so you change it on the Microsoft website, not in the Minecraft game or launcher.
  • You can change your username once every 30 days, and the change takes effect when ready in all Bedrock worlds and servers.
  • The change is permanent for that 30-day period — you cannot undo it or revert to your old name until 30 days have passed.
  • If you play on console, you must change your username through Microsoft's website because the console menu does not offer this option.

Steps to change your username on a computer

Go to account.microsoft.com in your web browser and sign in with the Microsoft account you use for Bedrock. Once you're logged in, look for "Your info" or "Account" in the left menu, then select "Manage your Microsoft account."

Find the section labeled "Your profile" or "Account info" and look for your username or gamertag. Click "Edit name" or "Change gamertag" — the exact wording varies depending on your account type. Enter your new username in the text field. Microsoft will check whether the name is available; if it's taken, you'll see a message and need to choose a different one.

After you confirm your new username, the change takes effect when ready. Your old username becomes available for other players to use after 30 days. In the meantime, no one else can claim it.

Steps to change your username on a phone or tablet

Open a web browser on your phone or tablet and go to account.microsoft.com. Sign in with your Microsoft account. The layout on mobile is similar to the desktop version, though buttons may be in slightly different places.

Tap "Your info" or "Account," then find the section for your username or gamertag. Tap "Edit" or "Change gamertag," enter your new name, and confirm. The change applies to your Bedrock account when ready, even if you're currently playing on a console or another device.

What happens after you change your username

Your new username appears in all Bedrock worlds, multiplayer servers, and the player list within 5 to 10 minutes. Other players will see your new name when you join their world or server. Your old username is reserved for you for 30 days — during that time, no one else can use it, but you also cannot change back to it.

If you own a Realm (a Bedrock world that other players can join), your username change does not affect the Realm itself. The Realm keeps the same name and settings. Your player profile within that Realm updates to show your new username.

The 30-day waiting period between changes

Microsoft enforces a 30-day cooldown between username changes. If you change your username today, you cannot change it again until 30 days have passed. This limit applies to your entire Microsoft account, not just Bedrock — changing your username affects any game or service that uses your Microsoft account.

If you try to change your username before 30 days have passed, Microsoft will show you the date when you can change it again. There is no way to bypass this waiting period or change it sooner.

Troubleshooting: username not changing in-game

If you changed your username on Microsoft's website but it still shows your old name in Bedrock, sign out of the game completely and sign back in. Close the Minecraft launcher entirely (not just the game window) and reopen it. This forces the launcher to refresh your account information.

If the old name persists after signing out and back in, wait 10 to 15 minutes and try again. Microsoft's servers sometimes take a few minutes to sync the change across all devices. If your username still hasn't updated after an hour, restart your device and launch Bedrock again.

What you cannot change about your account

Your Gamertag (the name that appears on Xbox and other Microsoft services) is separate from your Bedrock username. Changing one does not change the other. If you want to change your Gamertag as well, you do that in a different section of your Microsoft account settings.

Your email address associated with your Microsoft account is not the same as your username. If you need to change your email, that's a separate process in account settings. Your Bedrock username change does not affect which email is tied to your account.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my username more than once?

Yes, but only once every 30 days. After you change your username, you must wait 30 days before you can change it again. This is a hard limit set by Microsoft and cannot be shortened.

Will changing my username affect my worlds or progress?

No. Your worlds, inventory, achievements, and all progress stay exactly the same. Only your player name changes. Other players will see your new name, but your worlds and items remain yours.

What if the username I want is already taken?

Microsoft will tell you the name is unavailable when you try to claim it. You must choose a different username. You can try adding numbers, underscores, or different spelling to find a variation that is available.

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

No. Your password and username are separate. Changing your username does not affect your password or security settings. You only need to change your password if you suspect someone has accessed your account.

Can I change my username on console without using a computer?

No. Console menus do not have a username change option. You must use a computer or phone to visit account.microsoft.com and change it there. The change will then appear on your console within a few minutes.