Yes, you can change your VRChat username, but only once every 30 days

VRChat lets you change your display name through your account settings on the website. The process takes a few minutes, but the platform enforces a 30-day waiting period between changes. This means if you changed your name last week, you cannot change it again for another three weeks.

The name you change is your display name — what other players see in-game and on your profile. This is different from your account username, which you created when you first signed up and cannot be changed at all.

If you are locked out of a change because you hit the 30-day limit, you will see the exact date when your next change becomes available. There is no way to bypass this waiting period, even if you contact VRChat support.

Key Takeaways

  • You can change your display name once every 30 days through the VRChat website account settings, not in the VR app itself.
  • Your original account username cannot be changed under any circumstances — only your display name can.
  • The system will tell you the exact date your next name change is available if you have already used your change recently.
  • Changing your display name does not affect your friends list, avatar history, or any worlds you have created.

Where to find the display name setting

Log into your VRChat account on the website at vrchat.com. Click your profile icon in the top right corner and select "Settings" from the dropdown menu. On the left side, you will see a menu with several options — click "Account".

In the Account section, look for the field labeled "Display Name". This is the name that appears to other players. Type your new name into this field, then scroll down and click the "Save" button. The change takes effect when ready in-game.

You do not need to restart VRChat or log out and back in. Other players will see your new name the next time they load a world or refresh their friend list.

What counts as a valid display name

VRChat allows most characters in display names, including numbers, spaces, and common symbols. You can use letters from different languages, emoji, and special characters like hyphens or underscores. The name can be up to 32 characters long.

The platform does filter out names that violate its Community Guidelines — primarily names that are hateful, sexual, or impersonate real people or organizations. If you try to save a name that breaks these rules, the system will reject it and tell you the change did not go through.

The 30-day waiting period explained

VRChat built in the 30-day limit to prevent name-changing from being used to evade moderation or confuse other players constantly. Once you change your name, you cannot change it again until 30 days have passed from that exact date and time.

If you changed your name on March 15 at 2:00 PM, your next change window opens on April 14 at 2:00 PM. The system shows you the countdown timer in your Account settings so you always know when you are may be able to access again.

This limit applies to everyone equally — there are no exceptions for any reason, and VRChat support cannot override it or speed it up.

Your account username is permanent

When you first created your VRChat account, you chose a username — this is what you type to log in. This username is not the same as your display name, and it cannot be changed. Ever.

Your username is permanent because it is tied to your account security, your friends list, and your creation history. Changing it would break links to worlds you have built, avatars you have uploaded, and the way your friends have you saved in their contacts.

If you hate your original username, your only option is to create a new VRChat account with a different username. You would start from scratch with no friends, no avatars, and no worlds — this is why most players just change their display name instead.

What does and does not change when you update your name

When you change your display name, your friends list stays the same. People who have you added will still see you in their friends list and can still message you. Your avatar does not change, your world creation history does not change, and your account rank or trust level does not reset.

Your profile page URL also stays the same because it is based on your permanent username, not your display name. If someone bookmarked your profile or shared a link to it, that link still works and now shows your new display name on the page.

The only thing that changes is what other players see when they look at you in-game or visit your profile — your display name and nothing else.

If you want to change your name more than once a month

You cannot bypass the 30-day limit through any official method. VRChat does not offer a way to pay for faster changes or to request an exception from support.

Some players create multiple accounts to have different display names available at once, but this violates VRChat's Terms of Service if you are doing it to evade moderation or spam. Using multiple accounts for legitimate reasons — like testing worlds you are building — is generally tolerated, but the platform does not officially endorse it.

The most practical approach is to pick a name you are comfortable with for at least 30 days, then plan your next change for a month later.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my display name on the VRChat app instead of the website?

No. The display name setting only appears on the VRChat website in your Account settings. The VR app does not have a way to change your name — you must log into vrchat.com on a computer or phone browser to make the change.

What happens to my name if I get banned?

If your account is suspended or banned, your display name remains visible on your profile and in any worlds you created, but you cannot log in or change it. If the ban is lifted, you can change your name again once the 30-day timer allows it.

Can I use the same display name as someone else?

Yes. Display names are not unique in VRChat — many players can have the same name. Your permanent username is what actually identifies you. This is why people sometimes add numbers or symbols to their display names to stand out.

Does changing my name affect my avatar uploads or worlds?

No. Your avatars and worlds are tied to your account username, not your display name. You can change your display name as many times as the 30-day limit allows without affecting anything you have created.

What if I forgot my account username?

Go to the VRChat login page and click "Forgot your password?" You will be asked to enter the email address linked to your account. VRChat will send you a password reset link, and you can use that to log back in. Your username will be shown on the login confirmation screen.