You can change your Newgrounds username once every 30 days through your account settings
Newgrounds lets you change your username, but only once per month. The change takes effect when ready, and your old username becomes available for others to claim after a short waiting period. You do not need to contact support unless something goes wrong — the option is built into your account page.
The process takes about two minutes. You will need to be logged in, know your current password, and have a new username in mind that is not already taken. After you change it, your profile, posts, and comments all show your new name right away.
Key Takeaways
- You can change your username once every 30 days by going to Account Settings and selecting the username change option.
- Your new username takes effect when ready across your profile, all your submissions, and all your comments.
- You will need to enter your password to confirm the change, so have it ready before you start.
- If you change your mind within a few minutes, you can change it again, but you will have to wait another 30 days after that.
Step-by-step: changing your username on Newgrounds
Log into your Newgrounds account. Click on your profile icon or avatar in the top right corner of the page, then select "Account" from the dropdown menu.
On the Account page, look for the "Settings" tab or section. Scroll down until you see the username field. Next to it, there should be a "Change" button or link. Click it.
A dialog box will appear asking you to enter your new username and your current password. Type your new username in the first field. Make sure it follows Newgrounds' naming rules — no spaces, no special characters except underscores and hyphens, and between 3 and 20 characters long. Then enter your password in the second field to confirm the change.
Click "Confirm" or "Change Username". The page will refresh, and your new username will appear when ready. Your old username will be released after a waiting period, usually a few days.
What happens to your content and history
Everything you have posted — artwork, animations, audio, games, comments, and forum posts — will show your new username. There is no separate history showing your old name. If someone bookmarked your profile or saved a link to your work, those links will still work and will display your new username.
Your follower count, submission count, and all your stats stay the same. The change is purely cosmetic — it does not reset your account or affect your standing on the site.
Choosing a username that will not get rejected
Newgrounds rejects usernames that are already taken, contain spaces, or use characters other than letters, numbers, underscores, and hyphens. The system will tell you when ready if your choice is not available or breaks the rules.
Usernames that impersonate staff members, contain hate speech, or are otherwise against the site's terms of service will also be rejected. If you try a name and it is blocked, the system will explain why. Choose a different name and try again.
You can check whether a username is available before you commit to changing yours. On the Account Settings page, type the name you want into the username field and wait a moment — the system will show you whether it is taken without requiring you to confirm the change.
The 30-day waiting period between changes
After you change your username, you cannot change it again for 30 days. This limit applies whether you changed it on purpose or had to fix a typo. If you made a mistake, you will have to wait the full month before you can change it again.
The 30-day timer starts from the moment you confirm the change, not from when you click the button. If you change your username on January 15th at 3 p.m., you can change it again on February 15th at 3 p.m. or later.
What to do if the change does not go through
If you click "Confirm" and nothing happens, or if you get an error message, try refreshing the page and logging in again. Sometimes a browser cache issue or a temporary connection problem can block the change from saving.
If you see an error that says your password is wrong, make sure you are typing it correctly. Passwords are case-sensitive. If you have forgotten your password, use the "Forgot Password" link on the login page to reset it before you try to change your username.
If the change still does not work after you have refreshed and tried again, contact Newgrounds support through their help page. Include your current username, the username you tried to change to, and a description of the error you saw. Support usually responds within a few days.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I change my username more than once a month?
No. Newgrounds enforces a 30-day waiting period between username changes. If you change your mind shortly after changing your username, you will have to wait until the 30 days are up before you can change it again.
Will my old username be deleted or held for me?
Your old username is released and becomes available for other users to claim after a short waiting period. Newgrounds does not hold it for you, and you cannot reclaim it later. Choose your new username carefully.
Do I lose my account history or followers when I change my username?
No. Your followers, submissions, comments, messages, and all account data stay exactly the same. Only the name displayed changes. Anyone who follows you will see your new username on their feed.
What if someone else takes my old username after I change mine?
Once your old username is released, anyone can claim it. You cannot get it back. If this happens and you want it back, you would have to wait for that person to abandon the account, which could take years or never happen.
Can I use special characters or spaces in my new username?
No. Newgrounds usernames can only contain letters, numbers, underscores, and hyphens. Spaces and other special characters are not allowed. The system will reject your change if you try to use them.