Your Steam username is the name you chose when you created your account, and you can find it by opening Steam and looking at your account settings
Your Steam username is the display name you picked during account creation — the one that appears next to your avatar in games and on your profile. It is different from your account name (the email or login you use to sign in). If you have not changed it since you made your account, it is still the same name you chose years ago. If you have changed it, Steam shows your current username everywhere except in your login credentials.
The fastest way to find it is to open Steam on your computer, look at the top right corner of the window, and click your profile picture or name. Your username appears right there. If you are on a phone or tablet, the same information is in the account menu, though the layout differs slightly between iOS and Android.
Key Takeaways
- Your Steam username is visible in the top right corner of the Steam client on desktop, next to your profile picture.
- You can also find it by clicking your profile picture, selecting "Profile," and reading the name at the top of your profile page.
- Steam usernames can be changed, so the name you see now may not be the one you originally chose.
- Your Steam username is not the same as your login email or account name — they are separate pieces of information.
Finding your username on the desktop Steam client
Open Steam on your computer and look at the very top right of the window. You will see your profile picture and your current username displayed together. Click on your profile picture or the username itself. A dropdown menu appears with options including "Profile," "Friends," "Settings," and "Sign Out."
Click "Profile" to open your full profile page. At the top of that page, under your profile picture, your username appears in large text. This is the name other players see when they look you up, add you as a friend, or see you in a game lobby. Write it down or copy it if you need it for something else.
Finding your username on mobile
If you use the Steam mobile app on iPhone or Android, tap the menu icon (three horizontal lines) at the bottom right of the screen. Scroll down and tap "Account." Your username appears near the top of the account page, usually under your profile picture.
The mobile app layout changes occasionally, but your username is always in the account or profile section. If you cannot find it when ready, look for a section labeled "Profile" or "Account Details" — your username will be listed there.
What to do if you cannot remember your username
If you have lost access to your Steam account or cannot open the client, you can still find your username by visiting the Steam website. Go to steampowered.com, click "Login" in the top right, and sign in with your email and password. Once you are logged in, click your profile picture in the top right corner and select "Profile." Your username appears at the top of the page.
If you have forgotten your login email or password, use the "Forgot your password?" link on the Steam login page. Steam will send a recovery email to the address associated with your account. Follow the steps in that email to regain access, and then you can see your username the same way.
The difference between your username and your account name
Many people confuse their Steam username with their account name, but they are two different things. Your account name is what you type into the login box — usually an email address or the original username you created when you first signed up. Your Steam username is your display name, the one that shows up in games and on your profile.
You can change your Steam username as many times as you want through Settings > Account > Change my username. You cannot change your account name (the login credential) without contacting Steam Support. If someone asks for your "Steam username," they want the display name, not your login email.
Why you might need to know your username
You need your Steam username when you want someone else to find and add you as a friend, when you are joining a game server that tracks player names, or when you are reporting a problem to Steam Support and they ask for your account details. Some games also display your Steam username in chat or leaderboards, so knowing it helps you recognize yourself in those spaces.
If you are setting up a new computer or reinstalling Steam, you do not need your username to log in — you only need your account name (email) and password. Your username is purely for other people to identify you.
Changing your username if you want a new one
If you want to change your Steam username to something different, open Steam and go to Settings (top left menu). Click "Account" in the left sidebar, then find the option that says "Change my username." Type your new desired name and click "Change Username." Steam will ask you to confirm the change.
You can change your username as often as you like, and there is no charge. The change takes effect when ready. Other players will see your new name right away in games and on your profile. Your old username becomes available for someone else to use.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is my Steam username the same as my profile URL?
Not always. Your profile URL is a custom link you can set up separately from your username. You can have a custom URL like steamcommunity.com/id/yourname while your actual username is something different. Check your profile page to see if you have set up a custom URL.
Can someone else use my old username if I change it?
Yes. Once you change your username, the old one becomes available for another player to claim. If you want to keep a name reserved, do not change away from it. Steam does not hold old usernames for you.
What if I see a number after my username?
If your username appears with a number like "username#12345," that is your Steam ID suffix, not part of your actual username. It helps Steam distinguish between players with identical usernames. Your real username is just the text before the number.
Do I need my username to log into Steam?
No. You log into Steam with your account name (usually an email address) and password. Your username is only for display and for other people to find you. You cannot use your username to sign in.
Where do I see my username in games?
Most games display your Steam username in the player list, chat, and leaderboards. Some games let you set a separate in-game name, which may be different from your Steam username. Check the game's settings to see if you can customize how your name appears.