You can change your Twitch username when ready if you have never changed it before, or if your last change was more than 60 days ago

Twitch does not make you wait to change your username the first time. If you have never changed it, you can do it right now. If you changed it before, you have to wait 60 days from that last change — there is no way around this waiting period, and no customer service exception that removes it.

The 60-day rule is a hard limit built into Twitch's system. It exists to prevent username squatting and to keep the platform stable. You cannot pay to skip it, contact support to waive it, or use any workaround. The only thing that matters is the calendar: 60 days must pass since your previous username change.

Key Takeaways

  • Your first username change on Twitch has no waiting period — you can do it as soon as you create your account.
  • After your first change, you must wait exactly 60 days before you can change your username again.
  • The 60-day timer starts from the moment your previous change took effect, not from when you requested it.
  • Twitch support cannot remove or reduce the 60-day waiting period under any circumstance.
  • You change your username in Settings under the Username tab, and the change takes effect when ready once you confirm it.

Where to change your username on Twitch

Log into your Twitch account on a web browser or the Twitch app. Go to Settings (the gear icon in the top right corner of your profile). Click the Username tab on the left side. You will see your current username and a button that says Change Username — but this button only appears if you are may be able to access to change it.

If the button is greyed out or missing, you are still within the 60-day waiting period. Twitch will show you the date when you can change it again. Write down that date or set a phone reminder so you do not forget.

How to check when you can change your username next

Open Settings and go to the Username tab. If you cannot change your username yet, Twitch displays the exact date you become may be able to access. This date is always 60 days after your last change took effect. If you changed your username on March 15, you can change it again on May 14.

The date shown is in your local time zone. If you are unsure whether the timer has finished, check this page a day or two before the date Twitch gives you — sometimes the system updates a few hours early.

What happens when you change your username

Your old username becomes available for anyone else to claim when ready. If you want to keep that name, do not change it. Once you confirm the change, the old name goes into a pool that other users can take, and Twitch does not reserve it for you.

Your channel URL, follower count, and stream history all stay the same. People who followed you before the change will still follow you after. Your channel points, subscriptions, and all other account data transfer with you. The only thing that changes is the name people see and type.

Why Twitch enforces the 60-day waiting period

The waiting period prevents people from rapidly cycling through usernames to confuse viewers or to squat on names they do not plan to use. Without the limit, someone could claim a popular username, hold it for a few hours, then swap to another one — making it impossible for the real owner to get their name back.

The 60-day rule also keeps Twitch's database stable. Frequent username changes create technical overhead for the platform. The waiting period is not a punishment; it is a system design choice that affects all users equally.

If you want a username that someone else has

You cannot force someone to give up their username. Twitch does not have a username auction or request system. If the account is inactive, you still cannot claim the name — Twitch does not recycle usernames from dormant accounts.

Your only option is to choose a different username. You can add numbers, underscores, or slight variations to get close to what you want. Many streamers use their name plus their community tag or a number that means something to them.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my username more than once every 60 days?

No. Twitch enforces a hard 60-day waiting period between changes. There is no way to pay for a faster change, and support cannot override this rule. You must wait the full 60 days.

Does contacting Twitch support help me change my username faster?

No. Twitch support will confirm the 60-day rule but cannot remove it or make an exception. They will tell you the exact date you become may be able to access and direct you to the Settings page to make the change yourself.

What if I change my username and then change my mind?

You cannot when ready change it back. Your old username is now available to anyone else, and you have to wait another 60 days before you can change to a new one. If you want your old name back, you would have to claim it during your next may be able to access window — but only if nobody else has taken it.

Does my old username disappear or stay visible anywhere?

Your old username becomes available for others to use when ready. It does not stay associated with your account. Your channel URL, followers, and history all use your new username going forward.

Can I change my username on mobile?

You can view your username settings on the Twitch mobile app, but you may need to use a web browser to actually make the change. If the Change Username button does not appear in the app, open Twitch in a browser and try there.