You can change your Clash of Clans username through the in-game settings menu, and the process takes less than a minute

Open Clash of Clans and tap the settings icon (a gear symbol) in the bottom right corner of the main village screen. Tap "Account" at the top of the settings menu. You will see your current username displayed with an edit button next to it — tap that button, type your new username, and confirm the change. The new name takes effect when ready in your village and in chat.

You can change your username as many times as you want, with no cooldown period between changes and no cost. Supercell, the company that makes Clash of Clans, does not limit how often you rename your village. This means you can experiment with different names without penalty.

Key Takeaways

  • Your username is changed through the settings menu under the Account section, not through a separate website or app.
  • The change happens when ready and shows up to other players in chat and on the leaderboard right away.
  • You can change your username as many times as you want with no waiting period or fee.
  • Your username is different from your Supercell ID — changing one does not change the other.
  • Other players cannot see your old usernames; only your current name appears in the game.

What happens to your clan and friends when you change your name

Your clan members and friends will see your new username the next time they refresh their game or open the chat. If you are a clan leader or co-leader, your name change does not affect your role or permissions — you keep the same rank. Other players in your clan can still find you by searching your player tag (a unique ID number that never changes), even if they forget your new username.

If you are in the middle of a war or a clan games event, your name change will show up on the war map and leaderboard after the next game refresh. This means your clanmates will see the new name when they check who attacked which base, but the change does not affect war matchmaking or your attack history.

Username rules and what you cannot do

Clash of Clans allows most usernames, but Supercell filters out names that contain profanity, hate speech, or sexual content. If you try to set a name that violates these rules, the game will reject it and ask you to choose a different one. The game does not tell you exactly why a name was rejected — you straightforward see an error message and have to try again with different words.

You cannot use special characters like @, #, or & in your username. The game accepts letters, numbers, and spaces only. If you try to paste a name with symbols, the game will strip them out or reject the entry. You also cannot use another player's exact username — if someone else already has the name you want, the game will tell you it is taken and you will need to pick something else.

How your username differs from your player tag and Supercell ID

Your username is the name other players see in chat and on the leaderboard. Your player tag is a unique code (like #ABC123DEF) that identifies your account and never changes. Your Supercell ID is the email address or social media account you use to log in and back up your village.

When you change your username, only the name changes — your player tag and Supercell ID stay the same. This matters because if you want to recover your account or switch devices, you log in with your Supercell ID, not your username. Other players can search for you by your player tag even if you change your name ten times.

Troubleshooting: when the settings menu does not show an edit button

If you do not see an edit button next to your username in the Account settings, the most common reason is that you are not logged into a Supercell ID. Clash of Clans requires a linked account to change your username. Tap "Link a Supercell ID" in the Account menu, then sign in or create a free account with an email address or Apple/Google account.

After you link a Supercell ID, close the settings menu completely and open it again. The edit button should now appear next to your username. If it still does not show up, try restarting the game entirely. If the problem persists after a restart, check that you have the latest version of Clash of Clans from your app store — older versions sometimes have display bugs that prevent the edit button from showing.

Changing your username on different devices

If you play Clash of Clans on multiple devices (phone and tablet, for example), you only need to change your username once. Because your village is tied to your Supercell ID, the new name syncs across all devices automatically. Change it on whichever device is most convenient, and it will show up on your other devices the next time you open the game.

If you are switching to a new phone and want to keep your village, make sure your Supercell ID is linked before you uninstall the game. When you install Clash of Clans on your new phone and log in with the same Supercell ID, your village and your current username will load automatically.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my username back to a name I used before?

Yes. Supercell does not prevent you from reusing old usernames. If you changed from "Dragon King" to "Archer Queen" and now want to go back to "Dragon King", you can do that. The only restriction is that you cannot use a name that is currently taken by another active player.

What if someone else took the username I want?

You will have to choose a different name. Supercell does not reserve usernames or hold them for inactive accounts. If another player has the name you want, the only way to get it is if that player changes their name first. You can try adding a number or variation (like "Dragon King 2" or "Dragon King Pro") instead.

Does changing my username affect my trophies or progress?

No. Your trophies, buildings, troops, and all other progress stay exactly the same. A username change is purely cosmetic — it only changes what other players see your village called. Your level, rank, and war record do not change at all.

Can I see what usernames other players have used in the past?

No. Clash of Clans does not show username history. When you visit another player's profile, you only see their current username. You cannot see what they were called before, even if you were in a clan with them when they had a different name.

What if I forget my Supercell ID password and cannot change my username?

You can reset your Supercell ID password through the login screen. Tap "Forgot password?" on the sign-in page, enter the email address linked to your account, and check your email for a reset link. After you reset your password and log back in, you will be able to change your username again.