Where to find the username setting in GeoGuessr

To change your GeoGuessr username, log into your account on the GeoGuessr website, then go to your profile settings. Click the menu icon (three horizontal lines) in the top right corner, select "Settings," and look for the "Profile" or "Account" tab. Your current username appears in a field labeled "Username" — this is where you make the change.

If you are playing on the mobile app instead of the website, the path is slightly different. Open the app, tap your profile icon at the bottom right, then tap "Settings" and find "Profile Information." The username field works the same way as on the website.

Key Takeaways

  • Log into GeoGuessr on the website or app and navigate to Settings, then Profile or Account.
  • Type your new username into the username field and save the change — GeoGuessr does not charge a fee for this.
  • Your new username takes effect when ready, but other players may still see your old name in leaderboards or past games for a few hours.
  • You can change your username as often as you want, but GeoGuessr may limit how frequently you can do this if you change it many times in a short period.

What names GeoGuessr will and will not accept

GeoGuessr has rules about what usernames are allowed. You cannot use a name that is already taken by another player, contains offensive language, impersonates a real person or public figure, or includes certain special characters. Stick to letters, numbers, underscores, and hyphens — spaces and symbols like @ or # will not work.

Usernames are also case-insensitive, meaning GeoGuessr treats "JamesRodriguez" and "jamesrodriguez" as the same name. If you are trying to change your username and get an error message, the most common reason is that someone else already has that name or it contains a character GeoGuessr does not allow.

How long the change takes to show up everywhere

Your new username appears when ready in your profile and in new games you start. However, leaderboards, past game results, and other players' friend lists may show your old username for a few hours while GeoGuessr's servers update. This is normal and does not mean the change did not work.

If you are playing in a multiplayer game with friends, they may see your old name during that game even after you have changed it. Once the game ends and the leaderboard updates, your new name will show up.

Changing your username if you forgot your password

If you cannot log into your GeoGuessr account, you cannot change your username from within the app or website. Instead, go to the GeoGuessr login page and click "Forgot password?" Enter the email address connected to your account. GeoGuessr will send you a password reset link — click it, create a new password, and then log in normally to change your username.

If you no longer have access to the email address tied to your account, you will need to contact GeoGuessr support through their website. They can verify your identity and help you regain access.

Changing your username on a linked account

If you signed up for GeoGuessr using Google, Facebook, or another third-party account, you still change your GeoGuessr username the same way — through Settings and Profile. Your GeoGuessr username is separate from your Google or Facebook name, so changing one does not affect the other.

However, if you want to change the name that appears in your Google or Facebook profile, you have to do that in those services separately. GeoGuessr pulls your display name from those accounts only when you first sign up.

What happens to your old username after you change it

Once you change your username, your old name becomes available for another player to use. GeoGuessr does not hold old usernames or let you reclaim them later. If you think you might want to go back to your old name, consider choosing a new name you are confident about before you make the change.

Your game history, statistics, and rank stay with your account no matter what username you use. Changing your name does not reset your progress or erase your past games.

Troubleshooting a username change that did not work

If you entered a new username, clicked save, but the change did not take effect, first try logging out completely and logging back in. Sometimes the page does not refresh properly. If the old username still appears after you log back in, the problem is usually one of these: the username was already taken by someone else, it contains a character GeoGuessr does not allow, or it violates the content policy.

Try a different username with only letters, numbers, underscores, and hyphens. If you still get an error and the name seems acceptable, clear your browser cache and try again. If nothing works, contact GeoGuessr support and describe exactly what error message you see.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

No — once you change your username, the old one goes back into circulation and another player can claim it. If you want to use that name again, you would have to wait for the other player to change their username first, which you cannot control. Choose a new username you are happy with before you make the change.

How often can I change my username?

GeoGuessr does not publish a specific limit, but changing your username many times in a single day may trigger a temporary restriction. If you are locked out of changing it again, wait a few hours and try once more. One change every few days is never a problem.

Will my friends still see my old games if I change my username?

Yes — your game history stays with your account. Your friends can still see past games you played together, and your name will show as your new username in those old games once the leaderboards update.

What if someone else is using a username I want?

You cannot force another player to change their name. If the name is offensive or violates GeoGuessr's rules, you can report it through the app or website. Otherwise, you will need to choose a different username.