Check Your Username on the Epic Games Website

The fastest way to see your Fortnite username is to log into your Epic Games account on a web browser. Go to www.epicgames.com, click the user icon in the top right corner, and select "Account". Your username appears on the Account page under your profile picture — it's the name you use to log in, not your display name.

If you don't remember your password, click "Forgot password?" on the login page and follow the email recovery steps. Epic will send a reset link to the email address tied to your account. Once you're logged in, your username is visible when ready without needing to dig through settings.

Find Your Username in the Fortnite Game Client

Open Fortnite on your console, PC, or mobile device and log in. From the main menu, look for the user icon or profile button — on most platforms this is in the top right or top left corner. Select it to open your profile page. Your username displays at the top of your profile, along with your level and other account information.

On console, you may see both your Epic Games username and your platform username (your PlayStation Network name, Xbox Live gamertag, or Nintendo Switch name). Your Epic Games username is what you use to log into Fortnite across all platforms, so that's the one you need if you're looking to share your account name with friends or find yourself in a player directory.

Key Takeaways

  • Your Fortnite username is the name you use to log in to your Epic Games account, which you can view by logging into www.epicgames.com and opening your Account page.
  • You can also find your username in the Fortnite game client by opening your profile from the main menu.
  • Your username is different from your display name — the display name is what other players see in-game, while your username is your login credential.
  • If you've forgotten your password, use the password reset option on the Epic Games login page to regain access to your account.

The Difference Between Username and Display Name

Fortnite lets you set a display name that appears to other players in matches and on your profile. This is not the same as your username. Your username is tied to your Epic Games account and is what you type when you log in. Your display name is a separate setting you can change in your account preferences.

If you want to change how your name appears to other players, you can edit your display name in your Epic Games account settings. Your username, however, cannot be changed — it's permanent once you create your account. If you need a different username, you would have to create a new Epic Games account.

What to Do If You Can't Remember Your Email or Password

If you've lost access to the email address linked to your account, contact Epic Games support directly. Go to www.epicgames.com/help and select "Contact Us". Describe your situation — that you can't access your email or remember your password — and provide any information you remember about your account, such as the username, the platform you play on, or any payment methods you've used.

Epic's support team can verify your identity through other means and help you regain access. This process usually takes a few days, so be patient and check your email regularly for their response. Keep any confirmation emails or receipts from in-game purchases, as these help prove the account is yours.

Finding Someone Else's Username

If you're trying to find a friend's Fortnite username so you can add them, ask them directly — it's the simplest method. You can also search for players in some third-party Fortnite tracker websites by their display name, though results depend on whether they've made their profile public.

Within Fortnite itself, you can add friends by their username or display name if you know it. On most platforms, there's an "Add Friend" button in the social menu where you can type in the name you're looking for. If the person has a common name, you may see multiple results — in that case, ask your friend for their exact username to narrow it down.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my Fortnite username?

No, your Epic Games username is permanent and cannot be changed. If you want a different username, you would need to create a new Epic Games account. However, you can change your display name — the name other players see in-game — through your account settings as often as you like.

Is my username the same across all platforms?

Yes. Your Epic Games username works the same way whether you play on PC, console, or mobile. If you've linked your account to a platform like PlayStation or Xbox, you'll also have a separate platform-specific username, but your Epic Games username remains the same everywhere.

What if I see a different name in-game than my username?

That's your display name, which is separate from your username. Other players see your display name in matches and on your profile. You can change your display name in your Epic Games account settings under "Profile", but your username stays the same.

How do I add a friend if I only know their display name?

Try searching for them by their display name in the in-game friends menu. If multiple results appear, ask your friend for their exact username or have them add you instead. Usernames are unique, so searching by username will always find the right person.