Where to change your Bedrock username

Your Minecraft Bedrock username lives in your Microsoft account, not in the game itself. This means you change it through Microsoft's account settings, and the change takes effect across all Bedrock devices you play on — Windows, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, or mobile.

The process is straightforward: you sign into your Microsoft account online, find the profile settings, and update your display name. The new name appears the next time you launch Bedrock Edition. You do not need to reinstall the game or create a new account.

If you play Bedrock on multiple devices, you only change the name once. Microsoft syncs it across everything linked to that account. If you play on a console like Xbox or PlayStation, the change may take a few minutes to show up there, but it will sync automatically.

Key Takeaways

  • Your Bedrock username is stored in your Microsoft account, so you change it through Microsoft's website, not through the game.
  • The change takes effect on all devices where you play Bedrock with that Microsoft account.
  • You can change your username once every 30 days, and the name must be between 3 and 16 characters.
  • If the name you want is taken, you will see that message when ready and can try a different one.

Step-by-step: changing your username online

Go to account.microsoft.com in your web browser and sign in with the Microsoft account you use for Bedrock. Once you are logged in, look for your profile picture or name in the top right corner and click it. A menu will drop down — select My Microsoft account or View account (the exact wording varies slightly by region).

On your account page, find the section labeled Your info or Profile on the left side. Click it. You will see a field showing your current display name — this is your Minecraft username. Click Edit name or the pencil icon next to it. Type your new username into the field. Microsoft will tell you when ready if the name is already taken or contains blocked words. If it is available, click Save or Next.

Microsoft may ask you to confirm your identity by sending a code to your email or phone. Check your email (including spam folder) for a message from Microsoft, copy the code, and paste it into the confirmation box. Once confirmed, your new username is saved. You do not need to do anything else — the change syncs to your game automatically.

What happens after you change your name

Your new username appears in Bedrock the next time you launch the game. If you are already in a world or server, you may need to close and reopen the game for the change to show. On consoles like Xbox or PlayStation, the sync can take a few minutes, so if you do not see the new name right away, wait five minutes and check again.

Other players will see your new name in multiplayer worlds and on servers. Your old username does not carry over to any worlds or saves — it is straightforward replaced. If you had a skin or character customization tied to your old account, it stays with your account and appears with your new name.

Microsoft tracks when you change your username. You can change it once every 30 days. If you try to change it again before 30 days have passed, you will see a message telling you when you can change it next. This limit resets from the date of your last change, not on a calendar date.

Restrictions and rules for usernames

Your username must be between 3 and 16 characters long. You can use letters, numbers, and underscores. Spaces are not allowed. Microsoft blocks certain words and phrases — if you try to use one, the system will reject it and ask you to choose something else. The blocked list includes profanity, slurs, and references to real people or brands.

Your username is case-insensitive in the game, meaning PlayerOne and playerone are treated as the same name. However, the display will show whatever capitalization you typed when you set it. If you change only the capitalization of your current name, Microsoft counts that as a change and starts a new 30-day timer.

Troubleshooting: name not showing up in game

If you changed your username but the game still shows your old name, close Bedrock completely and reopen it. On Windows, use the X button to fully close the game, not just minimize it. On console, close the app from the system menu. Wait a few seconds, then launch the game again. The new name should appear when you load in.

If the name still has not changed after closing and reopening, sign out of your Microsoft account within the game and sign back in. On Windows, go to Settings in the pause menu, find Account, and select Sign out. Wait a few seconds, then sign back in with the same account. This forces the game to refresh your profile information from Microsoft's servers.

On console, sign out from the system settings (not from within the game), then sign back in. This is more thorough than signing out in-game and often resolves sync delays. After signing back in, launch Bedrock and your new username should appear.

If you cannot find the name change option

Some Microsoft accounts are set up as child accounts or have parental controls enabled. If you cannot see the option to edit your name, the account may have restrictions that prevent changes. Ask the parent or guardian account holder to adjust the privacy settings, or contact Microsoft Support through account.microsoft.com for help with your specific account type.

If you are using a work or school account (often ending in @company.com or @school.edu), you may not be able to change the display name because your organization controls those settings. In that case, you would need to use a personal Microsoft account for Bedrock instead, or contact your IT department to request a name change.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my username more than once?

Yes, but only once every 30 days. The 30-day timer starts from the date you made your last change. If you try to change it again before the timer expires, Microsoft will show you the exact date when you can change it next.

Will changing my username affect my worlds or inventory?

No. Your worlds, items, skins, and all progress stay with your account. Only the name displayed to other players changes. Everything you built and collected remains exactly as it was.

What if the username I want is already taken?

Microsoft will tell you when ready when you try to save it. The system checks availability in real time, so you can try a different name right away without waiting. You can add numbers or underscores to make a variation of the name you want.

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

No. Your username and password are separate. Changing your display name does not affect your password or account security. You only need to change your password if you suspect someone has accessed your account without permission.

How long does it take for the new name to show on Xbox or PlayStation?

Usually a few minutes. If you do not see it right away, wait five minutes and check again. If it still has not appeared after 10 minutes, close the Bedrock app completely and reopen it. The sync should complete within a few minutes of relaunching.