Where to Find Your Username in the Game

Your Genshin Impact username appears in the top-left corner of your screen during gameplay. Open the game, look at the upper-left area where your character information displays, and you will see your username listed there next to your Adventure Rank and level. This is the fastest way to check if you are already logged in.

If you want to see your username without launching the full game, open the Paimon menu by pressing Escape (on PC) or the menu button on console. Select your profile icon, and your username will display at the top of your character information panel. The name you see here is exactly what other players will see when you join their worlds or they join yours.

Checking Your Username on the HoYoverse Website

Log into your HoYoverse account at hoyoverse.com using the same email or phone number you used to create your Genshin Impact account. Once logged in, click on your profile icon in the top-right corner and select "Account Settings."

Your username will appear under the "Account Information" section. This is the official record of your account name across all HoYoverse games, including Genshin Impact, Honkai: Star Rail, and Zenless Zone Zero. If you see a different name here than in your game, the website version is the authoritative one.

Key Takeaways

  • Your Genshin Impact username displays in the top-left corner of the game screen and in the Paimon menu under your profile.
  • You can also view your username by logging into your HoYoverse account at hoyoverse.com and checking Account Settings.
  • The username you see on HoYoverse is the official account name used across all HoYoverse games.
  • Your in-game username is what other players see when you join their worlds or appear in co-op domains.
  • If you want to change your username, you must do so through the HoYoverse website, not through the game itself.

Why You Might Need to Check Your Username

You may need to find your username to share it with friends who want to add you in-game, to verify your account during support requests, or to confirm which account you are logged into if you manage multiple profiles. Genshin Impact uses usernames to identify players in co-op mode, so knowing yours makes it easier to coordinate with other players.

If you are troubleshooting account issues with HoYoverse support, they will ask for your username to look up your account. Having it readily available speeds up the process and reduces the chance of miscommunication.

The Difference Between Username and UID

Your username is the display name you chose when you created your account — it is what appears in the game and what friends see. Your UID (User ID) is a separate number that uniquely identifies your account in HoYoverse's system. You can find your UID in the same places as your username: in the Paimon menu or on the HoYoverse website.

When sharing your account information, always clarify which one you are giving. Some players ask for your UID instead of your username because the UID is harder to confuse or mistype. Both are public information that other players can see.

What to Do If You Forgot Your Username

If you cannot remember your username and cannot access the game or HoYoverse website, visit the HoYoverse login page and select "Forgot Password" or "Account Recovery." You will need to verify your identity using the email address or phone number linked to your account. Once you regain access, you can view your username in Account Settings.

If you no longer have access to the email or phone number associated with your account, contact HoYoverse support directly through their official website. Provide as much account information as you can remember — your Adventure Rank, the date you created the account, or any characters you own. Support staff can help you recover your account and confirm your username.

Changing Your Username

You can change your Genshin Impact username through the HoYoverse website. Log into your account, go to Account Settings, and look for the "Username" field. Click the edit button next to it and enter your new name. HoYoverse allows you to change your username once every 30 days, so choose carefully before confirming the change.

New usernames must be between 3 and 20 characters and can include letters, numbers, and underscores. Spaces and special characters are not allowed. Once you change your username, the new name will appear in-game within a few minutes, and all your friends will see the updated name the next time they log in.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can other players see my username?

Yes. Your username is public and visible to anyone who joins your world in co-op mode, sees you in the Spiral Abyss leaderboards, or receives a friend request from you. It is the name that identifies you to other players in the game.

Is my username the same across all HoYoverse games?

Yes. Your HoYoverse username is shared across Genshin Impact, Honkai: Star Rail, Zenless Zone Zero, and any other games under the HoYoverse umbrella. Changing it in one game changes it in all of them.

What is the difference between my username and my account email?

Your account email is what you use to log in to HoYoverse — it is private and only you should know it. Your username is a display name that other players see. They are separate pieces of information tied to the same account.

Can I have the same username as another player?

No. HoYoverse requires all usernames to be unique across the entire platform. If the name you want is already taken, you will need to choose a different one or add numbers or underscores to make it unique.

How often can I change my username?

You can change your username once every 30 days. After you make a change, you must wait the full 30 days before changing it again. Plan your new username carefully to avoid wasting your monthly change.