The steps to change your username in Geometry Dash

You change your Geometry Dash username through the game's settings menu, not through a website or account page. Open Geometry Dash, tap the gear icon in the bottom right corner of the main menu, then select "Account" from the settings screen. Tap "Change Username" and enter your new name in the text field. The game will confirm the change when ready, and your new username appears the next time you play or upload a level.

The process takes less than a minute and works the same way on PC, Mac, iOS, and Android. Your new username syncs across all devices if you are logged into the same account. If you do not see a "Change Username" option, you may be playing an older version of the game — updating to the latest version from Steam, the App Store, or Google Play will add this feature.

Key Takeaways

  • You change your username by opening settings, selecting Account, and tapping Change Username from within the game itself.
  • The new username takes effect when ready and appears on your profile and any levels you upload.
  • You can change your username as many times as you want with no cooldown period or fee.
  • If the option does not appear, update Geometry Dash to the latest version available on your platform.

Where to find the Account settings menu

The Account option lives in the main settings screen, which you reach from the home menu. Tap the gear icon in the bottom right corner — it is next to the shop icon and the pause button. This opens the settings menu with several tabs across the top: Options, Audio, Graphics, and Account.

Tap the Account tab. You will see your current username displayed at the top, along with options to change it, link your account to a social platform, or manage your password if you set one. The "Change Username" button is the first option under your current name.

What happens to your old username after you change it

Your old username becomes available for someone else to use when ready after you change it. Geometry Dash does not hold old usernames in reserve or let you reclaim them later. If you think you might want to go back to a previous name, write it down before you change it — you can always switch back to it if no one else has claimed it in the meantime.

Any levels you uploaded under your old username stay on your account and show your new username as the creator. Your statistics, coins, and diamonds do not change. The only thing that updates is the name that appears next to your profile and on any levels you have shared.

Username rules and restrictions

Geometry Dash allows most characters in usernames, but a few restrictions explore. Your username cannot be blank, and it cannot be longer than 20 characters. The game accepts letters, numbers, spaces, and most special characters like hyphens, underscores, and periods.

Usernames are not case-sensitive — "MyName" and "myname" are treated as the same account. The game does not prevent you from choosing a username that is already in use by someone else, so two players can have identical names. This is why many players add numbers or special characters to make their username unique.

Changing your username on different platforms

The steps are identical whether you play on Windows, Mac, iOS, or Android. Open the game, tap the settings gear, go to Account, and select Change Username. If you own the game on multiple platforms and have linked them to the same account, changing your username on one platform changes it everywhere.

If you play on different accounts on different devices, each account has its own separate username. Changing the username on your phone account does not affect your PC account. To use the same username everywhere, you need to either link your accounts or manually set the same name on each one.

What to do if you cannot find the Change Username option

The most common reason the option does not appear is that you are running an older version of Geometry Dash. The username change feature was added in version 2.1, released in 2019. If you have not updated the game in several years, you will not see this option.

Update the game through Steam (on PC), the Mac App Store, the Apple App Store (on iPhone or iPad), or Google Play (on Android). Once the update finishes, restart the game and open settings again. The Account tab and Change Username option should now be visible. If you still do not see it after updating, restart your device and try again.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my username back to what it was before?

Only if no one else has claimed that name in the meantime. Old usernames are not reserved, so they become available to other players when ready. If you want to switch back, go to Account settings and enter your old username. If it is still unclaimed, the change will go through.

Does changing my username affect my progress or statistics?

No. Your coins, diamonds, completed levels, and all other progress stay exactly the same. Only the name displayed on your profile and next to your uploaded levels changes. Your account data is tied to your account itself, not to the username.

How often can I change my username?

There is no limit. You can change your username as many times as you want with no waiting period between changes. Some players change their username regularly, while others keep the same one for years. The choice is entirely yours.

What if someone else is using the username I want?

Geometry Dash allows duplicate usernames, so you can still use a name that someone else is using. Your account will be separate from theirs. If you want a unique name that no one else has, you will need to choose something different or add numbers and special characters to make it distinct.

Will my friends still be able to find me after I change my username?

Yes. Your account ID stays the same, so anyone who has added you as a friend will still see you in their friends list under your new name. They can still message you and see your profile. The only thing that changes is what name appears next to your account.