You cannot hide old usernames, but you can limit who sees them
Roblox keeps a record of every username you have ever used on your account, and this history is visible to anyone who visits your profile. You cannot delete this list or make it private through account settings. However, you can control who can see your profile at all, which prevents most people from finding your username history in the first place.
The username history appears on your profile page under a section labeled "Previous Usernames" or similar, depending on how long you have owned the account. If you have changed your name multiple times, every single previous name shows there. This is permanent — Roblox does not offer a way to remove individual names from the list.
Key Takeaways
- Roblox stores your complete username history permanently and displays it on your profile to anyone who can view your profile.
- You cannot delete or hide specific usernames from your history through any account setting or privacy option.
- You can make your profile private so only friends can see it, which hides your username history from strangers.
- Creating a new account is the only way to start with no username history, but your old account's history remains visible.
- Blocking users prevents them from viewing your profile, but does not hide your username history from people who are not blocked.
Restricting who can view your profile
The most practical step is to change your profile visibility settings so that only your friends can see your profile page. This prevents strangers from clicking on your name and discovering your past usernames. To do this, go to your account settings, find the Privacy tab, and look for the option that controls who can view your profile.
Set this to "Friends Only" or the equivalent option in your region. Once you do this, anyone who is not on your friends list will see a message saying they cannot view your profile, rather than seeing your username history. People you have blocked cannot see your profile either, but blocking someone does not hide your history from the rest of the internet — only from that specific person.
Keep in mind that changing this setting does not erase your username history from Roblox's servers or from people who already saw it. It only prevents new people from discovering it going forward.
Understanding why Roblox keeps username history
Roblox displays your username history so that other players can recognize you if you change your name. If someone knew you as "OldPlayerName" and you switched to "NewPlayerName," they can see the connection on your profile and know it is the same person. This is meant to prevent confusion and help the community track accounts.
From a safety perspective, Roblox also uses this record internally to detect ban evasion — if an account is banned and the player creates a new account with a different name, Roblox can see patterns in the username history and other account data to identify the same person trying to return. This is why the history cannot be deleted: it serves a moderation purpose.
What happens if you create a new account
If you start a brand-new Roblox account with a fresh username, that new account will have no username history at first. However, your old account and its complete history will still exist and remain visible to anyone who finds it. Creating a new account does not erase or hide your old one.
If you want to move away from your old account entirely, you would need to stop using it and direct people to your new account instead. Your old account's username history will stay on that profile indefinitely. This approach only works if you are willing to abandon your old account and start over with no games, items, or progress.
Why third-party tools cannot help
You may find websites or tools claiming they can hide your Roblox username history or delete your profile data. These do not work. Roblox does not allow third-party applications to modify your account or profile in this way, and using such tools violates Roblox's terms of service. Attempting to use them can result in your account being suspended or banned.
The only settings you can change are those built into Roblox itself — privacy controls, who can message you, who can see your profile, and similar options. Anything beyond that requires Roblox to make the change, and they have not built in a feature to hide or delete username history.
Contacting Roblox support about your history
If you have a specific reason for wanting your username history removed — such as a safety concern or a mistake in your account history — you can contact Roblox support directly through their help center. Explain your situation clearly and provide details about which usernames concern you and why.
Roblox support cannot delete your username history as a routine request, but they may be able to help in unusual circumstances. For example, if your account was compromised and someone else changed your name multiple times, support might be able to review the history and take action. It is worth reaching out if you believe there is a legitimate problem with your account.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I see other players' username histories?
Yes, if their profile is set to public or if you are their friend. Visit their profile page and look for the section showing previous usernames. If their profile is private, you will not be able to see their history.
Does changing my username delete the old one from my history?
No. When you change your username, your old name is added to your history list. The old name stays there permanently. You can change your name as many times as you want, but every name you have ever used will appear in your history.
Will my username history disappear if I delete my account?
Roblox does not allow you to fully delete your account. You can deactivate it, which makes it inactive, but the account and its username history remain in Roblox's system and can still be viewed by others.
Can I ask Roblox to remove a specific username from my history?
Roblox does not remove individual usernames from your history under normal circumstances. If you believe there is a security issue or your account was compromised, contact Roblox support and explain the situation. They will review it, but removal is not may provide.