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, select "Settings," then choose "Change Nickname." Type your new name (up to 16 characters), confirm it, and pay the required in-game currency if this is not your first change. The new name takes effect when ready once you close the settings menu.
The exact location of these buttons varies slightly between PUBG Mobile and PUBG: Battlegrounds (the PC version), but both follow the same general path: profile → settings → nickname change. If you are playing on console, the menu structure is similar but accessed through your account settings rather than an in-game menu.
Your username is what other players see when they spectate you, kill you, or check the leaderboard. It is separate from your account login name and can be changed multiple times, though most games charge in-game currency after your first free change.
Key Takeaways
- You change your nickname through the Settings menu in your PUBG profile, not through your account login page.
- Your first username change is usually free, but subsequent changes cost Battle Points or UC (the premium currency) depending on your game version.
- The new username appears to other players when ready and cannot be reverted to your old name without paying the change fee again.
- Usernames have character limits (typically 16 characters) and cannot contain certain symbols or offensive words that the game filters automatically.
What happens if your chosen name is already taken
If you type a username that another player already has, PUBG will show an error message saying the name is unavailable. You must choose a different name before you can confirm the change. The game does not hold your place in line or let you reserve a name for later.
If you want a specific name that is taken, your only option is to wait and hope that player stops playing and their account becomes inactive. PUBG does not publicly state how long an inactive account must be dormant before its username becomes available again, so this is not a reliable strategy.
The cost of changing your username after the first time
In PUBG Mobile, your first nickname change is free. After that, each change costs 600 UC (the premium currency), which typically costs real money. In PUBG: Battlegrounds on PC, the first change is free and subsequent changes cost 1,300 Battle Points, which you earn by playing matches.
Some regional versions or seasonal promotions may offer free name changes temporarily, but this is not standard. Check the in-game news section before you pay to see if a free change event is currently running.
Character limits and restrictions on what you can name yourself
PUBG usernames can be up to 16 characters long and can include letters, numbers, and some symbols like underscores and hyphens. The game automatically blocks names that contain profanity, slurs, or references to real-world violence, even if you try to work around the filter with numbers or special characters.
Names that impersonate official PUBG accounts, streamers, or celebrities are also rejected. If your chosen name is blocked and you believe it should not be, you can contact PUBG support through the in-game help menu, though the decision is rarely overturned.
How to change your username on different platforms
PUBG Mobile (iOS and Android): Open the game, tap your profile icon in the top-left, go to Settings, select Change Nickname, type your new name, and confirm. You will see the cost (free for the first change, 600 UC after) before you finalize it.
PUBG: Battlegrounds (PC): Click your profile icon in the top-right corner of the lobby, select Settings, choose Change Nickname, enter your new name, and confirm. The cost is the same as Mobile (free first time, then Battle Points).
PUBG Console (PlayStation, Xbox): Go to your profile, select Account Settings, find the Nickname option, and follow the same process. Console versions may have slightly different menu layouts depending on your system, but the principle is identical.
What to do if you cannot find the change nickname option
If the Settings menu does not show a "Change Nickname" option, you may be looking in the wrong place. Double-check that you are in the in-game settings (accessed through your profile icon) and not your device's system settings or your PUBG account page on the website.
If you are certain you are in the right menu and the option is still missing, your account may have a restriction placed on it, or you may be playing a limited version of the game that does not support nickname changes. Try restarting the game and checking again. If the problem persists, contact PUBG support through the Help menu in-game and describe what you see.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I change my username back to what it was before?
No. Once you change your username, the old name is released and becomes available for other players to use. If you want to use that name again, you would have to pay the change fee and hope no one else has claimed it in the meantime.
Do I need to change my login password when I change my username?
No. Your username (the name other players see) is separate from your login credentials. Changing your in-game nickname does not affect your account password or email address.
Will changing my username affect my rank or statistics?
No. Your rank, kills, wins, and all other statistics stay exactly the same. Only the name displayed next to those stats changes.
How long does it take for my new username to show up in matches?
Your new username appears when ready in the game. Other players will see it the next time they encounter you in a match or check the leaderboard.
What if I see a message saying I have already changed my nickname recently?
Some versions of PUBG have a cooldown period between nickname changes (usually 24 to 48 hours). If you see this message, wait the stated amount of time and try again. The cooldown prevents players from changing names constantly to avoid being tracked.