You can change your Crunchyroll username through your account settings on any device

Log into Crunchyroll on a web browser, phone, or tablet. Go to your account menu (usually a profile icon in the top right corner), select Account Settings, then find the Profile or Username section. Type your new username, check that it is not already taken, and save the change. The new username takes effect when ready across all your devices.

The process is the same whether you use the Crunchyroll website, the mobile app for iOS or Android, or a streaming device like Roku or Fire TV — though some devices make it easier to start on the website instead. Your password, email, and subscription status do not change when you update your username.

Key Takeaways

  • You can change your username from any device by going to Account Settings and selecting the Profile or Username option.
  • Crunchyroll checks in real time whether a username is available, so you will know when ready if your choice is taken.
  • The new username appears on your profile and in your watch history right away, but may take a few minutes to show in comments or forum posts.
  • You can change your username as often as you want, with no cooldown period between changes.

Step-by-step on the Crunchyroll website

Open Crunchyroll.com in a web browser and sign in with your email and password. Click the profile icon in the top right corner of the page — it usually shows your current username or a generic avatar. A dropdown menu will appear with several options.

Select "Account" or "Account Settings" from that menu. You will land on a page showing your email, subscription plan, and payment method. Look for a section labeled "Profile," "Username," or "Display Name" — the exact label varies depending on when your account was created, but it is always near the top of the settings page. Click the pencil icon or "Edit" button next to your current username.

Type your new username into the text field. Crunchyroll will show you a green checkmark if the name is available or a red X if it is already taken. Once you see the green checkmark, click "Save" or "Confirm." Your username changes when ready.

Changing your username on the Crunchyroll mobile app

Open the Crunchyroll app on your phone or tablet and tap the profile icon at the bottom right of the screen. This takes you to your profile page. Tap "Account Settings" or the gear icon, then scroll down until you see "Profile" or "Username."

Tap the edit button next to your username, type the new one, and wait for Crunchyroll to confirm it is available. Tap "Save" when you see the green checkmark. On some Android devices, the menu structure is slightly different — if you do not see Account Settings in the profile menu, try tapping the three horizontal lines (hamburger menu) at the top left and looking for Settings there instead.

What happens to your old username

Your old username becomes available for someone else to use when ready after you change it. Crunchyroll does not hold it in reserve or allow you to reclaim it later. If you think you might want to use the old name again, write it down before you change it.

Any watch history, ratings, or lists you created under your old username stay attached to your account. Other users cannot see your old username unless you told them what it was — it does not appear in your profile history or anywhere else on the site.

Usernames that Crunchyroll will not allow

Crunchyroll blocks usernames that are already taken, but it also rejects some names for other reasons. The site does not allow usernames with certain words, usernames that look like they are impersonating staff or popular creators, or usernames that are only numbers. Most usernames with letters, numbers, and underscores work fine.

If your chosen username is rejected and you are not sure why, try adding an underscore or number to it. If Crunchyroll still rejects it without saying the name is taken, the word itself may be on the blocked list. Pick a different word and try again.

Changing your username on streaming devices

If you watch Crunchyroll on Roku, Fire TV, Apple TV, or PlayStation, you can change your username through the app, but the website is usually faster. Open the Crunchyroll app on your streaming device, go to your profile, and look for Account Settings. The menu structure varies by device — on Roku, for example, you navigate with the remote arrow buttons and select with the OK button.

If you cannot find the username option on your streaming device, sign into Crunchyroll.com on a computer or phone instead, make the change there, and it will sync to your streaming device within a few minutes. You do not need to sign out and back in.

Troubleshooting: username change did not save

If you clicked Save but your username did not change, first check that you actually saw a green checkmark before saving. If the checkmark was red, the name was taken and Crunchyroll rejected the change without telling you clearly. Try a different username.

If you saw the green checkmark but the change still did not save, sign out of Crunchyroll completely and sign back in. Sometimes the page does not refresh properly. If the problem continues, try changing your username on the website instead of the app, or use a different web browser. Clear your browser cache if you have tried multiple times and the old username keeps appearing.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my username back to what it was before?

No. Once you change your username, the old one is released and anyone can claim it. If you want to use an old username again, you would have to hope it is still available and claim it yourself. Write down any username you think you might want to use in the future before you change it.

How long does it take for my new username to show everywhere?

Your username changes when ready on your profile and in your watch history. It may take a few minutes to update in comments, forum posts, or other places where your name appears. If it still shows your old name after 10 minutes, sign out and back in.

Does changing my username affect my subscription or watch history?

No. Your subscription, payment method, watch history, ratings, and saved shows all stay exactly the same. Only your display name changes. You do not need to sign in again or do anything else.

What if someone else took the username I want?

You cannot claim a username that is already in use. Try adding a number, underscore, or different spelling. If the name you want is taken by an inactive account, Crunchyroll does not have a process to reclaim it — you will need to choose a different name.

Can I use special characters or spaces in my username?

Crunchyroll allows letters, numbers, and underscores. Spaces, hyphens, periods, and most other special characters are not allowed. Stick to alphanumeric characters and underscores for the best chance of your username being accepted.