The basic steps to change your username

To change your Roblox username, go to the Roblox website and sign into your account. Click the gear icon in the top right corner, then select Settings. On the left side, click Account. You will see a field labeled Username with your current name. Click the pencil icon next to it, type your new username, and click Verify.

Roblox will check whether the username is available and whether it follows the site's naming rules. If it is available and acceptable, you will see a confirmation screen. Click I Agree to confirm the change. Your new username takes effect when ready.

You can only change your username once every 30 days. If you changed it recently, the button will be grayed out and will show you the date when you can change it again.

Key Takeaways

  • Go to Settings through the gear icon, then click Account, then click the pencil icon next to your username to start the change.
  • Your new username must be available and cannot contain spaces, special characters, or words that Roblox has blocked.
  • You can change your username only once every 30 days, and the change takes effect right away.
  • If you cannot change your username, check whether you changed it in the last 30 days or whether your account is too new.
  • Changing your username does not affect your account data, friends list, or game progress.

What usernames Roblox will not allow

Roblox blocks usernames that contain spaces, numbers at the start, or special characters like underscores, hyphens, or periods. The system also rejects usernames that are already taken, even if the account that owns them is inactive or very old.

The site maintains a list of blocked words and phrases that cannot appear in any username. These include profanity, slurs, and references to real-world violence or illegal activity. If you try to use a blocked word, Roblox will tell you the username is unavailable without explaining why. Try a different combination of letters.

Troubleshooting when the change does not work

If the pencil icon next to your username is grayed out, you have already changed your username within the last 30 days. The system will show you the exact date you can change it again. You must wait until that date passes.

If your account is brand new, you may not be able to change your username yet. Roblox requires accounts to be at least a few days old before allowing a username change. If you created your account very recently, wait a few days and try again.

If you see an error message when you click Verify, the username you chose either contains a blocked word, is already taken, or breaks Roblox's naming rules. Try a different username. You can test as many options as you want before you confirm the change.

What happens to your account after you change your username

Your new username appears on your profile, in games, and on leaderboards when ready. Other players will see your new name in chat and in friend lists. Your old username is released back into the system and becomes available for someone else to use after a short delay.

Changing your username does not affect your Robux balance, your inventory, your game progress, or your friends list. All of your game data stays exactly the same. People who had you added as a friend will still see you in their friends list under your new name.

Changing your username on mobile

If you play Roblox on a phone or tablet, the process is the same. Open the Roblox app or website, tap the three horizontal lines (menu icon) in the bottom right corner, and tap your username at the top. Tap Settings, then Account. Tap the pencil icon next to your username and follow the same steps as on a computer.

Some older phones may have a slightly different menu layout, but the Settings and Account sections are always in the same place. If you cannot find the pencil icon, make sure you are signed into the account you want to change and that you are looking at the Account section, not a different part of Settings.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

No. Once you change your username, the old one is released and becomes available for anyone else to claim. If you want to use that name again, you would have to wait for someone else to claim it first, then hope they change their username and release it. It is better to choose a username you will want to keep.

What if someone else took my old username?

Roblox does not reserve old usernames for the people who used them. If someone else claimed your old username after you changed yours, there is no way to get it back. You can contact Roblox support, but they will not force another player to give up a username they claimed fairly.

Do I have to pay Robux to change my username?

No. Changing your username is free. Roblox does not charge Robux or real money for username changes. Anyone with a free account can change their username once every 30 days at no cost.

Will my friends still be able to find me after I change my username?

Yes. Your friends will see your new username in their friends list automatically. They do not have to do anything. You will still appear in their friends list under your new name, and they can still message you and join your games.

Can I change my username if my account is banned?

No. If your account is banned or suspended, you cannot change your username until the ban is lifted. You also cannot change your username if your account has been terminated. Contact Roblox support if you believe your account was banned by mistake.