You can change your username once every 30 days through the in-game settings menu

Open Clash of Clans and tap the settings icon (gear symbol) in the bottom right corner of the main village screen. Scroll down until you see "Change Nickname" and tap it. Type your new username — it can be up to 16 characters long — then confirm the change. The new name takes effect when ready, and you will see it on your profile and in chat.

Supercell, the company that makes Clash of Clans, limits you to one username change every 30 days. If you changed your name recently, the game will show you when you can change it again. There is no cost to change your username, and you do not need gems or any in-game currency.

Your username is different from your player tag, which is a unique code that never changes. Other players can find you by your player tag even if you change your name multiple times, so your tag stays the same for clan invitations and friend requests.

Key Takeaways

  • The "Change Nickname" option is in the settings menu and costs nothing to use.
  • You can only change your username once every 30 days, and the game will tell you when you are may be able to access again.
  • Your player tag remains the same no matter how many times you change your username.
  • Usernames can be up to 16 characters long and take effect when ready after you confirm the change.
  • If you are in a clan, your new username will appear to all clan members right away.

What happens to your old username when you change it

Your old username disappears and becomes available for other players to use. If someone else takes it, you cannot get it back. If you think you might want to use an old name again later, write it down before you change it.

Your clan, your friends list, and your attack history all stay connected to your account. Changing your name does not affect any of these — only the display name changes. Players who had you added as a friend will still see you in their friends list under your new name.

Troubleshooting if the change does not work

If the "Change Nickname" button is greyed out or will not let you proceed, you have likely already changed your name within the last 30 days. The game enforces this limit strictly. Check the message on the screen — it will tell you the exact date when you can change your name again.

If you see an error message when you try to confirm your new name, the username may contain a word or character that Supercell does not allow. Avoid special characters, numbers at the start, or words that the game's filter blocks. Try a simpler name with only letters and numbers in the middle or end of the name.

Make sure you are connected to the internet and that your game is fully updated. An outdated version of Clash of Clans sometimes has bugs with the settings menu. Restart the app and try again if the menu does not load properly.

Why you might want to change your username regularly

Many players change their usernames to match their clan theme, celebrate a season, or mark a milestone in the game. Some clans ask members to use a shared prefix or tag so other players know which clan they belong to. If you join a new clan with a naming convention, you might want to update your name to fit in.

Changing your name can also help you stay private if you notice someone is targeting your base repeatedly. A new username makes it harder for that player to track you down, though your player tag will still identify you to anyone who has it saved.

The difference between username and player tag

Your username is what other players see when they look at your profile or chat with you in clan messages. It can change as often as the 30-day limit allows, and it is purely for display.

Your player tag is a unique code assigned to your account when you create it — something like #ABC123DEF. It never changes, no matter how many times you rename yourself. When you share your player tag with someone, they can find your exact account even if you have changed your name ten times since they last saw you.

Clans use player tags to send invitations and manage membership because tags are permanent. If you want someone to be able to find you later, give them your player tag, not your current username.

Changing your username on different devices

If you play Clash of Clans on both a phone and a tablet, you only need to change your username once. The change syncs across all devices as long as you are logged into the same Supercell account. When you open the game on your other device, your new username will already be there.

Make sure you are using the same Supercell ID or Game Center account (on iPhone) or Google Play account (on Android) on both devices. If you are logged into different accounts, each account has its own separate username and player tag.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my username back to one I used before?

Not directly — once you change away from a name, it becomes available for other players to claim. If someone else has taken your old name, you cannot use it again. If nobody has claimed it yet, you can change to it, but you will still have to wait 30 days from your last change.

What if I want to change my username more than once every 30 days?

The 30-day limit is built into the game and cannot be bypassed. Supercell enforces this to prevent spam and account abuse. You will have to wait until the timer runs out before you can make another change.

Does changing my username affect my trophies or progress?

No. Your trophies, buildings, troops, and all progress stay exactly the same. Only the name that appears above your base changes. Your player tag and account data remain untouched.

Can I use special characters or emojis in my username?

Most special characters and emojis are blocked by Supercell's filter. Stick to letters and numbers. If you try to use a character the game does not allow, you will get an error message telling you the name is not valid.

What if someone else is using a username I want?

Usernames are not reserved — if another player is using the name you want, you cannot have it. You will have to choose a different name or wait to see if that player changes their name later and frees it up.