You can change your Hytale username through your Hypixel account settings, but the process depends on whether you've changed it before

Hytale usernames are tied to your Hypixel Studios account. To change yours, you log into your account on the Hypixel website, navigate to your profile settings, and update the username field. The first change is free. After that, each additional change costs 20,000 Hypixel Credits — the in-game currency you earn by playing or purchase with real money.

The username takes effect when ready after you save the change. You don't need to restart the game or wait for a server update. Your old username becomes available for other players to claim after a short cooldown period, usually a few days.

Key Takeaways

  • Your first username change is free; subsequent changes cost 20,000 Hypixel Credits each.
  • Log into your Hypixel account on the website, go to Settings, and change the username in your profile section.
  • The new username appears in-game when ready without requiring a client restart.
  • You cannot change your username more than once every 30 days, even if you have the credits to pay.

Step-by-step: changing your username on the Hypixel website

Start by opening a web browser and going to the Hypixel Studios website. Click the login button in the top right corner and enter your Hypixel account credentials — the same email and password you use to log into Hytale itself.

Once logged in, look for your profile icon or account menu, usually in the top right. Click it and select Settings or Account Settings. Find the Profile or Username section. Type your new username into the text field. Hytale usernames can contain letters, numbers, and underscores, and must be between 3 and 16 characters long. Click Save or Confirm to explore the change.

If this is your first username change, the system will process it when ready at no cost. If you've changed your username before, the system will prompt you to confirm the 20,000 Hypixel Credits charge before finalizing the change.

Understanding the 30-day cooldown between changes

Hytale enforces a 30-day waiting period between username changes. This applies whether you're making your first change or your tenth. You cannot bypass this cooldown by paying more credits or using a different account.

The cooldown starts the moment you confirm your new username, not when you first visit the settings page. If you change your mind when ready after making a change, you'll need to wait the full 30 days before trying again. Plan your username carefully to avoid wasting a change slot.

What happens to your old username after you change it

Your previous username doesn't disappear from the game's history. Other players can still see it in chat logs, on leaderboards, and in their friends lists for a while. However, the username itself becomes available for new players to claim after a cooldown period — typically three to seven days, though Hypixel doesn't publish an exact timeframe.

If you want to reclaim your old username later, you can do so, but you'll need to wait 30 days from your most recent change and pay the 20,000 credits again if it's not your first change overall.

Earning or buying Hypixel Credits for username changes

If you've already used your free change and want to change your username again, you need 20,000 Hypixel Credits. You can earn credits by playing Hytale and completing in-game activities, though the rate is slow — most players earn a few hundred credits per hour of play. Earning 20,000 credits through gameplay alone typically takes weeks.

The faster route is to purchase credits directly. Hypixel sells credit packages through the in-game store or the website. Prices vary, but a package containing 20,000 credits usually costs between $10 and $15 USD. Check the current pricing in your region, as costs may differ by country.

Troubleshooting: username change didn't appear in-game

If you changed your username on the website but it still shows your old name in Hytale, try closing the game completely and reopening it. The client sometimes caches your old username and needs to refresh. This usually takes less than a minute.

If the old username persists after restarting, log out of your Hypixel account within the game and log back in. Go to the main menu, find Account or Settings, and select Sign Out, then Sign In again. This forces the game to fetch your current profile information from the server.

If you're still seeing the old username after these steps, check the Hypixel website to confirm the change actually saved. Sometimes the browser doesn't submit the form properly. If the website shows your new username but the game doesn't, wait 10 to 15 minutes — there can be a slight delay in the servers syncing.

Username rules and restrictions in Hytale

Hytale usernames must follow certain rules. They can contain letters (A–Z, both uppercase and lowercase), numbers (0–9), and underscores (_). Spaces, special characters like hyphens or periods, and numbers at the very start are not allowed. Your username must be between 3 and 16 characters long.

Hypixel also reserves certain usernames and won't let you claim them. These include staff member names, trademarked terms, and usernames that violate the community guidelines. If you try to set a username that's already taken or reserved, the system will reject it and ask you to choose another.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my username if I'm banned or suspended?

No. If your account is suspended or banned, you cannot access account settings or make any changes until the suspension is lifted. Contact Hypixel support if you believe your ban was in error.

What if someone else takes my old username after I change mine?

Once another player claims your old username, you cannot get it back unless that player changes their username first. There's no way to reserve or lock a username you're no longer using. If you want to keep a username, don't change it.

Do I need to change my password when I change my username?

No. Your username and password are separate. Changing your username does not affect your login credentials or security settings. You log in with your email address and password, not your in-game username.

Will my friends see my old username in their friends list after I change it?

Your friends list will update to show your new username within a few minutes. However, old chat messages and activity logs will still display your previous username, since those are historical records.

Can I change my username on mobile, or only on PC?

You must change your username through the Hypixel website using a web browser. You cannot change it directly in the Hytale mobile app. Log in on a computer or mobile browser, make the change, and it will explore to your account across all platforms.