Roblox charges for username changes, but there is one free option

You can change your Roblox username for free only once: when you first create your account. After that, Roblox charges 1,000 Robux (their in-game currency) each time you want a new username. There is no way around this fee if you have already used your one free change. If you have not yet created an account or have never changed your username, you can pick any available name at signup without paying anything.

The free change happens automatically during account creation. You choose your username when you sign up, and that choice costs nothing. Once you confirm that account and log in, the free option is gone. Any username change after that requires spending Robux, which you must purchase with real money or earn through specific Roblox activities.

Key Takeaways

  • Your first username is free when you create your Roblox account, but you only get one free change ever.
  • Every username change after the first one costs 1,000 Robux, which requires spending real money or earning it through approved methods.
  • You cannot change your username without paying unless you have never changed it before.
  • Roblox does not offer refunds or exceptions to the username change fee, even for new accounts or special circumstances.

When your free username change applies

The free change is only available during the account creation process. When you sign up for Roblox, you enter a username as part of your registration. That username is yours at no cost. You do not need Robux, a credit card, or anything else — it is included in making the account.

Once you finish creating your account and log in for the first time, that free window closes. If you later decide you want a different username, you will need to pay. This applies whether you change your mind after one day or one year.

What happens if you have already used your free change

If you created your account years ago and already changed your username once, you have used your free change. You cannot get it back. The next time you want a new username, you must pay 1,000 Robux. Roblox does not restore the free change or offer it again under any circumstances.

The only way to get another free username change would be to create a brand new Roblox account. That new account would have its own free change available during signup. However, you would lose access to your old account's games, items, and progress — so this is rarely worth it just to avoid the fee.

How much the paid username change costs

A username change costs 1,000 Robux. The price of Robux in real money varies depending on how many you buy at once. Buying 1,000 Robux typically costs between $10 and $12 USD, though prices differ by country and payment method. If you buy a larger package (like 4,500 Robux at once), the per-Robux cost is slightly lower, but you would be spending more money overall.

Roblox also occasionally runs sales or promotions, but these rarely explore to username changes specifically. The 1,000 Robux fee itself does not change.

Ways to earn Robux without spending money

Some Roblox games and activities let you earn Robux, but the options are limited and the earnings are usually small. If you are a game developer, you can earn Robux by creating games that other players visit and spend Robux in. However, this requires building a game that attracts players, which takes time and skill. Most players do not earn enough this way to cover a username change.

Roblox also has a Premium membership that gives you a small monthly Robux stipend (the amount varies). If you subscribe to Premium, you receive Robux each month that you could save toward a username change. However, Premium itself costs real money — usually around $5 to $15 per month depending on the tier — so this is not truly free.

There is no legitimate way to earn 1,000 Robux without either creating a successful game or paying for Premium. Websites or apps that claim to give free Robux are scams and can compromise your account security.

How to change your username if you decide to pay

If you have Robux in your account, changing your username is straightforward. Log into Roblox, go to your account settings, and look for the username option. Click "Change Username" and enter the new name you want. Roblox will check whether that name is available. If it is, you confirm the change and the 1,000 Robux is deducted from your account when ready. The change takes effect right away.

You can only change your username once every seven days. If you change it on Monday, you cannot change it again until the following Monday. This cooldown applies even if you have enough Robux for multiple changes.

Things to know before you change your username

When you change your username, your old name becomes available for other players to use. If you change your mind later, you cannot get the old name back unless you pay another 1,000 Robux to change again and hope nobody has claimed it in the meantime. Think carefully about your new username before you confirm the change.

Your user ID (a number assigned to your account) never changes, even when your username does. Games and friends lists use your user ID, not your username, so changing your name does not affect your game progress or friendships. However, people who know you by your old username will need to search for your new one to find you.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I get my free username change back if I used it by mistake?

No. Roblox does not restore the free change or offer refunds. Once you use it, it is gone permanently. If you used it on a username you did not like, your only option is to pay 1,000 Robux for the next change.

What if I create a new account — do I get another free change?

Yes, each new account has its own free username change available at signup. However, you would lose access to your old account's games, items, and friends. This is usually not worth it unless you are starting completely fresh.

Can I change my username without paying if I report a problem to Roblox support?

Roblox support does not waive the username change fee for any reason, including account issues or complaints. The fee is a standard policy with no exceptions. Support can help if your account was hacked or compromised, but they will not give you a free username change as compensation.

Is there a way to get free Robux to pay for the username change?

The only legitimate ways to earn Robux are creating a successful game or subscribing to Premium (which costs money). Websites offering free Robux are scams. If you want to change your username without spending money, you would need to build a game that earns enough Robux, which is not realistic for most players.

What happens to my old username after I change it?

Your old username becomes available for any other player to claim. You cannot reserve it or get it back unless you pay to change your username again and hope nobody has taken it. Choose your new username carefully because reclaiming an old one is expensive and uncertain.