Where to look for your username on your account
Your Epic Games username appears in your account settings, which you can reach from any device where you are signed in. The fastest route is to go to www.epicgames.com, sign in with your email and password, and click your account icon in the top right corner. From there, select "Account" and then "Personal" — your username is listed near the top of that page, next to your email address.
If you are playing a game like Fortnite or Rocket League, you can also find your username in the game itself. Open the game, go to Settings, then Account, and look for the display name or username field. The name you see there is the one other players will recognize when you play together.
Key Takeaways
- Your Epic Games username is visible in your account settings at epicgames.com under Account > Personal.
- You can also find your username in any Epic game's settings menu under Account or Profile.
- Your username is different from your display name — the username is what you use to sign in, while the display name is what other players see.
- If you have forgotten your password, use the "Forgot Password" link on the Epic Games sign-in page to reset it before you can access your account.
- Your username cannot be changed once it is created, but you can change your display name at any time from your account settings.
The difference between username and display name
Epic Games uses two separate names for your account, and they serve different purposes. Your username is what you type in when you sign in — it is permanent and cannot be changed. Your display name is what other players see when you play games together, and you can change it whenever you want.
When you first create an Epic Games account, you choose a username. This is the name tied to your login credentials. Your display name is set separately and can be anything you want other players to call you in-game. If you want to change how you appear to other players, you are changing your display name, not your username.
What to do if you cannot remember your username
If you have forgotten your username but remember your email address, you can recover it. Go to www.epicgames.com and click "Sign In." Then click "Forgot Password?" and enter the email address connected to your account. Epic Games will send you a password reset link. Once you reset your password and sign in, your username will be visible in your account settings.
If you remember neither your username nor your password, you will need to use the email address associated with your account to reset your password first. Check the email account you used to create your Epic Games account — if you cannot access that email, you may need to contact Epic Games support directly through their help portal at www.epicgames.com/help.
Finding your username across different games
Your Epic Games username works across all games that use the Epic Games launcher and account system. Whether you play Fortnite, Rocket League, Fall Guys, or any other game connected to your Epic account, the same username applies. When you sign into any of these games with your Epic Games account, you are using that single username.
Some games also let you set a separate in-game nickname or clan tag, which is different from your Epic Games username. That in-game name is specific to that game only and does not affect your actual account username. Your Epic Games username remains the same no matter which game you are playing.
Why you might need your username
You will need your username when you sign into your Epic Games account on a new device, when you want to add friends, or when you are troubleshooting account issues with Epic Games support. Some games also require you to know your username if you are linking your account to a console, streaming platform, or third-party service.
If you are playing with friends and they want to add you, they will ask for your username or your display name. Make sure you know which one you are giving them — your username is for account login, while your display name is what they will see in-game.
Changing your display name if you want a different one
If you want to change how your name appears to other players, you can change your display name from your account settings. Sign in at www.epicgames.com, go to Account > Personal, and look for the "Display Name" field. Click "Edit" and type in the new name you want other players to see. Epic Games may limit how often you can change this — check the current rules on their account settings page when you make the change.
Remember that changing your display name does not change your username. Your username stays the same and is what you use to sign in. Only other players see your display name in games.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I change my Epic Games username?
No, your username cannot be changed once it is created. It is permanent and tied to your account login. If you want a different name that other players see, you can change your display name instead, which is separate from your username.
What if I have multiple Epic Games accounts?
Each account has its own username and email address. If you have created more than one account, you will need to sign into each one separately to see its username. You can only be signed into one account at a time on the Epic Games website.
Is my username the same as my email address?
No. Your email address and username are two different things. Your email is what you use to recover your account if you forget your password. Your username is a separate name you chose when you created your account.
Where do I find my username if I play on console?
Sign into your Epic Games account on a computer at www.epicgames.com, go to Account > Personal, and your username will be listed there. You can also find it in the game settings on your console under Account or Profile, though the exact location varies by game.
Do I need my username to play games?
You need your username and password to sign into your Epic Games account, which is required to play most Epic Games titles. Once you are signed in, other players will see your display name, not your username.