You can change your Prodigy display name from your account settings, but the process depends on whether you play through a school or a personal account
Prodigy is a math game that runs through a web browser or mobile app. Your display name is what other players see when you're in the game world. If you set up Prodigy through a school account, your teacher or school administrator controls your name — you cannot change it yourself. If you created a personal account directly, you can change your name whenever you want through your account settings, though Prodigy limits how often you can do this.
The steps are different depending on which type of account you have, and knowing which one you're using before you start saves time.
Key Takeaways
- School accounts cannot be renamed by the player — only the teacher or school administrator can change the display name.
- Personal accounts can be renamed through the settings menu, but you may only change your name once every 30 days.
- To change a personal account name, go to Settings, select Account, and look for the Display Name or Username field.
- If you forget which type of account you have, check your login email — school accounts usually use a school email address.
How to change your name on a personal Prodigy account
Log into Prodigy using your personal account email and password. Once you're in the game, look for the settings icon — usually a gear symbol in the top right or bottom right corner of the screen, depending on whether you're on desktop or mobile.
Click or tap Settings, then select Account or Profile. You should see a field labeled Display Name, Username, or Player Name. Click on that field and type your new name. Prodigy typically allows names between 3 and 20 characters, and you cannot use special characters or spaces. After you enter the new name, click Save or Confirm. The change takes effect when ready in the game.
If you see a message saying you cannot change your name yet, you've already changed it within the last 30 days. Prodigy enforces a 30-day waiting period between name changes to prevent players from switching names constantly. You'll have to wait until that period passes before you can change it again.
What to do if you have a school account
School accounts are created and managed by your teacher or school. Your display name is set by the school when your account is created, and you cannot change it yourself through the settings menu. If you want a different name, you need to ask your teacher or school administrator to change it for you.
Your teacher can log into the Prodigy teacher dashboard and edit your account details from there. They can change your display name, reset your password, or adjust other account settings. If your teacher is not available or you're not sure who manages your account, ask a school counselor or your school's technology coordinator — they'll know who has access to the Prodigy accounts.
How to tell which type of account you have
The easiest way to know is to check the email address you use to log in. If it's a school email (usually something like firstname.lastname@schoolname.edu or a similar format), you have a school account. If it's a personal email like Gmail, Yahoo, or Outlook, you have a personal account.
You can also try to access the settings and look for the Display Name field. If the field is grayed out or locked, or if you see a message saying your account is managed by your school, you have a school account and cannot change the name yourself.
What happens if you forget your new name or want to change it back
You can change your name as many times as you want, as long as you wait 30 days between changes. If you change your name and then regret it, you'll have to wait 30 days before you can change it back to something else. There's no way to skip this waiting period or request an exception.
If you're locked out of your account or cannot access the settings menu for any reason, you can contact Prodigy's support team through their website. They can help you reset your password or troubleshoot account access issues, though they typically cannot override the 30-day name change rule.
Name rules and restrictions
Prodigy has specific rules about what you can name your character. Your display name must be between 3 and 20 characters long. You cannot use spaces, numbers, or special characters like @, #, $, or punctuation marks — only letters are allowed. Names that are offensive, contain slurs, or impersonate other players will be rejected, and Prodigy may suspend your account if you repeatedly try to use inappropriate names.
If you try to create a name that breaks these rules, the system will show you an error message and ask you to choose a different one. You won't be able to save the name until you follow the guidelines.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I change my name more than once?
Yes, but only once every 30 days. After you change your name, you have to wait a full month before you can change it again. This applies to personal accounts only — school accounts cannot be changed by the player at all.
What if my school account name is wrong or misspelled?
Contact your teacher or school administrator and ask them to correct it. They can edit your account details in the Prodigy teacher dashboard. If you don't know who manages your account, ask your school's main office or technology department.
Can I use numbers or special characters in my display name?
No. Prodigy only allows letters in display names. Numbers, spaces, and special characters like @, #, or punctuation will be rejected. Your name must be between 3 and 20 letters long.
What if I get an error message when I try to save my new name?
The name probably breaks one of Prodigy's rules — it might be too short, too long, contain forbidden characters, or be flagged as inappropriate. Try a different name using only letters, between 3 and 20 characters. If the error persists, contact Prodigy support through their website.
Does changing my name affect my game progress or rewards?
No. Your display name is just what other players see. Changing it does not affect your level, your pets, your items, your battles, or any of your progress in the game. Everything stays the same.