Your username is in your Epic Games account settings

Your Fortnite username is the name that appears above your character in the game and on your profile. It lives in your Epic Games account, not in Fortnite itself. You can find it by logging into your Epic Games account on a web browser, going to your Account settings, and looking at the Display Name field. That is your Fortnite username — the one other players see when you play.

If you have not logged into your Epic Games account in a while, or if you created your account through PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo, or Steam, your username might be hidden behind a few extra clicks. The steps below walk you through each path so you can find it in minutes, whether you set it up yourself or it was created automatically when you linked a console.

Key Takeaways

  • Your Fortnite username is stored in your Epic Games account under Display Name, not in the game itself.
  • You can view your username by logging into www.epicgames.com, clicking your account icon, and selecting Account.
  • If you linked Fortnite to PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo, or Steam, your Epic Games username may be different from your console username.
  • You can change your Fortnite username once every 30 days through your Epic Games account settings.

Finding your username if you created an Epic Games account directly

Go to www.epicgames.com and click the account icon in the top right corner. Select Account from the dropdown menu. On the left side of the page, click General. Your Display Name is your Fortnite username — it appears in a field near the top of the page.

If the Display Name field is blank or shows only numbers, you have not set a username yet. Click the pencil icon next to the field to create one. Epic Games will tell you if the name is already taken or if it breaks their naming rules (no profanity, no impersonation of real people, no spam). Once you choose a name, it takes effect when ready in Fortnite and is visible to everyone you play with.

Finding your username if you linked a console or Steam account

If you created your Fortnite account through PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, or Steam, your Epic Games account may have been created automatically with a default username. That default is usually a string of numbers or your console username — not necessarily the name you want to use in Fortnite.

To see what username is currently linked to your account, log into www.epicgames.com, go to Account > General, and look at the Display Name field. If it is a long string of numbers or your console name, you can change it by clicking the pencil icon and typing a new username. You can change your username once every 30 days, so choose carefully the first time.

What to do if you forgot your Epic Games password

If you cannot log into your Epic Games account to see your username, go to www.epicgames.com and click Sign In. Below the password field, click Forgot your password? Enter the email address tied to your account. Epic Games will send you a password reset link — check your inbox and your spam folder.

Click the link in the email, create a new password, and log back in. Once you are in your account, follow the steps above to find your Display Name. If you do not remember which email address you used, you can try the email recovery option on the same page, or contact Epic Games support through their website for additional help.

Checking your username in the Fortnite game itself

You can also see your username without leaving Fortnite. Open the game and go to the main menu. Click the Battle Pass tab or your profile icon in the top right. Your username appears at the top of your profile card, exactly as other players see it.

This is the fastest way to confirm your username if you are already playing, but it does not let you change it — you have to go to your Epic Games account for that. The in-game view is read-only, so use it to check but go to www.epicgames.com if you want to make any changes.

Why your Fortnite username might be different from your console name

Many players link their Fortnite account to a console or Steam account they already had. When you do that, your console username and your Fortnite username are separate. Your console might show you as "Player_12345" while your Fortnite Display Name is "ShadowNinja." Other players see your Fortnite username in the game, not your console name.

This matters because if you want to change how you appear to other players in Fortnite, you change your Epic Games Display Name, not your console settings. Changes to your console username do not affect how you appear in Fortnite, so do not expect them to sync automatically.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my Fortnite username whenever I want?

You can change your username once every 30 days. After you change it, you have to wait 30 days before changing it again. The change takes effect when ready in Fortnite and on your profile.

What if someone else is using the username I want?

Usernames are unique — no two players can have the same Display Name. If the name you want is taken, Epic Games will tell you when you try to set it. You will have to choose a different name or add numbers or special characters to make it unique.

Is my Fortnite username the same as my Epic Games username?

Yes. Your Display Name in your Epic Games account is your Fortnite username. They are the same thing. If you change one, the other changes automatically.

Can I see other players' usernames in Fortnite?

Yes. When you play with other players, their usernames appear above their characters in the game and in the lobby. You can also search for players by username on the Epic Games website or in the Fortnite friends list.