VRChat usernames and Meta Quest accounts are separate, so you change them in different places
Your VRChat username and your Meta Quest account name are not the same thing. When you log into VRChat through Meta Quest, you see both names in different places — and changing one does not change the other. If you want a different VRChat username, you change it inside the VRChat app itself. If you want a different Meta Quest account name, you change that in your Meta account settings on a computer or phone.
This matters because other players see your VRChat username in-game, but your Meta Quest name appears only in your Meta account and on your Quest headset home screen. Most people who want to change their name are looking to change their VRChat username so their friends and other players see something different.
Key Takeaways
- You change your VRChat username inside the VRChat app on your Quest headset, not in Meta settings.
- VRChat usernames can be changed once every 30 days, and the change takes effect when ready in-game.
- Your old username becomes available for other players to claim after you change it.
- If you want to change your Meta Quest account name instead, you do that through Meta's website or mobile app, not through VRChat.
How to change your VRChat username on Meta Quest
Open VRChat on your Meta Quest headset and log in if you are not already. Once you are in the main menu, look for the menu button — this is usually in the lower left or right corner of your view, depending on your controller hand settings. Select it to open the main menu.
Find and select Settings from the menu options. Inside Settings, look for Account or Profile — the exact label varies by VRChat version, but it will be the section that shows your current username. Select it. You should see your current VRChat username displayed. Next to it or below it, there will be an option to Change Username or Edit Username. Select that option.
A text input field will appear. Delete your current username and type in the new one you want. VRChat usernames can be 1 to 32 characters long and can include letters, numbers, underscores, and hyphens. Once you have typed your new username, look for a Confirm or Save button and select it. The change takes effect when ready.
What happens after you change your username
Your new username appears to other players in-game right away. Any friends you have will see the new name in their friends list. Worlds you have visited and content you have created will still be tied to your account, but they will now show your new username as the creator or owner.
Your old username becomes available for other players to claim. If you change your mind within a few minutes, you cannot get the old name back if someone else has already taken it. VRChat does not hold old usernames in reserve.
The 30-day waiting period between changes
After you change your VRChat username, you cannot change it again for 30 days. This is a hard limit built into VRChat's system. If you try to change your username before 30 days have passed, the option will be grayed out or you will see a message telling you when you can change it next.
This waiting period exists to prevent spam and to keep the username system stable. Plan your username change carefully, because you will be stuck with it for at least a month.
Changing your Meta Quest account name instead
If you want to change the name that appears on your Meta Quest headset and in your Meta account, that is a different process. You do this through Meta's website or the Meta app on your phone, not through VRChat.
On a computer, go to meta.com, log in to your account, and look for Settings in the menu. Find Personal Information or Account Settings and look for your name field. You can edit it there. On a phone, open the Meta app, tap the menu icon, go to Settings & Privacy, then Settings, and find Personal Information. Your Meta account name change takes effect across all Meta services, including your Quest headset.
Troubleshooting: your username change is not working
If the Change Username option is grayed out or not appearing, you are likely still within the 30-day waiting period from your last change. Check the message on the screen — it will tell you the exact date you can change your username again.
If you see an error message when you try to confirm your new username, the username you chose may already be taken. Try a different name. Usernames are first-come, first-served, so popular names go quickly. If you want a specific name, try adding a number or underscore to make it unique.
If you are having trouble accessing the Settings menu itself, make sure you are logged into VRChat. Log out and log back in, then try again. If the problem persists, restart the VRChat app or restart your Meta Quest headset.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I change my VRChat username back to my old one?
Only if no one else has claimed it in the meantime. Once you change your username, your old name becomes available when ready. If another player has taken it, you cannot get it back. You would have to ask that player to change their name, which they are unlikely to do.
Do my friends lose me if I change my username?
No. Your friends list stays connected to your account, not to your username. When you change your username, your friends will see the new name in their friends list, but the friendship itself does not break. They can still invite you to worlds and message you.
What if I change my Meta Quest name — does that change my VRChat username too?
No. Changing your Meta Quest account name has no effect on your VRChat username. They are completely separate. You would need to change your VRChat username inside the VRChat app if you want that to change as well.
Can I use special characters or spaces in my VRChat username?
VRChat usernames can include letters, numbers, underscores, and hyphens, but not spaces or most other special characters. If you try to use a character that is not allowed, the system will not let you confirm the change.
How long does it take for my new username to show up in worlds I created?
when ready. Any worlds, avatars, or other content you created will show your new username as the creator right away. You do not need to do anything else.