What you can and cannot hide on Roblox
Roblox does not offer a built-in feature to hide or delete your username history. Once you change your username, the old one becomes available for someone else to claim, but Roblox keeps a record of every username you have ever used attached to your account. Other players can see this history by visiting your profile and scrolling to the "Username history" section.
The only way to truly remove past usernames from your account is to contact Roblox Support and request account deletion. This is permanent and will delete your entire account, all your games, all your items, and all your progress. For most people, this is not a practical solution.
If you are concerned about a specific past username because of harassment, impersonation, or safety reasons, Roblox Support may be able to help in limited circumstances. The support team can sometimes remove a username from your history if you explain why it poses a safety or privacy risk, though this is not may provide and depends on the reason you provide.
Key Takeaways
- Your complete username history is visible on your profile to anyone who visits it, and Roblox does not let you hide individual past usernames.
- Changing your username does not erase the old one from your account record — it only frees it up for another player to use.
- Roblox Support may remove a specific past username from your history if you contact them with a legitimate safety or privacy concern.
- Deleting your entire account is the only way to remove all username history, but this also removes your games, items, and progress permanently.
- If you are being impersonated or harassed using a past username, report it to Roblox Support with details rather than trying to hide the username yourself.
How to contact Roblox Support about username history
Go to the Roblox Support page at roblox.com/support. Click "Contact Us" and select "Account" from the category menu. Then choose "Username" as the subcategory.
In the message box, explain why you want a past username removed. Be specific: if someone is impersonating you using that old name, say so and describe what they are doing. If the username contains personal information you no longer want public, explain that. If you were harassed under that username and want a fresh start, mention it. Roblox Support reviews each request individually, and a clear reason gives you the best chance of a response.
Include your current username and the past username you want removed. Support typically replies within a few business days, though response times vary. They may ask follow-up questions or request additional details before making a decision.
Why Roblox keeps username history visible
Roblox displays your username history so other players can track your account over time. This is meant to prevent impersonation — if someone creates an account with a name similar to yours, players can check that account's history to see if it is actually you or a fake account trying to trick people.
The downside is that this same feature makes it harder to distance yourself from a past username you no longer want associated with your account. If you used an embarrassing username as a younger player, or if a username contains outdated personal details, that history remains public unless you take action.
What happens when you change your username
When you change your username on Roblox, the old name is added to your username history and becomes available for another player to claim when ready. Your account does not lose any games, items, or progress — only the name changes.
Other players can still see that you used that old username by visiting your profile. Friends who knew you by the old name will see the new one, but the old one stays in your history. This is why some players worry about past usernames: the history is permanent and public unless you take steps to remove it.
When you might want to hide a past username
You might want to hide a past username if it contains your real name, your age, or other personal information you shared before understanding privacy risks. You might also want to hide it if you were younger when you created it and the name now feels embarrassing or does not represent who you are.
If someone is using a username similar to one of your past names to impersonate you or scam other players, that is a safety issue worth reporting to Roblox Support. Impersonation violates Roblox's terms of service, and Support can take action against the fake account even if they cannot remove your past username from your history.
Alternatives if you cannot remove a past username
If Roblox Support declines to remove a past username, you have a few options. You can change your username again to something completely different that has no connection to the old name. This does not erase the history, but it shifts focus to your current identity.
You can also adjust your profile privacy settings to limit who can see your profile. Go to Settings, then Privacy, and change "Who can message me" and "Who can see my profile" to more restrictive options. This does not hide your username history from people who do visit, but it reduces the number of people who see it in the first place.
If you are being harassed or impersonated, focus on reporting the person doing it rather than trying to hide your own history. Roblox takes impersonation and harassment seriously, and reporting the bad actor is more effective than trying to erase your past.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I pay Roblox to remove a past username?
No. Roblox does not offer a paid service to remove usernames from your history. The only paid option related to usernames is changing your current username, which costs Robux (Roblox's in-game currency). Removal requests go through Roblox Support and are handled on a case-by-case basis at no cost.
If I delete my account, does that remove my username from other players' friend lists?
Yes. When you delete your account, you are removed from everyone's friend list and your profile becomes inaccessible. However, account deletion is permanent and removes everything — your games, items, and progress cannot be recovered.
Can someone else see my username history if my profile is private?
It depends on your privacy settings. If you set your profile to private, only your friends can see it, including your username history. If your profile is public, anyone can see your complete username history by visiting your profile page.
What if someone created an account with one of my old usernames?
Once you change your username, the old one becomes available for anyone to claim. If someone takes it and uses it to impersonate you, report that account to Roblox Support with details about the impersonation. Support can investigate and take action against the fake account.