Roblox charges 1,000 Robux to change your username, with no free changes after your initial account setup
When you first create a Roblox account, you get one free username choice. After that, each username change costs 1,000 Robux — the in-game currency you buy with real money. There are no exceptions, no monthly free changes, and no way around the fee. If you want to change your username again after paying once, you pay 1,000 Robux again.
The cost stays the same regardless of how long you have owned your account, what games you play, or how many times you have changed your name before. Roblox does not offer discounts for repeat changes or bundle deals. You pay per change, every time.
Key Takeaways
- Your first username is free when you create your account, but every change after that costs 1,000 Robux.
- 1,000 Robux typically costs between $10 and $12 USD depending on the package you buy, since Robux are sold in bundles with different per-unit prices.
- You cannot change your username back to a previous name you owned unless someone else has claimed it in the meantime and then released it.
- The fee applies whether you change your name once or ten times — Roblox does not reduce the cost for repeat changes.
- You can change your username as often as you want, but you must wait 30 days between changes.
How much Robux costs in real money
Roblox sells Robux in packages, and the price per Robux changes depending on which package you buy. A single 1,000 Robux costs roughly $10 to $12 USD when you buy the smallest bundle that includes it. Larger bundles offer slightly better rates — buying 10,000 Robux at once costs less per Robux than buying 1,000 Robux alone.
The exact USD price varies by country and payment method. If you use a gift card, the conversion depends on the card's value. If you use a credit card or PayPal, Roblox shows you the price in your local currency before you confirm the purchase. Check the Roblox website or app to see the current price in your region before you buy.
The 30-day waiting period between changes
Even if you have the Robux to pay, you cannot change your username more than once every 30 days. If you changed your name yesterday, you must wait 30 days from that change before you can change it again — and you will still pay 1,000 Robux for the next change.
This cooldown applies to every account, with no exceptions. The timer resets each time you make a change, so if you change your name on January 1st, you cannot change it again until February 1st at the earliest. Plan your username changes carefully, because changing your mind costs you another 1,000 Robux and another 30-day wait.
Why Roblox charges for username changes
Roblox uses the fee to prevent spam and account takeovers. If username changes were free, bad actors could hijack an account and when ready change the name to hide the theft. The cost makes that attack less attractive because it requires spending real money. The fee also discourages people from changing their names constantly just to annoy other players or evade moderation.
From a business perspective, Roblox also profits from the fee. Players who want to change their username must buy Robux, and many buy more than the minimum 1,000 needed. This generates revenue for the company while also serving a security purpose.
What happens to your old username after you change it
When you change your username, your old name becomes available for someone else to claim after a short delay. You cannot reserve it or claim it back unless the new owner releases it voluntarily. If you change from "Player123" to "NewName456", someone else can eventually take "Player123" — and if they do, you cannot get it back by paying the fee again.
This means if you are attached to your original username, changing it is permanent in a practical sense. You can change back to it only if no one else has claimed it in the meantime, which is unlikely for any name that was in use for a while.
Alternatives if you do not want to pay
If you want a different display name without paying to change your username, you can change your display name instead. Your display name is what other players see in games and on your profile, but your actual username stays the same. Display names are free to change and have no cooldown — you can update yours as often as you want.
The trade-off is that your username (the one used in URLs and for logging in) remains unchanged. Other players can still look up your account by your original username. If you only care how your name appears in games, a display name change solves that problem at no cost. If you need your actual username to change for privacy or security reasons, you will need to pay the 1,000 Robux fee.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I get a refund if I change my username and regret it?
No. Roblox does not refund Robux spent on username changes. Once you pay and confirm the change, the transaction is final. You can change your name again after 30 days by paying another 1,000 Robux, but you will not get the first payment back.
Do I have to buy Robux with real money, or can I earn them in games?
Most players must buy Robux with real money. Some games let you earn Robux, but only if you are a Roblox developer or a member of the Roblox Affiliate Program. Regular players cannot earn Robux by playing games. You can earn Robux by creating games or items that other players buy, but that requires setting up a developer account and building something people want.
What if someone else took my desired username before I could change to it?
Usernames are claimed on a first-come, first-served basis. If someone else changed their name to the username you wanted, you cannot take it from them. You would need to choose a different name or wait to see if they ever change their username and release it back into the pool.
Is there any way to change my username for free?
No. The only free username choice is the one you make when you first create your account. Every change after that costs 1,000 Robux. There are no promotions, no free passes, and no exceptions based on account age or status.