Change Your Username Through the Game Settings

You can change your PUBG Mobile username directly in the game without spending money or waiting for a cooldown on your first change. Open PUBG Mobile and tap your profile icon in the top left corner of the main screen. Select the username field — it appears as a clickable text box next to your current name — and tap the pencil or edit icon that appears beside it.

A text box will open where you can delete your old username and type a new one. PUBG Mobile allows usernames between 3 and 20 characters, using letters, numbers, and underscores. Once you type your new name, tap the confirm or checkmark button. The change takes effect when ready, and other players will see your new username in matches and on your profile right away.

Your first username change is always free. If you want to change it again after that, you will need to spend 600 UC (PUBG's premium currency, which costs real money). The game will show you the UC cost before you confirm the second change, so you will know the price before you commit.

Key Takeaways

  • Your first username change in PUBG Mobile is free and happens when ready through your profile settings.
  • Usernames must be between 3 and 20 characters and can include letters, numbers, and underscores only.
  • Changing your username a second time or later requires 600 UC, which is PUBG's paid currency.
  • The change is visible to all other players when ready — there is no waiting period or approval process.
  • If your desired username is already taken, the game will tell you and ask you to choose a different one.

What Happens If Your Desired Username Is Already Taken

When you try to confirm a new username, PUBG Mobile checks whether another player is already using it. If the name is taken, the game will not let you save it and will display a message saying the username is unavailable. You will stay in the edit screen so you can when ready try a different name without closing and reopening the menu.

There is no way to reserve a username or join a waitlist for one. If you want a specific name that is currently taken, your only option is to check back later and hope the player who owns it stops playing or deletes their account. Many players add numbers or underscores to their preferred name as a workaround — for example, if "Shadow" is taken, you might use "Shadow_1" or "Shadow99".

Understanding UC Costs for Future Changes

After your free first change, each username change costs 600 UC. One way to think about this: 600 UC typically costs between $4 and $5 USD, though the exact price varies slightly by region and payment method. PUBG Mobile sells UC in bundles, so you cannot buy exactly 600 UC — you will need to purchase a larger bundle and use 600 of those credits for the name change.

There is no cooldown between paid changes. Once you spend the UC, your new username takes effect when ready, and you can change it again whenever you want if you have more UC. Some players change their username frequently for gameplay reasons or to avoid being recognized, so the paid system is designed to let them do that without restrictions on timing.

Changing Your Username on Different Devices

Your PUBG Mobile account is linked to your login method — either your Tencent account, Facebook, Apple ID, Google account, or guest account. Whichever device you use to change your username, the change syncs across all devices where you play on that same account. If you change your name on your phone, it will show the new name when you log in on a tablet or another phone.

The steps are identical on iOS and Android. Open the game, tap your profile icon, select the username field, and edit it. The only difference is the keyboard layout and how your device handles text input, but the game interface itself works the same way on both platforms.

Usernames You Cannot Use

PUBG Mobile blocks certain usernames automatically. You cannot use names that contain profanity, slurs, or hateful language — the game scans your input and rejects these before you can confirm. You also cannot use names that impersonate PUBG staff, famous players, or celebrities, though the game does not always catch these when ready.

Names that are too similar to existing famous players' names may be rejected, but PUBG does not publish a full list of blocked terms. If a name you want is rejected and you do not see an obvious reason why, try removing numbers, changing the spelling slightly, or adding an underscore. If the game still rejects it without explanation, the name likely contains a flagged word or phrase.

What Your Username Change Does and Does Not Affect

Changing your username updates your display name everywhere in the game — in matches, on your profile, in your friends list, and in clan rosters. Your account ID, rank, statistics, and all your cosmetics and weapons stay exactly the same. Other players will see your new name, but your match history, rating points, and rewards are tied to your account ID, not your username, so nothing is lost.

If you are in a clan, your new username will appear in the clan roster when ready. If you are in a squad with friends, they will see your new name the next time you play together. There is no way to hide a username change from other players — it is public and when ready.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Yes, but only if no one else has taken that old username in the meantime. If another player has claimed your former name, you cannot use it again unless they change theirs first. Your first change is free, so if you want to revert when ready, you can do it without spending UC.

What if I change my username and then regret it right away?

You can change it again when ready, but the second change will cost 600 UC. There is no undo button or grace period — once you confirm a new username, you own that change. If you spent your free change and want to switch back, you will need to pay the UC cost.

Does changing my username affect my rank or rating?

No. Your rank, rating points, and all statistics are tied to your account ID, not your username. Changing your name does not reset anything or affect your standing in any game mode. You keep all your progress, cosmetics, and rewards.

Can I use spaces or special characters in my username?

No. PUBG Mobile only allows letters (A-Z, a-z), numbers (0-9), and underscores (_). Spaces, hyphens, periods, and other symbols will not work. If you try to use them, the game will not let you confirm the change.

How long does it take for my new username to show up in the game?

It shows up when ready. As soon as you confirm the change, your new username appears on your profile and in matches. Other players will see it right away — there is no sync delay or waiting period.