Change your Dead by Daylight username through the Behaviour Interactive account settings

To change your Dead by Daylight username, you log into your Behaviour Interactive account on their website, navigate to account settings, and update the display name field. The change takes effect when ready in-game, though it may take a few minutes to appear to other players. You can change your username once every 30 days — if you try to change it again before that window closes, the system will tell you when you can make the next change.

The process is the same whether you play on PC, PlayStation, Xbox, or Nintendo Switch, because your Behaviour account is what controls your username across all platforms. If you play through Steam, Epic Games, or another launcher, you still log into the Behaviour website directly to make the change — the launcher account name stays separate from your in-game name.

Key Takeaways

  • You change your username on the Behaviour Interactive website, not in the game itself or through your console.
  • The 30-day cooldown starts from the moment you make a change, so plan ahead if you want to switch names again soon.
  • Your new username appears to you when ready but may take a few minutes to show up to other players in lobbies and on their friends lists.
  • If you forget your Behaviour account password, you can reset it through the login page before you can access settings.

Step-by-step: logging into Behaviour and finding account settings

Go to www.bhvronline.com and click the login button in the top right corner. Enter the email address and password you used when you created your Behaviour account — this is not the same as your Steam, Epic, or console account, even if you linked them. If you do not remember your password, click "Forgot your password?" and follow the reset email sent to your inbox.

Once you are logged in, look for your account menu, usually shown as your current username or an icon in the top right. Click it and select "Account Settings" or "Profile Settings" from the dropdown. You should land on a page that shows your account information, including a field labeled "Display Name" or "Username." This is the name that appears in-game and in lobbies.

Entering your new username and confirming the change

Click in the display name field and clear your current username completely. Type your new name — it can be up to 16 characters and can include letters, numbers, and some special characters like underscores and hyphens. Spaces are usually not allowed. The system will tell you if your choice breaks the rules or if the name is already taken by another player.

After you type the new name, look for a "Save," "Update," or "Confirm" button near the field and click it. The website should show a confirmation message saying the change was successful. If you see an error message instead, read it carefully — it will tell you whether the name is unavailable, contains forbidden words, or whether you are still within your 30-day cooldown period.

When your new username appears in-game

Your new name shows up to you the next time you launch Dead by Daylight or restart the game if it is already running. Other players may not see the change right away — it can take anywhere from a few minutes to an hour for the name to propagate across the servers. If you are in a lobby when you make the change, you may need to leave and rejoin for others to see your new name.

Friends on your friends list will see your updated name once they refresh their game or restart it. If someone has you blocked or you have them blocked, the block stays in place regardless of the name change — the block is tied to your account, not your username.

Understanding the 30-day cooldown and what happens if you try to change too soon

Behaviour enforces a 30-day waiting period between username changes to prevent abuse and keep the community stable. The cooldown timer starts the moment you successfully save a new name, not from when you first tried to change it. If you attempt to change your username before the 30 days are up, the website will show you an error message with the exact date and time you will be able to change it again.

This cooldown applies to your entire account, not to individual characters or platforms. If you play on both PC and console through the same Behaviour account, changing your name on one affects both — and the cooldown applies to both as well. There is no way to bypass this timer, so choose your new name carefully before you save it.

Troubleshooting: name already taken or contains forbidden words

If the system says your chosen name is already taken, try adding numbers or an underscore to make it unique. For example, if "Survivor" is taken, try "Survivor_1" or "Survivor42." The system will tell you when ready whether the new variation is available.

If the system rejects your name because it contains forbidden words, the message will usually be vague for safety reasons. Common reasons include profanity, slurs, or references to real people or organizations. Try removing or replacing the problematic part — for instance, if your name references a real person, use a variation that does not. If you are unsure why a name was rejected, try a completely different name rather than tweaking the original one.

What to do if you cannot log into your Behaviour account

If you cannot remember your email address or password, click "Forgot your password?" on the Behaviour login page. Enter the email address associated with your account, and Behaviour will send a password reset link to that inbox. Check your spam folder if you do not see the email within a few minutes.

If you do not have access to the email address you used to create your account, you will need to contact Behaviour support through their website. Go to support.bhvronline.com, click "Submit a Request," and explain that you cannot access your account email. Behaviour support can help you regain access, though the process may take several days.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my username more than once a month?

No. The 30-day cooldown is enforced on every account. You can change your name once, then must wait 30 days before making another change. Plan your name changes ahead of time if you think you might want to switch again soon.

Does changing my username affect my rank, perks, or cosmetics?

No. Your username is purely cosmetic — it does not touch your rank, bloodweb progress, unlocked perks, cosmetics, or any other account data. Everything stays exactly as it was.

Will my old username become available for someone else to use?

Yes, after a period of time. Behaviour does not reserve old usernames permanently. If you change your name and later regret it, you may not be able to reclaim your old name if someone else has taken it.

What if I play on multiple platforms with the same Behaviour account?

Your username is the same across all platforms because it is tied to your Behaviour account, not to Steam, Epic, PlayStation, or Xbox. Changing it on the Behaviour website changes it everywhere you play.

Can I use special characters or emojis in my username?

Some special characters like underscores and hyphens are allowed, but emojis and most other symbols are not. The Behaviour website will tell you when ready if a character is not permitted when you try to save the name.