You can change your VRChat username once every 30 days through your account settings

VRChat lets you change the name other players see in-game, but the process is stricter than most social platforms. You get one change per month, and the name you pick becomes locked in for 30 days after you change it. The change happens when ready in-game once you confirm it, but you cannot undo it during that 30-day window.

The username change feature lives in your VRChat account settings on the web, not in the VR headset app itself. You will need to log in from a computer or phone browser, make the change, and then restart VRChat to see the new name reflected in your friends list and in-game.

Key Takeaways

  • Username changes happen through the VRChat website account settings, not through the VR app.
  • You can change your username once every 30 days, and the new name is locked in for that full month.
  • The change takes effect when ready in-game, but you must restart VRChat to see it update in your friends list.
  • Your old username becomes available for other players to claim after you change it.
  • Display names (the custom text above your avatar) are separate from your username and can be changed more often.

Step 1: Log into your VRChat account on the web

Go to vrchat.com and click the login button in the top right corner. Enter the email address and password you use for your VRChat account. If you have two-factor authentication enabled, you will be asked to enter a code from your authenticator app or email.

Once you are logged in, look for your account menu — usually a profile icon or your current username in the top right corner of the page. Click it and select Account or Settings. The exact wording changes occasionally, but it will be the option that takes you to your personal account page.

Step 2: Find the username field and enter your new name

On your account settings page, scroll down until you see a field labeled Username. This is separate from your display name — the display name is what floats above your avatar in-game and can be changed more often. The username field is what other players see when they search for you or add you as a friend.

Click into the username field and delete your current name. Type your new username. VRChat usernames can be 3 to 20 characters long and can include letters, numbers, underscores, and hyphens. Spaces and special characters like periods or apostrophes are not allowed. The system will tell you when ready if the name is already taken or breaks the character rules.

Step 3: Confirm the change and restart VRChat

Once you have entered a valid new username, look for a Save or Confirm button near the username field. Click it. The website will ask you to confirm that you want to change your username and remind you that you cannot change it again for 30 days. Read that message carefully — this is your final note to back out.

After you confirm, close VRChat completely on your headset or computer. Wait a few seconds, then reopen the app and log back in. Your new username should now appear in your friends list, in your profile, and above your avatar in-game. Other players will see the new name when ready.

What happens to your old username

Once you change your username, the old one becomes available for any other player to claim. This happens right away — you do not have a grace period to reclaim it. If you think you might want to use your old username again in the future, do not change it unless you are sure.

Your friends will still be able to find you under your new username. VRChat does not break friendships or remove you from friend lists when you change your name. However, any bookmarks, invites, or links that used your old username will no longer work.

Display name versus username: which one should you change

VRChat has two separate name fields, and many people confuse them. Your username is your account identifier — it is what the system uses to find you, and it has the 30-day change limit. Your display name is the text that floats above your avatar in-game, and you can change it much more often (usually once per day or with fewer restrictions).

If you want to change how your name looks in-game without waiting 30 days, change your display name instead. Go to your account settings, find the Display Name field (usually near the username field), and update it there. The display name change takes effect the next time you load into a world.

Troubleshooting: your username did not change in-game

If you changed your username on the website but it still shows your old name in VRChat, the app has not synced yet. The most common fix is to fully close VRChat (not just minimize it) and reopen it. On a VR headset, use the system menu to close the app completely rather than just taking off the headset.

If restarting does not work, try logging out of VRChat entirely and logging back in. On PC, this means clicking your profile icon and selecting Logout. On a headset, go to your account settings in the app and choose Logout from there. Wait 10 seconds, then log back in with your account credentials. Your new username should appear after the login completes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my username more than once a month?

No. VRChat enforces a strict 30-day cooldown between username changes. Once you change your username, you cannot change it again until 30 days have passed from the date of the change. If you need to change it again, you will have to wait the full month.

What if the username I want is already taken?

The VRChat website will tell you when ready if a username is unavailable. You will need to choose a different name. You can try adding numbers, underscores, or hyphens to make a variation of the name you want, as long as it is not already claimed by someone else.

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

Yes. Your friends list does not break when you change your username. They will see your new name in their friends list automatically. However, if someone tries to search for your old username or use an old invite link, they will not find you — only your new username will work.

Can I change my display name without waiting 30 days?

Yes. Your display name (the text above your avatar) is separate from your username and has fewer restrictions on how often you can change it. You can update your display name in your account settings without affecting your username or triggering the 30-day cooldown.

What if I want to use my old username again later?

Once you change your username, the old one becomes available for other players to claim when ready. If someone else takes it, you cannot reclaim it. Think carefully before changing your username if you think you might want to use the old one again.