How to Change Your PUBG Mobile Username in 4 Steps

Change your username through the in-game settings menu

Open PUBG Mobile and tap your profile icon in the top left corner of the main lobby screen. From there, select the pencil icon next to your current username. You will see a text field where you can type a new name — it must be between 3 and 20 characters, using only letters, numbers, and underscores. Tap the checkmark to save your change.

The system will ask you to confirm the new username before it takes effect. Once you confirm, your new name appears across your profile, in-game chat, and on your team roster. This change happens when ready and is visible to other players right away.

If the name you want is already taken, the game will tell you when ready and you can try another one. There is no limit to how many times you can attempt a new name during this process — you only pay the cost (described below) once you successfully change it.

Key Takeaways

You change your username by tapping your profile icon, then the pencil next to your name, typing a new one between 3 and 20 characters, and confirming the change.
Each username change costs 180 UC (PUBG's premium currency), which you must have in your account before you can save the new name.
Your new username appears when ready across your profile, chat, and team rosters, and other players see it right away.
You can attempt different names as many times as you want during the change process, but you only pay the cost once you confirm a name that is available.
Usernames must be 3 to 20 characters long and can only contain letters, numbers, and underscores — no spaces or special characters.

Understand the UC cost and how to get it

Changing your username costs 180 UC, which is PUBG Mobile's premium currency. You must have this amount already in your account — the game will not let you proceed with the change if your UC balance is below 180. You can check your UC balance in the top right corner of the main lobby screen, where it displays next to a diamond icon.

To get UC, you purchase it through the in-game store using real money. The amount you pay varies depending on your region and which payment method you use (credit card, mobile carrier billing, or platform-specific payment like Google Play or Apple App Store). Once you buy UC, it appears in your account when ready and you can use it for the username change right away.

If you do not have 180 UC yet, you can still go through the steps to choose and confirm your new username — the game will straightforward show you the cost and ask you to purchase UC before finalizing the change. This gives you a chance to back out if you decide not to spend the money.

Know the rules for what your new username can be

Your username must follow specific rules or the game will reject it. The name must be between 3 and 20 characters long — too short or too long and you cannot save it. You can use uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers 0 through 9, and underscores, but no spaces, hyphens, periods, or other special characters.

PUBG Mobile also blocks usernames that contain profanity, slurs, or references to real people's names without permission. If you try a name that violates these rules, the game tells you it is unavailable and you must choose a different one. The system checks this automatically, so you will know when ready if a name is not allowed.

Keep in mind that your username is permanent once you change it — you cannot undo the change, though you can pay 180 UC again to change it to something else later. Think through your choice before you confirm, because you are spending real money each time.

What happens if you forget your username or cannot change it

If you cannot remember your current username, open PUBG Mobile and look at your profile icon in the top left. Your username appears directly under your profile picture. You can also check any message you received in-game or any team invitation — your username is listed there as well.

If the pencil icon next to your username is greyed out or does not respond when you tap it, your account may be restricted. This can happen if your account is new (some accounts must wait a few days before they can change their username), if you recently changed your username (you must wait a set period between changes), or if your account has been flagged for violating the game's terms of service. If you believe your account is restricted unfairly, contact PUBG Mobile support through the in-game help menu.

Change your username on different devices

Your PUBG Mobile username is tied to your account, not to a specific phone or tablet. If you play on both Android and iOS, or on multiple devices, changing your username on one device changes it everywhere. Log into your account on any device and the new name is already there.

If you play PUBG on PC or console as well as mobile, those are separate games with separate accounts and separate usernames. Changing your mobile username does not affect your username in PUBG: Battlegrounds on PC or PUBG on PlayStation, Xbox, or other platforms. You would need to change each one individually through that game's own settings.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my username for free?

No. Every username change costs 180 UC, which requires you to spend real money. There is no free way to change your username in PUBG Mobile, though some events or promotions may occasionally offer UC as a reward.

How long do I have to wait between username changes?

PUBG Mobile does not publicly state a fixed waiting period, but most players report being able to change their username again after 30 days. If you try to change it sooner, the game will tell you to wait and show you when you can change it next.

What if the username I want is taken?

The game tells you when ready that the name is unavailable. You can then try a different name without paying anything — you only pay the 180 UC cost once you confirm a name that is actually available and you tap the final confirmation button.

Will my old username be available for someone else to use?

Yes. Once you change your username, your old name becomes available for another player to claim. If you want to keep that name reserved, do not change it.

Can I see a history of usernames I have used before?

PUBG Mobile does not show you a list of your past usernames in the game. If you need to remember a previous name for any reason, you would have to check your own records or ask friends who played with you before the change.

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