You can change your PUBG username once every 10 days through the game settings or the official website

PUBG lets you rename your account, but not as often as you might want. The game enforces a 10-day waiting period between changes, so you cannot swap usernames multiple times in a week. You have two ways to make the change: directly in the game client or through your PUBG account page online. Both routes take about five minutes and require no payment.

The username you see in-game is separate from your account login name. When you change your in-game username, only the name other players see changes — your login credentials stay the same. This matters if you share your account details with anyone or use the same email and password across multiple games.

Key Takeaways

  • You can change your PUBG username once every 10 days, and the change takes effect when ready in-game.
  • The in-game method works through Settings > Account > Change Nickname, while the website method uses your PUBG account dashboard.
  • Your new username must be between 1 and 16 characters and cannot contain certain special characters or offensive language.
  • If your desired username is already taken, PUBG will tell you when ready and you can try a different name without using up your one change.
  • Changing your username does not affect your rank, battle pass progress, cosmetics, or any other account data.

How to change your username in the game client

Open PUBG and log in to your account. From the main menu, select Settings (the gear icon in the top right). Navigate to the Account tab, then look for Change Nickname or similar wording depending on your region and game version.

Type your new username into the text field. PUBG will show you when ready whether the name is available. If it is taken, the system will say so and you can try another name without penalty. Once you find an available name you want, confirm the change. The new username appears in-game right away, though it may take a few minutes to show up in your profile on the website.

How to change your username on the PUBG website

Go to the official PUBG account page at accounts.pubg.com and log in with your email and password. Click on your profile or account settings, then find the option to edit your nickname or in-game name.

Enter your new username and check availability the same way as in-game. Confirm the change and return to the game — your new name should appear within a few minutes. This method works if you are away from your computer or prefer managing your account through a browser.

Rules for PUBG usernames

Your username must be between 1 and 16 characters long. PUBG does not allow spaces, so you can use underscores, hyphens, or numbers to separate words instead. The system blocks certain special characters like @, #, $, and %, though the exact list varies slightly by region.

PUBG filters out usernames that contain profanity, slurs, or references to real-world violence or hate groups. If you try to create a name that violates these rules, the system will reject it and ask you to choose something else. Names that impersonate PUBG staff or famous players may also be blocked, though this is less common.

What happens if you change your username too soon

If you try to change your username before the 10-day waiting period ends, PUBG will show you a countdown timer telling you exactly when you can make your next change. You cannot bypass this timer by changing your account password, using a different device, or logging out and back in. The restriction is tied to your account, not your device or connection.

The 10-day timer starts from the moment your previous change took effect, not from when you initiated it. If you changed your username on Monday at 3 p.m., you can change it again on Thursday at 3 p.m. — not at midnight on Thursday.

Your username does not affect your account security

Changing your in-game username is purely cosmetic and does not change your login email, password, or two-factor authentication settings. Other players see your new name, but your account credentials remain exactly the same. If you want to find your account further, that requires separate steps like enabling two-factor authentication or updating your password through the account settings page.

Do not share your login email or password with anyone, even if they ask you to "hold" your username or help you manage your account. PUBG staff will never ask for your password, and no legitimate reason exists to give it to another player.

What to do if your desired username is taken

If the name you want is already claimed by another player, you have a few options. You can add numbers to the end (like adding your birth year or a random digit), use underscores or hyphens to break up the name, or choose a completely different username. None of these count as a failed attempt — PUBG only counts it as a change once you confirm and the system accepts it.

Usernames are not reserved or held. If a player stops playing for months or years, their username stays theirs unless they delete their account. PUBG does not recycle inactive usernames, so you cannot wait for someone else's name to become available.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does changing my username reset my rank or progress?

No. Your rank, battle pass level, cosmetics, and all other account data stay exactly the same. Only the name that appears above your character and in leaderboards changes. Your statistics and match history remain linked to your account.

Can I change my username if I have been banned?

If your account is temporarily banned, you usually cannot make changes until the ban expires. If your account is permanently banned, you cannot change anything. Contact PUBG support if you believe your ban was a mistake.

What if I want to change my username back to an old one?

You can reuse an old username you had before, but you still have to wait 10 days between changes. If someone else has claimed that old name in the meantime, it is no longer available to you.

Do I need to change my password after changing my username?

No. Your password is separate from your in-game username and does not change automatically. Change your password only if you suspect someone has accessed your account or if you want to update it for security reasons.

Why does PUBG make me wait 10 days between username changes?

The waiting period prevents players from constantly switching names to evade reports, hide from friends, or confuse other players. It also reduces the load on PUBG's servers from frequent database updates.