Change your username in account settings

To change your D&D Beyond username, log into your account, go to Account Settings, and select the Profile tab. You'll see a field labeled Username with your current name. Click the edit icon next to it, type your new username, and click Save. The change takes effect when ready.

Your new username must be between 3 and 20 characters long and can include letters, numbers, hyphens, and underscores. D&D Beyond will tell you right away if the name you want is already taken by another user. If it is, try adding a number or underscore to make it unique.

After you change your username, you'll still log in with your email address and password — your login credentials don't change. Only the display name that other players see in campaigns and on your profile changes.

Key Takeaways

  • Log in to D&D Beyond, open Account Settings, and go to the Profile tab to find your username field.
  • Your new username must be 3 to 20 characters and can contain letters, numbers, hyphens, and underscores.
  • D&D Beyond will show you when ready if another user has already taken the name you want.
  • You still log in with your email and password after changing your username — only your display name changes.
  • The change takes effect right away across all your campaigns and your public profile.

What happens to your old username

Once you change your username, the old one becomes available for other users to claim. D&D Beyond does not hold old usernames or reserve them for you. If you think you might want to go back to your previous name later, write it down before you change it.

Your character sheets, campaigns, and all your content stay attached to your account. Changing your username does not delete anything or move your data anywhere. Other players in your campaigns will see your new username the next time they refresh their browser or log back in.

Troubleshooting a username that won't change

If you click Save and the change doesn't stick, check that your new username meets the requirements: 3 to 20 characters, letters and numbers only (plus hyphens and underscores). If it does and it still won't save, try logging out completely and logging back in, then go to Account Settings again.

If the username field is grayed out or you can't click the edit icon, you may have a browser cache issue. Clear your browser's cache and cookies, then try again. If you're still stuck, try a different browser to see if the problem is specific to the one you're using.

Some users report that the save button doesn't respond if they have special characters or spaces in their entry. Double-check that you've used only allowed characters and that there are no accidental spaces before or after your new username.

Changing your display name versus your username

D&D Beyond has two separate name fields: your username (the unique identifier other players see) and your display name (what shows up in campaigns if you want something different). Most players use the same text for both, but you don't have to.

If you want to change only how your name appears in a specific campaign without changing your actual username, you can set a campaign-specific display name in that campaign's settings. This is useful if you want to keep your account username consistent but use a character name or nickname in a particular game.

To set a campaign display name, go to the campaign page, click Settings, and look for the Display Name field. This name will show only in that one campaign and won't affect your account-wide username or how you appear in other games.

Usernames and privacy

Your username is visible to anyone in a campaign with you and to anyone who visits your public profile. If you're concerned about privacy, choose a username that doesn't include your real name or other identifying information. You can always change it later if you decide you want something different.

D&D Beyond does not show your email address on your profile, so your login email stays private. Only your username, display name, and any bio you choose to write are visible to other users.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my username more than once?

Yes, you can change your username as many times as you want. There is no limit on how often you can make the change, and it takes effect when ready each time. Just remember that your old username becomes available for others to use once you change it.

Will my friends still find me after I change my username?

Your friends will still see you in any campaigns you're in together, and they can still message you through D&D Beyond. If they have you bookmarked or saved, they may need to update that bookmark, but your account itself doesn't disappear or move.

What if the username I want is taken?

Try adding a number at the end or using an underscore or hyphen in the middle. D&D Beyond will show you whether each variation is available as you type. You can also wait and check back later — if someone stops using their account, their username may eventually become available.

Do I need to change my password when I change my username?

No. Your password and email address stay the same. You log in the same way you always have — your username change only affects how other players see you, not how you access your account.