You cannot delete old usernames, but you can hide them from your profile
Roblox does not let you erase usernames you have used in the past. Once you change your username, the old one stays in Roblox's system and appears in your username history if someone looks at your profile. What you can do is make that history private so only you can see it, or straightforward change to a new username and move forward — most players will only know you by your current name.
The username you are using right now is what shows up when you play games, chat, or visit your profile. People searching for you will find your current username. Your old usernames are visible only if someone visits your profile and clicks on your username history, which most players never do. If you want to prevent anyone from seeing that list at all, you can adjust your privacy settings.
Key Takeaways
- Old usernames remain in your account history but do not appear publicly unless someone visits your profile and checks your username history.
- You can hide your username history from other players by changing your profile privacy settings to private or friends-only.
- Changing your username costs 1,000 Robux the first time and 1,000 Robux every 7 days after that if you want to change again.
- Your current username is what other players see in games and chat, so changing it is the fastest way to move past an old name.
- Roblox support cannot remove old usernames from your history, even if you contact them directly.
How to hide your username history from other players
Go to your account settings and find the privacy section. On the Roblox website, click the gear icon in the top right, then select Settings. Scroll down to Privacy and look for the option that controls who can see your profile details.
Change the setting to Private or Friends Only, depending on what you prefer. If you set it to Private, only you can see your profile and your username history. If you set it to Friends Only, only your friends can see that information. Once you save the change, other players will not be able to view your old usernames even if they visit your profile page.
Keep in mind that this hides your entire profile from strangers, not just your username history. Some players prefer this for safety reasons. Others choose Friends Only so people they know can still see their profile but strangers cannot.
Changing your current username to start fresh
If you want a completely new identity on Roblox, the simplest approach is to change your username. Visit your account settings, click on Account Info, and find the username field. Click Change Username and enter the new name you want. The first username change costs 1,000 Robux. If you change it again within 7 days, it costs another 1,000 Robux.
After 7 days have passed since your last username change, you can change it again for 1,000 Robux. There is no limit to how many times you can change your username as long as you wait the required time between changes and have enough Robux. Once you change your username, your new name is what appears in games and to other players. Your old username still exists in your history, but most people will only know you by your current name.
Choose a username that you will be happy with for a while, since changing it frequently can confuse your friends and other players who know you. Make sure the name follows Roblox's username rules — it cannot contain spaces, special characters, or offensive language.
What happens to your old username after you change it
When you change your username, the old one does not get deleted or reassigned to another player when ready. Roblox holds that username in a reserved state for a period of time. Eventually, after enough time has passed, the old username may become available for other players to use, but this is not may provide and can take months.
Your old username will always appear in your account's username history, which is visible on your profile page under a section labeled Previous Usernames or similar. This list shows every username you have ever used on that account, in order, with the dates you used them. The only way to prevent others from seeing this list is to make your profile private or friends-only, as described above.
Why you might want to hide or change your username
Players change or hide their usernames for different reasons. Some created an account as a child and chose a name they now find embarrassing. Others want to distance themselves from old gaming history or avoid being recognized by someone they no longer play with. A few are concerned about privacy and prefer that strangers cannot see a record of every name they have used.
Changing your username is also useful if you want a fresh start in the Roblox community — a new name can feel like a new beginning, even though your account history and games remain the same. If you are worried about safety or harassment, hiding your profile entirely is often more effective than just changing your name, since it prevents strangers from finding you at all.
Understanding Roblox username rules and restrictions
Roblox has specific rules about what usernames are allowed. Your username must be between 3 and 20 characters long, contain only letters, numbers, and underscores, and cannot start with a number. Usernames are not case-sensitive, so "JamesRodriguez" and "jamesrodriguez" are treated as the same name.
You cannot use spaces, hyphens, or special characters in your username. Roblox also filters out offensive language and will reject any username that violates their community standards. If you try to change your username to something that breaks these rules, the system will tell you the name is unavailable and ask you to choose a different one.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I delete a username from my history completely?
No. Roblox does not offer a way to remove usernames from your account history. The only option is to make your profile private so other players cannot see the list. Your old usernames will always exist in your account records.
Will my friends still be able to find me if I change my username?
Yes. Your friends can find you by your new username, and if they have you added as a friend, they can see your updated name in their friends list. Changing your username does not remove you from anyone's friends list or affect your ability to play together.
How much does it cost to change my username?
The first username change costs 1,000 Robux. Every change after that also costs 1,000 Robux, but you must wait 7 days between changes. If you try to change your username before 7 days have passed, the system will not let you and will tell you when you can change it again.
If I make my profile private, can my friends still see my username history?
If you set your profile to Private, nobody can see your profile or username history, including your friends. If you want your friends to see your profile but hide it from strangers, choose Friends Only instead. Then only people on your friends list can view your profile details.
What if someone is using one of my old usernames now?
If enough time has passed since you changed your username, Roblox may have released the old name back into the pool of available usernames. Another player could have claimed it. You cannot reclaim an old username once another player has taken it. If you want that name back, you would need to contact Roblox support, though they typically do not reassign usernames.