Change your Paladins username through the Hi-Rez account settings

To change your Paladins username, you log into your Hi-Rez account on their website, go to your account settings, and use the username change option there. The process takes a few minutes and the new name appears in-game when ready. You can change your username once every 30 days, and the old name becomes available for other players to use after a short delay.

Paladins is made by Hi-Rez Studios, and your account controls everything across their games — so changing your username in one place changes it everywhere you play their titles. This is different from some games where you change your name inside the game client itself.

Key Takeaways

  • Log into your Hi-Rez account at hirezstudios.com, not inside the Paladins game client, to change your username.
  • You can change your username once every 30 days, and the change takes effect when ready in-game.
  • Your old username becomes available for other players after a waiting period, so you cannot reserve it.
  • If you play other Hi-Rez games like Smite or Realm Royale, changing your username affects all of them at once.

Step-by-step: changing your username on the Hi-Rez website

Start by going to hirezstudios.com in your web browser. Click the sign-in button at the top right of the page and enter the email address and password for your Hi-Rez account — this is the same account you use to log into Paladins.

Once you are signed in, look for your account menu, usually shown as your current username or a profile icon in the top right corner. Click it and select "Account Settings" or "Profile Settings" from the dropdown menu. Find the section labeled "Username" or "Change Username" — it is typically near the top of the settings page alongside your email address.

Click the edit or change button next to your current username. Type your new username into the text field. Hi-Rez will tell you when ready if the name is already taken or contains characters they do not allow. Once you see a confirmation that the name is available, click save or confirm. Your new username is now active in Paladins and all other Hi-Rez games you play.

What usernames Hi-Rez allows and blocks

Hi-Rez blocks usernames that contain profanity, slurs, or references to hate groups. They also do not allow names that impersonate Hi-Rez staff members or famous players — so you cannot use "HiRezChris" or "ProfessionalPlayer" if those are real account names. Usernames must be between 3 and 16 characters long.

Special characters like spaces, hyphens, and underscores are allowed in most cases, but the exact rules can change. If the system rejects your chosen name, try removing special characters or shortening it. The error message usually tells you what the problem is — for example, "Username contains profanity" or "Username already taken."

The 30-day waiting period between changes

After you change your username, you must wait 30 days before you can change it again. This limit applies to your entire Hi-Rez account, so if you change your name in Paladins, you cannot when ready change it again in Smite or any other Hi-Rez game. The timer resets from the moment you confirm the change, not from when you first tried to change it.

If you make a mistake with your new username, you have to wait the full 30 days before you can fix it. For this reason, test your chosen name carefully before you confirm — make sure it is spelled the way you want it and that you are happy with how it looks in chat and on your profile.

What happens to your old username

When you change your username, your old name does not stay reserved for you. After a waiting period of a few days to a week, another player can claim that username. This means if you change from "JohnSmith" to "JSmith" and then decide you want "JohnSmith" back, someone else may have already taken it.

Your account history, rank, cosmetics, and battle pass progress all stay with you — only the display name changes. Friends who had you added will still see you in their friends list, though your name will update to the new one.

If you cannot find the username change option

The account settings page layout can vary depending on whether you are on a computer or phone, and Hi-Rez occasionally updates their website. If you cannot find the username option, try logging out completely and logging back in — sometimes the page needs a fresh load to show all options.

If the option is still missing, check whether your account is linked to a console (PlayStation, Xbox, or Nintendo Switch). Console-linked accounts sometimes have different restrictions, and you may need to change your username through the console's own account settings instead of through Hi-Rez. You can see which platforms your account is linked to in the "Connected Accounts" section of your Hi-Rez settings.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my username if I have not played in a long time?

Yes. As long as your Hi-Rez account still exists and you can log in, you can change your username regardless of how long it has been since you last played. You do not need to own any cosmetics, reach a certain rank, or meet any other requirement.

Will my friends still see me after I change my username?

Yes. Your friends list connection stays the same — your friends will straightforward see your new username next to your account. You do not need to re-add anyone or send new friend requests.

Can I change my username more than once every 30 days if I pay money?

No. The 30-day limit applies to all accounts, regardless of whether you have spent money on cosmetics or battle passes. Hi-Rez does not offer a way to bypass this waiting period.

What if someone else takes my old username before I want it back?

Once another player claims your old username, you cannot get it back unless that player changes their name and releases it again. There is no way to reserve a username or put it on a waiting list.

Do I need to change my password after changing my username?

No. Changing your username does not affect your password or account security. Your login email and password stay the same.