You can change your Roblox username once every 30 days without paying

Roblox lets you change your username for free once per month. The change takes effect when ready, and your old username becomes available for other players to claim after a short waiting period. You do not need to spend Robux — the in-game currency — to make this change happen.

The process takes about two minutes and happens entirely within your account settings. You will need to be logged in to your Roblox account on a computer or mobile device, and you must be at least 13 years old to change your username (younger accounts have restrictions on this feature).

Key Takeaways

  • You can change your username once every 30 days at no cost by going to your account settings and selecting the username option.
  • Your old username becomes available for others to claim after a waiting period, so choose a new one you plan to keep.
  • The change takes effect when ready across all Roblox games and your profile page.
  • If you have changed your username within the last 30 days, you will see a countdown timer showing when you can change it again.

Steps to change your username on computer

Open Roblox.com and log into your account. Click the circular profile icon in the top right corner of the page, then select Settings from the dropdown menu that appears.

On the Settings page, click the Account tab on the left side. Look for the section labeled Username — you will see your current username displayed there. Click the Change Username button next to it.

Type your new username into the text box. Roblox will check in real time whether the name is available. If the name is taken, you will see a red X and a message saying the username is not available. Keep trying different names until you find one that shows a green checkmark, which means it is available.

Once you have chosen an available name, click the Change Username button to confirm. The change happens when ready. You will see your new username displayed on your profile and in all Roblox games you join.

Steps to change your username on mobile

Open the Roblox app on your phone or tablet and log in. Tap the three horizontal lines (the menu icon) in the bottom right corner of the screen.

Scroll down and tap Settings. Tap Account, then look for Username. Tap the Change Username button.

Type your new username and wait for Roblox to check availability. A green checkmark means the name is free to use. Tap Change Username to confirm, and the change takes effect right away.

What happens to your old username

When you change your username, your old one does not disappear when ready. Roblox holds it for a waiting period — typically a few days to a week — before making it available for other players to claim. This delay prevents someone from snatching your old name the when ready you change it.

During this waiting period, no one else can use your old username. After the waiting period ends, any player can claim it. If you want to keep your old username reserved, you can change back to it within the 30-day window without using your monthly change.

The 30-day waiting period between changes

After you change your username, you must wait 30 days before changing it again. This limit applies to every account, with no exceptions. If you try to change your username before 30 days have passed, you will see a countdown timer showing exactly how many days and hours remain.

The timer resets each time you make a change. If you change your username on January 15th, your next change becomes available on February 14th. Plan your username changes carefully, because you cannot undo a change early or pay to reset the timer.

Usernames that Roblox will not let you use

Roblox blocks certain usernames for safety and policy reasons. You cannot use usernames that contain profanity, impersonate Roblox staff or famous people, include hate speech, or suggest illegal activity. Usernames with excessive numbers or special characters may also be rejected.

If you try to use a blocked name, Roblox will show you an error message explaining why the name is not available. The system does not tell you exactly which word or phrase triggered the block — you will straightforward see that the name is unavailable. Try removing numbers, shortening the name, or choosing a different word entirely.

What does not change when you update your username

Your Roblox user ID — a unique number assigned to your account — never changes, even when you change your username. Games and friends lists use your user ID to track you, not your username. This means your game progress, friend list, and inventory stay exactly the same after a username change.

Your Robux balance, game passes, and developer exchange earnings are all tied to your user ID and will not be affected. Other players can still find you by your new username, and you can still join the same games and groups you were in before.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my username more than once a month?

No. Roblox enforces a strict 30-day limit between username changes. You cannot pay Robux to reset this timer or change it early. If you need to change your username again, you must wait until the 30-day period has passed.

What if someone takes my old username after I change it?

Once the waiting period ends, your old username becomes available to anyone. If someone claims it, you cannot get it back. You can change back to your old username only during the 30-day window after you change away from it, and this counts as your one free change for that month.

Do I lose my games or friends when I change my username?

No. Your games, progress, friend list, and Robux all stay with your account. Roblox tracks you by your user ID, not your username. Friends can still find you under your new name, and you keep access to everything you owned before the change.

Why does Roblox say my username is unavailable when I think it should be free?

The name may contain a word or phrase Roblox blocks automatically, even if it does not seem offensive to you. Roblox filters usernames for profanity, impersonation, and policy violations. Try a different spelling, remove numbers, or choose a completely different name.

Can I change my username on a console version of Roblox?

You must change your username through the Roblox website or mobile app — the console versions of Roblox games do not have a settings menu for this. Log into Roblox.com on a computer or use the mobile app, make your change, and it will take effect across all platforms where you play.