Change your PUBG username through the official website or mobile app

You change your PUBG username by logging into your account on the PUBG website or through the game client, then paying a one-time fee to submit a new name. The process takes about five minutes, and your new name appears when ready after payment clears. You can change your name once every 30 days, and the fee is the same whether you play on PC, console, or mobile — though you must change it through the platform where your account is registered.

The name you choose must be between 3 and 16 characters, contain only letters, numbers, and underscores, and cannot match a name already in use. PUBG does not allow spaces or special characters like hyphens or periods. If you try to claim a name that is taken, the system will reject it and ask you to try another.

Key Takeaways

  • You change your username by logging into your PUBG account on the official website or game client and paying a one-time fee.
  • Your new name must be 3 to 16 characters long and can only contain letters, numbers, and underscores.
  • You can change your name once every 30 days, and the change takes effect when ready after payment.
  • If you play on console or mobile, you still change your username through the same account system as PC players.

Steps to change your username on PC

Open a web browser and go to the official PUBG website. Click the login button in the top right corner and enter your account email and password. If you use Steam, Epic Games, or another third-party login, click that option instead and follow the sign-in flow.

Once you are logged in, look for your profile icon or account menu — usually in the top right corner of the page. Click it and select "Profile" or "Account Settings." On the profile page, find the option that says "Change Nickname" or "Change Username." Click that button, and a text box will appear where you can type your new name.

Type your desired username and check that it meets the rules: 3 to 16 characters, letters and numbers only, no spaces or special characters. Click the button to check if the name is available. If it is taken, the system will tell you when ready and you can try another. Once you find an available name you want, click "Confirm" or "Purchase" — PUBG will show you the fee before you pay.

Complete the payment using your preferred method. Your account will process the transaction, and your new username will appear in the game within seconds. You will see the change reflected in your profile, in-game lobby, and on any leaderboards where your old name appeared.

How to change your username on console or mobile

If you play PUBG on PlayStation, Xbox, or Nintendo Switch, you still change your username through your PUBG account, not through your console's system settings. Open the PUBG game client on your console and navigate to the main menu. Look for "Settings" or "Account" and select it.

From the account menu, find the option to change your nickname or username. The exact wording varies by console, but it will be labeled clearly. Select it and follow the same process as the PC version: type your new name, check availability, and confirm the purchase. The fee is identical across all platforms.

On mobile (PUBG Mobile), open the game and tap your profile icon at the bottom of the screen. Tap "Settings" and then "Account." Look for "Change Nickname" and tap it. The process is the same — type your new name, check if it is available, and pay the fee. Your new username will appear across all platforms where you play if your accounts are linked.

What happens if your desired name is already taken

When you search for a username and the system tells you it is already in use, you cannot claim it. PUBG does not have a waitlist or reservation system for taken names. Your only option is to choose a different name or wait to see if the person using it changes their name or stops playing — but there is no way to know when or if that will happen.

Many players add numbers or underscores to their preferred name to make it unique. For example, if "Shadow" is taken, you might try "Shadow_1" or "Shadow123." You can check availability when ready, so you can try multiple variations until you find one that works. Keep in mind that once you change your name, you cannot change it again for 30 days, so choose carefully.

The 30-day waiting period between name changes

After you change your username, you must wait 30 days before you can change it again. This timer starts the moment your payment processes, not when you first tried to change it. If you change your name on day one of the month, you cannot change it again until day 31.

PUBG enforces this rule to prevent players from constantly switching names and confusing teammates or making it hard for the community to recognize them. If you try to change your name before 30 days have passed, the system will show you a countdown telling you how many days remain. There is no way to bypass this waiting period.

Username rules and what names PUBG will reject

PUBG has strict rules about what characters and words are allowed in usernames. Your name must be between 3 and 16 characters. You can use uppercase and lowercase letters (A–Z, a–z), numbers (0–9), and underscores (_). You cannot use spaces, hyphens, periods, or any other special characters.

PUBG also blocks usernames that contain hate speech, slurs, or references to real-world violence. If you try to use a name that violates these rules, the system will reject it and tell you why. The company does not publish a complete list of banned words, but the filter is designed to prevent harassment and discrimination. If your name is rejected and you are not sure why, try removing any words that might be offensive or controversial.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my username for free?

No. PUBG charges a fee every time you change your username. The exact amount varies by region and currency, but it is a one-time cost per change. You pay this fee each time you want a new name, and there is no free option or trial period.

What if I change my mind right after paying?

PUBG does not offer refunds for username changes once the payment has processed. The change takes effect when ready, and your old name becomes available for other players to claim. If you want to go back to your old name, you would have to pay the fee again and wait for the 30-day timer to expire.

Will my old username be saved for me?

No. Once you change your username, your old name is released back into the pool of available names. Another player can claim it when ready. If you want to use that name again in the future, you would have to pay the fee and hope no one else has taken it.

Do I need to change my username on every platform if I play on multiple devices?

No. Your PUBG account is the same across PC, console, and mobile if you have linked them together. When you change your username through your account, it updates everywhere you play. You only need to change it once.

What if someone else is using a name I used to have?

You cannot reclaim a name that someone else is using. Your only option is to choose a different name. If the other player stops playing or changes their name, their old name will eventually become available, but there is no way to reserve it or be notified when it opens up.