You cannot delete past usernames, but you can hide them from your profile
Roblox does not offer a way to permanently erase usernames you have used before. Once you change your username, the old one stays in your account history. However, you can prevent other players from seeing that history by adjusting your privacy settings, which is the closest option available.
The reason Roblox keeps this record is to prevent impersonation and fraud. If someone changed their name to match a popular player, then deleted the evidence, it would be harder for Roblox to investigate disputes. Your username history is stored on Roblox servers and cannot be removed by you or by Roblox support staff, even if you request it.
Key Takeaways
- Roblox permanently stores all usernames you have ever used, and neither you nor support staff can delete them.
- You can hide your username history from other players by changing your privacy settings to "Friends Only" or "No One" for who can see your profile.
- Your old usernames remain visible to you in your account settings under the username change history, even if others cannot see them.
- If you want a completely fresh start, creating a new Roblox account is the only way to avoid having any username history at all.
How to hide your username history from other players
Open Roblox and sign into your account. Click the gear icon in the upper right corner to open Settings, then select the Privacy tab on the left side of the screen.
Look for the setting that controls who can see your profile. The default is usually "Public", which means anyone can view your username history. Change this to "Friends Only" if you want only your friends to see your profile and past usernames, or select "No One" to hide your profile from everyone except yourself. Click Save when you are done.
This hides your username history from other players, but you will still see all your past usernames when you log into your own account. The history appears under Settings > Account > Username History, where you can see every name you have used and when you changed it.
What happens when you change your username
When you change your username on Roblox, the old name becomes available for other players to use after a short waiting period. This means someone else could eventually take your former username, which is another reason Roblox keeps records of who used it and when.
Your old username does not disappear from games you played or items you own. If you built something in a game under the name "OldPlayer123", that creation will still show that name as the builder, even after you change your username. Other players can click on that old name and see it was previously used by you.
Why you might want to hide your username history
Some players change their usernames many times and prefer that others do not see the full list of names they have used. This might be for privacy reasons, to avoid being tracked across different gaming periods, or straightforward because old usernames feel embarrassing or outdated.
Hiding your profile also prevents strangers from messaging you or sending friend requests based on information they find there. If your profile is set to "No One", only people who already know your current username can find you.
Creating a new account if you want no username history
If you want to start completely fresh with no username history at all, your only option is to create a new Roblox account. This new account will have no record of past usernames because it will only ever have had one name.
Keep in mind that creating a new account means losing access to all your games, items, Robux, and friends list on your old account. You cannot transfer these things to a new account. Make this choice only if you are certain you want to leave your old account behind entirely.
What Roblox support can and cannot do
Roblox support staff cannot delete your username history, even if you contact them and ask. They also cannot hide specific usernames from the history while keeping others visible. Your only controls are the privacy settings that hide your entire profile or keep it public.
If you believe a username on your account was created by someone else (for example, if your account was hacked), contact Roblox support with details about when the change happened and what you were doing at the time. They can investigate and may be able to help find your account, but they still cannot remove the username from your history.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I see my old usernames if I forgot them?
Yes. Sign into your Roblox account, go to Settings, select Account, and click Username History. You will see every username you have used, listed with the dates you changed them. This list is visible only to you unless you have made your profile public.
If I change my username back to an old one, does that erase the history?
No. Changing your username back to a previous name does not erase anything. Your history will show that you used that name, changed to something else, and then changed back. The full timeline remains.
Will my old username disappear if I do not use it for a long time?
No. Roblox keeps username history permanently. The length of time since you used a name does not matter. The record stays in your account indefinitely.
Can I ask Roblox to delete one specific old username from my history?
No. Roblox does not offer selective deletion of usernames from your history. You can only hide your entire profile from other players or keep it public. Individual usernames cannot be removed.