Change your username through account settings

To change your Roblox username, log into your account on the Roblox website, go to Settings, then Account, and select the option to change your username. The page will show your current username and a field where you can type a new one. Type the new username you want, then click the button to confirm the change.

Roblox will check whether the username is available before you finalize it. If someone else has already taken that username, you will see a message saying it is unavailable, and you will need to choose a different one. Once you pick an available username and confirm, the change takes effect when ready across all your games and your profile.

You can change your username once every 30 days. If you changed it recently, the Settings page will tell you when you are allowed to change it again. This limit applies whether you paid Robux (Roblox's in-game currency) to change it or not.

Key Takeaways

  • Log into your account on the Roblox website, go to Settings, then Account, to find the username change option.
  • Your new username takes effect when ready across all games and your profile once you confirm the change.
  • You can change your username once every 30 days, and Roblox will tell you the exact date you can change it again.
  • If the username you want is taken, Roblox will show you that message before you finalize anything, so you can pick a different one.
  • Changing your username does not affect your account security, game progress, or items — only the name other players see.

What happens to your old username after you change it

Once you change your username, your old one becomes available for someone else to take. This usually happens within a few minutes. If you think you might want to use your old username again in the future, you should know that you cannot reserve it — anyone can claim it once it is released.

Your account history, game progress, items, and friends list all stay the same. Other players who had you added as a friend will still see you on their friends list, but under your new username. Games you have played and items you own are tied to your account, not to your username, so nothing is lost when you change it.

Changing your username on mobile or console

If you play Roblox on a phone or tablet, you cannot change your username directly in the app. You will need to open a web browser, go to the Roblox website, and log into your account there. Then follow the same steps: Settings, Account, and the username change option. The process is identical to changing it on a computer.

If you play on Xbox, PlayStation, or Nintendo Switch, your Roblox account is linked to your console account. You still change your Roblox username through the website, not through the console. Log in on a computer or phone, make the change, and it will show up on your console the next time you play.

Usernames you cannot use

Roblox blocks certain usernames for safety and policy reasons. You cannot use a username that contains profanity, impersonates a Roblox employee or well-known player, or includes personal information like a real phone number or email address. The system will reject these before you can confirm the change and will usually tell you why.

Usernames that are too similar to existing ones may also be blocked. If you try a username and Roblox says it is unavailable or not allowed, try a different variation. Adding numbers or underscores to your preferred name is a common way to find something that works.

If you cannot find the username change option

If you are logged in but do not see a username change option in Settings, your account may be too new. Roblox requires accounts to be at least 13 days old before you can change the username. If your account is older than that and you still do not see the option, try logging out completely, closing your browser, and logging back in.

If the option still does not appear, clear your browser cache and cookies, then try again. Sometimes old data stored in your browser can prevent the page from loading correctly. If you are using a very old browser version, update it and try once more. If none of these steps work, you can contact Roblox support through the Help page on the website.

Changing your display name instead of your username

Roblox has two separate name settings: your username (the one you log in with and that appears in most places) and your display name (an optional nickname that other players see in games). You can change your display name more often than your username — usually once every three days — and it does not count against your 30-day username change limit.

To set a display name, go to Settings, Account, and look for the Display Name field. This is different from the username field. A display name is purely cosmetic and does not change how you log in or how your account works. Many players use a display name to show a nickname or alternate spelling while keeping their original username.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Not directly. Once you change your username, the old one is released and anyone can take it. If you want to use it again, you would have to wait for someone else to stop using it and then claim it yourself. Your best option is to change to a new username you like and stick with it, or use a display name if you want a different name in games.

Do I lose my Robux or items when I change my username?

No. Your Robux, game items, game progress, and friends list all stay exactly the same. Changing your username only changes the name other players see — it does not affect anything tied to your account.

What if someone took my old username right after I changed it?

Usernames are first-come, first-served once they are released. If someone claimed your old username, you cannot get it back. You can contact Roblox support if you believe the person who took it is impersonating you, but Roblox does not reassign usernames based on who had them first.

How long does it take for a username change to show up everywhere?

The change is when ready on the website and in most games. In some older games or third-party tools, it may take a few minutes to update. If you see your old username somewhere after changing it, wait a few minutes and refresh the page.

Can I change my username if my account is banned?

If your account is temporarily banned, you can still change your username once the ban ends. If your account is permanently banned, Roblox will not let you make changes to it. Contact Roblox support if you believe your ban was a mistake.