Change your username through Ubisoft Connect, not through the game itself

Your Rainbow Six Siege username is tied to your Ubisoft account, not to the game. You cannot change it from inside the game client. Instead, you log into Ubisoft Connect on the web, go to your account settings, and change your username there. The change takes effect when ready in Rainbow Six Siege and all other Ubisoft games you play.

The process takes about five minutes if you already know your current password. If you do not remember your password, you will need to reset it first, which adds another step.

Key Takeaways

  • You change your username on the Ubisoft Connect website, not in the Rainbow Six Siege game client.
  • You need your current Ubisoft password to make the change, so have it ready before you start.
  • The new username appears in Rainbow Six Siege within seconds, but other players may see the old name in their recent match history for a few hours.
  • Usernames must be between 3 and 16 characters, contain only letters, numbers, hyphens, and underscores, and cannot be changed more than once every 30 days.
  • If your desired username is already taken, you will see that message when ready and can try a different one without penalty.

Step-by-step: changing your username on Ubisoft Connect

Go to account.ubisoft.com in your web browser and sign in with your Ubisoft email and password. If you are already signed in, you may skip the login screen.

Once you are logged in, look for your profile icon or name in the top right corner of the page. Click it and select Profile from the dropdown menu. On your profile page, find the section labeled Personal Information or Account Settings — the exact label varies slightly depending on your region, but it is always near the top of the page.

Look for the field that says Username. Click the pencil icon or Edit button next to it. Type your new username into the text box. Ubisoft will show you when ready whether the name is available or already taken. If it is taken, try a different one. If it is available, you will see a green checkmark.

Enter your current Ubisoft password in the password field that appears below the username box. This is a security step — Ubisoft requires you to confirm your password before changing account details. Click Save or Confirm. Your new username is now active.

Username rules and restrictions

Ubisoft enforces specific rules about what characters and length your username can be. Your username must be between 3 and 16 characters long. You can use letters (uppercase and lowercase), numbers, hyphens, and underscores. You cannot use spaces, special characters like @, #, or !, or accented letters.

You cannot change your username more than once every 30 days. If you changed it recently, the Edit button will be grayed out and will show you how many days remain before you can change it again. This rule prevents people from cycling through usernames to evade bans or confuse other players.

Usernames that contain slurs, hate speech, or impersonation of real people or public figures may be flagged by Ubisoft and changed without your permission. If this happens, you will receive an email explaining the change and will be able to choose a new username when ready.

What happens to your old username after you change it

Your old username becomes available for someone else to use after a short delay — usually within 24 hours. Other players will see your new username in the game when ready, but in their recent match history and on leaderboards, your old name may still appear for a few hours while Ubisoft's servers sync the change across all regions.

Your rank, MMR (Matchmaking Rating), and all your cosmetics and operators stay with your account. Changing your username does not reset your progress or affect your ranked placement. Friends who have you added will see your new username the next time they log in.

If you forgot your Ubisoft password

You cannot change your username without entering your current password. If you do not remember it, go to account.ubisoft.com and click Forgot your password? on the login page. Enter the email address associated with your Ubisoft account. Ubisoft will send you a password reset link to that email.

Click the link in the email and follow the prompts to create a new password. Once you have set a new password, return to your profile settings and change your username using the steps above. The entire process takes about 10 minutes.

Troubleshooting: username change did not go through

If you clicked Save but your username did not change, check whether you entered your password correctly. Ubisoft will not save the change if the password is wrong — you will see an error message saying "Incorrect password" or "Authentication failed."

If you see a message saying "Username already in use" or "Username unavailable," the name you chose has been taken by someone else. Try a different combination. If you see "Username contains invalid characters," you used a space, special character, or accented letter — remove those and try again.

If the page does not respond or you see a server error, wait a few minutes and try again. Ubisoft's account servers are usually reliable, but occasional maintenance or regional outages can block changes temporarily. If the problem persists after 30 minutes, contact Ubisoft Support through their website.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does changing my username affect my rank or MMR?

No. Your rank, MMR, and all progress stay with your account. Only your display name changes. Other players will see your new name in matches and on leaderboards, but your statistics and cosmetics remain unchanged.

Can I change my username back to my old one?

Yes, but only after 30 days have passed since your last change. If you changed your username yesterday and want to go back, you will have to wait until the 30-day window closes. After that, you can change it to anything available, including your old username — if no one else has claimed it in the meantime.

Will my friends still see me in their friends list after I change my username?

Yes. Your friends list is tied to your Ubisoft account, not your username. Friends will see your new username the next time they log in, but you will still appear in their friends list without them having to re-add you.

What if someone else took my old username?

Usernames are first-come, first-served. If someone claimed your old username after you changed yours, you cannot get it back unless they change theirs. You can choose a different username instead. The 30-day cooldown applies only to your own account, not to reclaiming old names.

Can I change my username on console or mobile?

No. You must change your username on the Ubisoft Connect website using a computer or mobile web browser. The change syncs to your console or PC version of Rainbow Six Siege automatically once you log in.