Change your username through the PUBG settings menu on your device

To change your PUBG username, open the game, tap your profile icon in the top-left corner, and select Settings. Look for Basic Information or Account depending on your platform. You will see a field labeled Nickname or Username — tap it, clear the current name, type your new one, and save. The change takes effect when ready in your game profile and in matches.

The exact menu path differs slightly between mobile (PUBG Mobile) and console versions. On mobile, the profile icon appears as a small avatar in the top-left. On PlayStation or Xbox, navigate to your profile through the main menu, then find Account Settings. On PC (PUBG: Battlegrounds), click your username at the top-right of the lobby screen and select Edit Profile.

You can change your username as often as you want with no cooldown period, though the game may take a few seconds to update the name across all servers. Other players will see your new name the next time they encounter you in a match or check your profile.

Key Takeaways

  • Open your profile settings from the main game menu and locate the Nickname or Username field under Basic Information or Account settings.
  • Type your new username directly into that field and save — the change appears when ready in your profile and in-game.
  • PUBG allows unlimited username changes with no waiting period between them.
  • Your new name will show to other players in matches and on your profile within seconds of saving.
  • The menu location varies by platform (mobile, console, or PC), but the process is the same: find your profile, locate the name field, and update it.

What characters and length are allowed in a PUBG username

PUBG usernames can be 1 to 20 characters long. You can use letters (both uppercase and lowercase), numbers, and underscores. Special characters like hyphens, spaces, periods, or symbols are not permitted. The game will reject your entry if you try to use a character that is not allowed — the save button will remain grayed out until you fix it.

Usernames are not case-sensitive, meaning "JamesRod" and "jamesrod" are treated as the same name. However, the game will display your username exactly as you typed it, so capitalization matters for how it appears to other players. If your desired name is already taken by another player, you will see an error message and must choose a different one.

Changing your username on mobile versus console versus PC

On PUBG Mobile, tap the profile avatar in the top-left corner of the lobby, select Settings, then Basic Information. The Nickname field is at the top of that menu. Type your new name and tap Confirm.

On PlayStation or Xbox, go to the main menu, select your profile card, and choose Account Settings. Find Nickname in the list, edit it, and confirm. Console versions may take a few extra seconds to sync the change across the network.

On PUBG: Battlegrounds (PC), click your current username at the top-right of the lobby screen. A dropdown menu will appear — select Edit Profile or Change Nickname. Type your new name and save. PC updates are usually when ready.

What happens to your old username after you change it

Your old username becomes available for other players to use when ready after you change it. PUBG does not reserve old names or hold them for a grace period. If you change from "Player123" to "NewName456", another player can register "Player123" as their new username right away.

Your game history, rank, and statistics remain tied to your account and do not change when you update your name. Friends will see your new username in their friends list after the server updates, which usually happens within a few seconds. If you want to go back to an old username later, you can do so as long as no one else has claimed it in the meantime.

Troubleshooting: why your username change might not save

If the save button is grayed out or your change will not go through, check that your new username contains only letters, numbers, and underscores. Remove any spaces, hyphens, periods, or special characters. The name must also be between 1 and 20 characters — if it is too long or too short, the game will block it.

If the name is valid but you still cannot save, the username may already be taken. Try adding a number or underscore to make it unique. If the game shows a connection error, close the settings menu and try again — temporary server delays can prevent the save from going through on the first attempt.

On mobile, make sure you are connected to a stable internet connection. On console, check that you are signed into your account and that your system is connected to the network. On PC, verify that you are logged into your PUBG account through the launcher.

Changing your username versus changing your account name

Your PUBG username (or nickname) is the name that appears in-game and on your profile — this is what other players see. Your account name is the email address or login credential you use to sign into the game. Changing your username does not change your account login, and you cannot change your account name through the game settings.

If you need to change the email address associated with your account, you must do that through the PUBG website or your platform's account settings (PlayStation Network, Xbox Live, or Steam, depending on where you play). Your username change is separate and only affects how your name displays in the game itself.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my username back to one I used before?

Only if no one else has claimed it. Once you change your username, the old one becomes available to other players when ready. If you want to reclaim an old name, check whether it is still available by trying to set it as your new username. If another player has taken it, you will need to choose a different name.

How long does it take for my new username to show up to other players?

Your new username appears in your own profile when ready, but it may take a few seconds to a few minutes to sync across all servers and show to other players in matches or on their friends lists. If someone does not see your new name right away, ask them to restart the game or refresh their friends list.

Will changing my username affect my rank or statistics?

No. Your rank, win rate, kills, and all other statistics stay the same when you change your username. The change is cosmetic only — it affects only how your name appears, not your account data or progress.

What if the username I want is already taken?

Try a variation: add a number at the end, use an underscore in the middle, or change a letter. For example, if "JamesRod" is taken, try "JamesRod1" or "James_Rod". The game will tell you when ready if a name is unavailable so you can adjust before saving.

Can I use spaces or special characters in my username?

No. PUBG only allows letters, numbers, and underscores. Spaces, hyphens, periods, and symbols like @, #, or ! will cause the save to fail. Stick to alphanumeric characters and underscores to avoid errors.