Change your PokerStars username through Account Settings

You can change your PokerStars username once every 30 days through the Account Settings menu in the app or website. The new name takes effect when ready, though your account history and balance stay the same. You cannot revert to a previous username, so choose carefully — PokerStars does not allow you to change back to a name you used before.

The process takes about two minutes and requires no contact with PokerStars support unless something goes wrong. Your new username appears to other players right away, but any pending tournament registrations or cash game sessions will show your old name until those sessions end.

Key Takeaways

  • You can change your username once every 30 days by going to Account Settings, then Profile or Username, depending on whether you use the app or website.
  • Your new username takes effect when ready across all PokerStars platforms — app, website, and any linked casino apps.
  • You cannot change your username back to one you previously used, so pick a name you want to keep.
  • If you have changed your username within the last 30 days, you must wait until the 30-day window closes before changing it again.
  • Usernames must be between 3 and 16 characters, contain only letters, numbers, and underscores, and cannot start with a number.

Steps to change your username on the PokerStars website

Log into your PokerStars account on the website. Click your account icon or avatar in the top right corner of the page, then select Account Settings from the dropdown menu.

In Account Settings, look for the Profile or Username section — the exact label depends on your region and account type. Click Edit or Change next to your current username. Type your new username into the text field. PokerStars will tell you when ready if the name is already taken or breaks the naming rules. Once you see a green checkmark or confirmation message, click Save or Confirm.

Your new username is now active. Log out and log back in if you want to verify the change has taken effect.

Steps to change your username in the PokerStars app

Open the PokerStars app and log in. Tap the menu icon (three horizontal lines) in the top left or bottom right corner, depending on your device. Select Account or Settings.

Tap Profile or Account Details, then look for your username. Tap Edit next to it. Type your new username and tap Save or Confirm. The app will show you whether the name is available before you save. Once saved, your new username appears when ready in the app and on the website.

Username rules and what you cannot use

Your new username must be between 3 and 16 characters long. You can use letters (uppercase and lowercase), numbers, and underscores only — no spaces, hyphens, or special characters. Your username cannot start with a number, though numbers can appear anywhere else.

PokerStars blocks usernames that contain profanity, impersonate staff members, or reference real money gambling in ways that violate local laws. If you try to create a username that breaks these rules, the system will reject it and ask you to try again. You cannot use a username you have owned before, even if you changed away from it years ago.

What happens if you cannot change your username

If the system says you changed your username recently, you must wait until 30 days have passed since your last change. There is no way to speed this up — PokerStars enforces the 30-day window strictly. Mark the date of your last change and try again 30 days later.

If the name you want is already taken, try adding a number or underscore to make it unique. If the system rejects your username for breaking naming rules, read the error message carefully — it usually tells you which rule you broke. Common rejections happen when people try to use spaces, hyphens, or special characters, or when they start the name with a number.

If you believe your account has a technical problem preventing you from changing your username, or if you changed your username and it did not take effect after logging out and back in, contact PokerStars support through the Help menu in your account. Have your account username and the date you attempted the change ready when you reach out.

How your username change affects linked accounts

If you have linked your PokerStars account to a PokerStars Casino app or other PokerStars product, your new username updates across all of them automatically. You do not need to change your username separately in each app — one change in Account Settings updates everywhere.

Your account balance, tournament history, and player statistics remain exactly the same. Other players will see your new username in games and tournaments, but your account level, achievements, and rewards do not reset.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my username back to what it was before?

No. PokerStars does not allow you to reuse any username you have owned in the past, even if you changed away from it years ago. Once you change from a username, that name is permanently locked to your account history and cannot be reclaimed by you or anyone else.

What if someone else is using the username I want?

Usernames on PokerStars are unique — no two accounts can have the same name. If the name you want is taken, try adding a number or underscore to create a variation. For example, if "Player123" is taken, you could try "Player123_" or "Player_123".

Do I lose my money or tournament history when I change my username?

No. Your account balance, all tournament results, cash game history, and player statistics stay exactly the same. Only the name displayed to other players changes. Your account level and any rewards or achievements remain on your account.

How long does it take for my new username to show up?

Your new username takes effect when ready after you save it. If you are currently in a game or tournament, other players may see your old name until that session ends, but any new games you join will show your new username right away.

What if I change my username by mistake?

You cannot undo a username change, but you can change it again after 30 days have passed. If you changed to a name you do not want to keep, wait 30 days and then change to the name you prefer. PokerStars support cannot reverse or speed up this process.