Where to look for your username right now
Your Minecraft username appears in the top left corner of the main menu screen when you launch the game. If you are already in a world or server, pause the game and look at the top of the pause menu — your username is listed there. On the launcher itself (the program you use to start the game), your username shows in the top right corner of the window before you even load a world.
If you cannot see the launcher or game window, the fastest way is to check the Minecraft website directly. Go to minecraft.net, click the sign-in button, and log in with the email address you use for Minecraft. Once signed in, your username appears in the account menu in the top right corner of the page.
For players on console versions (Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, Xbox), your username is the same as your Microsoft account name. Check your console's account settings to see it there.
Key Takeaways
- Your username displays in the top left of the Minecraft main menu and in the top right of the launcher window.
- You can view your username by signing into minecraft.net with your email address and checking the account menu.
- If you play on console, your Minecraft username matches your Microsoft account name, which you can find in your console settings.
- Your username is different from your character's display name — the username is what you log in with, while the display name is what other players see.
Checking the launcher on Windows or Mac
Open the Minecraft Launcher (the program with the blocky Minecraft logo). In the top right corner, you will see a small circle or box with your username inside it. Click on it to see your full account details, including your username, email address, and which version of Minecraft you own.
If you see "Demo User" or no name at all, you are not signed in. Click the sign-in button, enter the email address linked to your Minecraft account, and sign in. Your username will then appear in that same top right corner.
Finding your username through minecraft.net
Go to minecraft.net in any web browser. Click the sign-in button near the top right. Enter the email address you use for Minecraft and your password, then click sign in.
Once you are signed in, look at the top right corner of the page. You will see a small icon or your username displayed there. Click on it to open a menu showing your full account information, including your username, the email on file, and your game version.
This method works on any device with a web browser — phone, tablet, or computer — so it is useful if you are away from your gaming setup and need to remember your username.
What to do if you forgot your email address
If you cannot remember the email address you used to create your Minecraft account, go to minecraft.net and click "Forgot your password?" on the sign-in page. You will be asked to enter an email address. If you enter one that is not linked to any account, the page will tell you so. Try other email addresses you may have used — work email, old email, family email — until one is recognized.
Once you find the correct email, you can reset your password and sign in. Your username will then be visible in your account menu. If you have tried multiple addresses and none work, you may need to contact Minecraft Support through the help page at minecraft.net/support.
The difference between username and display name
Your username is what you enter when you log into Minecraft. It is tied to your Microsoft account and never changes (unless you pay to change it through the official Minecraft website). Other players cannot see your username in the game.
Your display name is what other players see above your character's head in multiplayer worlds and servers. You can change your display name for free once every 30 days through your Microsoft account settings. If you see a name in the game that is different from what you remember logging in with, that is your display name, not your username.
Checking your username on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, or Xbox
On Nintendo Switch, go to System Settings, then Users, then select your user account. Your account name is displayed at the top. This is the name linked to your Minecraft account.
On PlayStation, go to Settings, then Users and Accounts, then select your profile. Your username appears under "Online ID" or "Profile Name" depending on your console version.
On Xbox, press the Xbox button on your controller, go to Profile, and select your account. Your gamertag is shown at the top of the screen. This is the name associated with your Minecraft account on that console.
What to do if you see a different name than expected
If the name you see does not match what you remember, you may be looking at your display name rather than your username. Check minecraft.net by signing in — the name shown in the account menu is your actual username.
If you are on a shared device or console, make sure you are signed into your own account, not someone else's. Check the account settings to confirm which user profile is currently active. If you are still seeing an unexpected name after confirming you are on your own account, your username may have been changed by someone else with access to your Microsoft account. Change your password when ready and review your account security settings.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I change my Minecraft username?
Yes, but only once every 30 days. Go to minecraft.net, sign in, and look for the account settings or profile section. You will see an option to change your username. The change takes effect when ready, though it may take a few minutes to update across all servers and worlds.
Is my username the same as my Microsoft account email?
No. Your email is what you use to sign in, but your username is a separate name you chose when you created your account. You can see both by signing into minecraft.net and checking your account details.
Why does my username look different in the game than on the website?
You are likely seeing your display name in the game (what other players see) and your username on the website (what you log in with). These are two different things. Your username never changes unless you pay to change it; your display name can be changed once every 30 days.
What if I cannot sign into minecraft.net to see my username?
Try resetting your password using the "Forgot your password?" link on the sign-in page. If you do not remember which email address you used, try other email addresses you may have created the account with. If none work, contact Minecraft Support through the help page at minecraft.net/support.