You can change your D&D Beyond username through your account settings, but the process depends on whether you use email login or a social account

D&D Beyond lets you change your display name — the name other players see — whenever you want. The steps differ slightly based on how you log in. If you use your email address to sign in, you change your username directly in account settings. If you log in through Google, Facebook, or another social platform, your D&D Beyond username is tied to that account, and changing it requires a different approach.

The change takes effect when ready across your campaign invitations, character sheets, and the D&D Beyond community. Other players will see your new name right away, though any messages you sent before the change will still show your old username.

Key Takeaways

  • Email account holders can change their username directly in account settings without contacting support.
  • Social login users (Google, Facebook, Apple, Discord) need to update their username through that platform's account settings, then sync it with D&D Beyond.
  • Your new username appears when ready on your character sheets, campaign invitations, and public profile.
  • You can change your username as many times as you want, with no waiting period between changes.
  • D&D Beyond usernames must be between 3 and 20 characters and cannot contain certain special characters.

Changing your username if you use email login

Start by going to D&D Beyond and signing in with your email address. Click your profile icon in the top right corner of the page, then select "Account Settings" from the dropdown menu.

On the Account Settings page, look for the "Username" field. Click the pencil icon next to your current username to edit it. Type your new username — it must be between 3 and 20 characters and can include letters, numbers, hyphens, and underscores, but not spaces or most special characters. Once you've entered your new name, click "Save" or press Enter. The change is when ready.

If you see an error message saying the username is taken or contains invalid characters, try a different name. D&D Beyond will tell you what the problem is so you can fix it before saving.

Changing your username if you use social login

If you log into D&D Beyond through Google, Facebook, Apple, or Discord, your D&D Beyond username is pulled from that social account. To change it, you need to update your name in that platform first, then let D&D Beyond sync the change.

For Google: Go to myaccount.google.com, click "Personal info" on the left, then click your name and edit it. Save the change. For Facebook: Go to facebook.com, click the down arrow in the top right, select "Settings & privacy," then "Settings," and click "Personal information" to edit your name. For Apple: Go to appleid.apple.com, sign in, click "Personal information," and edit your name there. For Discord: Open Discord, click the gear icon for User Settings, go to "My Account," and change your username.

After you update your name in the social platform, sign out of D&D Beyond and sign back in. The new name should appear in your D&D Beyond profile within a few minutes. If it doesn't, try clearing your browser cache or waiting a few hours for the sync to complete.

What happens to your old username

Once you change your username, the old one becomes available for someone else to use. D&D Beyond does not hold old usernames or let you reclaim them later. If you think you might want to go back to your old name, write it down before you change it.

Your character sheets, campaign invitations, and any public profile links will all show your new username when ready. Messages you sent in campaign chat or community forums before the change will still display your old username, since those are historical records. Only new messages and activity will show your new name.

Usernames that won't work

D&D Beyond rejects usernames that are too short (fewer than 3 characters), too long (more than 20 characters), or contain spaces and most special characters like @, #, $, or %. Hyphens and underscores are allowed. The system also blocks usernames that are already taken or that it flags as offensive.

If your chosen username is rejected, the error message will tell you why. Try removing spaces, replacing them with underscores or hyphens, or shortening the name. You can test as many names as you want before saving.

If you can't access your account to change it

If you've forgotten your password or can't sign in, you'll need to reset it before you can change your username. On the D&D Beyond login page, click "Forgot your password?" and follow the email instructions to create a new one. Once you're signed in, follow the steps above for your account type.

If you're locked out of the email address you used to create your account, or if you're having trouble syncing a social login, contact D&D Beyond support through their help center at support.dndbeyond.com. They can help you regain access or troubleshoot the sync issue.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my username back to what it was before?

Yes, you can change your username to anything available, including a previous name. However, D&D Beyond does not reserve old usernames, so if someone else has claimed your old name, you won't be able to use it again.

How often can I change my username?

D&D Beyond does not limit how many times you can change your username or how often you can do it. You can change it as many times as you want with no waiting period between changes.

Will my campaign invitations still work if I change my username?

Yes. Campaign invitations are tied to your account, not your username. Your Dungeon Master and party members will see your new username in the campaign, but the invitation itself remains valid.

What if my new username doesn't show up right away?

For email accounts, the change is when ready. For social logins, it can take a few minutes to sync. If it hasn't updated after 10 minutes, try signing out and back in, or clear your browser cache and refresh the page.

Can I use special characters like @ or # in my username?

No. D&D Beyond only allows letters, numbers, hyphens, and underscores. Spaces and special characters like @, #, $, %, and & are not permitted in usernames.