Your username appears in three places: in-game above your character, on the Hoyoverse website after you log in, and in your account settings

The fastest way to find your Genshin Impact username is to open the game and look directly above your character's head in the world. That text is your username as other players see it. If you are not in the game right now, you can also log into your Hoyoverse account on a web browser — the username displays at the top right of the page after you sign in. Both methods take less than a minute.

Your username is different from your email address or phone number. It is the name you chose when you first created your account, or changed it to later. You cannot see it from the login screen itself — you have to be either in the game or logged into the Hoyoverse website to view it.

Key Takeaways

  • Your Genshin Impact username displays above your character's head in-game and is visible to other players in the world.
  • You can find your username on the Hoyoverse website by logging in and looking at the top right corner of the page.
  • Your username is not the same as your email address, phone number, or the name of your character.
  • If you forgot your username, you can reset it through your Hoyoverse account settings under "Account" and then "Username".

Finding your username in the game

Start the game and load into the world. Look at the top left corner of your screen — you will see your character's name and level. Directly above your character's head in the game world, you will see another name in white text. That is your username. It stays the same across all servers (America, Europe, Asia, and Taiwan) even if you play on multiple servers with different characters.

If you are in a menu rather than the open world, you can also open the Paimon menu (the floating icon in the top left), select your profile icon, and look at the "Nickname" field. That is your username. Write it down or take a screenshot if you need to share it with someone.

Finding your username on the Hoyoverse website

Go to hoyoverse.com in your web browser and click the login button in the top right. Enter your email address or phone number and your password. After you log in, look at the top right corner of the page — you will see your username displayed next to a small profile icon.

This method works even if you do not have Genshin Impact installed on your computer or phone. You can also navigate to the "Account" section of the Hoyoverse website, select "Account Settings," and find your username listed under the "Basic Information" tab.

Changing your username if you want a different one

You can change your username once every 30 days through the Hoyoverse website. Log in, go to "Account Settings," select the "Account" tab, and look for the "Username" field. Click "Change" next to your current username. Type your new username (it must be between 3 and 20 characters) and confirm the change.

The new username takes effect when ready in-game and on the website. Other players will see your new username the next time they encounter you. You cannot change your username more than once per month, so choose carefully before you confirm.

What to do if you forgot your password and cannot log in

If you cannot log into the Hoyoverse website to see your username, you will need to reset your password first. Go to hoyoverse.com, click "Login," and then click "Forgot Password?" at the bottom of the login box. Enter the email address or phone number linked to your account. Hoyoverse will send you a password reset link or code.

After you reset your password and log back in, you can see your username on the website. If you still have the game installed, you can also launch it and look above your character's head — you do not need to log into the website to see your username in-game.

Understanding the difference between username, character name, and account ID

Your username is the name other players see when they encounter you in the world or in co-op. Your character name is the name of the specific character you are controlling (for example, "Lumine" or "Aether" if you have not renamed them). These are two separate things. Your account ID is a long number that Hoyoverse uses internally and appears in your account settings — it is not the same as your username.

When someone asks for your "Genshin username," they mean the name above your character's head, not your character's name or account ID. If you are joining a co-op domain or adding a friend, share your username, not your character name.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I see my username if I am not logged into the game?

Yes. Log into the Hoyoverse website at hoyoverse.com with your email and password, then look at the top right corner of the page. Your username displays there. You do not need the game installed to see it this way.

Is my username the same on all servers?

Yes. Your username stays the same whether you play on America, Europe, Asia, or Taiwan servers. If you have multiple accounts, each one has its own separate username.

What happens if I change my username?

Other players will see your new username when ready in-game and in co-op. You can only change it once every 30 days. Your character names and account ID do not change when you change your username.

Can I use special characters or spaces in my username?

No. Genshin Impact usernames can only contain letters, numbers, and underscores. Spaces and special characters are not allowed. Your username must be between 3 and 20 characters long.

What if someone else has the username I want?

Usernames in Genshin Impact are unique — only one person can have each username. If the name you want is taken, you will need to choose a different one. You can try adding numbers or underscores to make a variation of the name you want.