Where to Find the Username Change Option

In Dragon City, you change your username through the game's settings menu, not through a web browser or account page. Open the game on your device, tap the menu icon (usually three horizontal lines in a corner), and look for a settings or profile option. The exact location varies slightly between the mobile app and the Facebook version, but both have the setting in the same general area.

Once you are in settings, look for a section labeled "Account", "Profile", or "Player Info". This is where the username change button lives. You may need to scroll down to find it, as settings menus often group account options together below display and sound preferences.

Key Takeaways

  • Username changes happen inside the Dragon City game menu under settings or account, not on a website.
  • You can change your username once for free, and additional changes cost in-game currency or real money depending on your version.
  • The new username takes effect when ready, but other players may still see your old name briefly if they have not refreshed their game.
  • If you are playing through Facebook, your Dragon City username is separate from your Facebook name and changing one does not change the other.

The First Change Is Free, Then It Costs

Dragon City allows one free username change. After that, you will need to spend in-game currency (usually gems or gold) or real money to change it again. The cost varies depending on which version of the game you are playing and whether you are on mobile or Facebook.

Before you make your first change, think through the name you want. You cannot undo a change once you confirm it, so take a moment to check for typos or spelling. The name you enter is final as soon as you tap the confirmation button.

What Happens When You Enter a New Name

When you submit a new username, the game checks it against a list of banned words and reserved names. If your chosen name contains profanity, slurs, or names of famous people, the game will reject it and ask you to try again. Keep the name straightforward and avoid special characters — most games only accept letters, numbers, and underscores.

Once the game accepts your new name, it becomes active when ready in your own game view. However, other players in your friend list or in co-op battles may still see your old username for a few hours or until they close and reopen the game. This is normal and happens because their game client has not refreshed yet.

If You Play on Multiple Devices

If you play Dragon City on both a phone and a tablet, or on a phone and through Facebook, make sure you are logged into the same account on both devices. Your username change will sync across all devices where you use that account, but only if they are connected to the same game profile.

To check which account you are using, go to settings and look for a "Log Out" or "Account" option. If you see your email address or a linked social media account, that is the profile your username change will explore to. If you log in with a different account on another device, that device will have a separate username.

Changing Your Name Back or Trying Again

If you change your username and when ready regret it, you can change it again, but you will pay the cost for a second change. There is no undo button or grace period — the change is permanent as soon as you confirm it. Some players keep a note of usernames they want to try before they spend currency on a change.

If the game rejected your chosen name, read the rejection message carefully. It usually tells you why — often because the name is too similar to one already in use, contains banned words, or uses characters the game does not accept. Try a variation: add a number, use an underscore, or shorten the name.

Troubleshooting When the Change Does Not Appear

If you changed your username but it still shows the old name in your game, close the app completely and reopen it. A full restart of the game forces it to reload your profile from the server. On mobile, swipe the app away from your recent apps list rather than just pressing the home button.

If the old name persists after a restart, check that you are logged into the correct account. Go to settings and confirm your email or linked account matches the one you intended to change. If you have multiple Dragon City accounts, it is straightforward to change the username on the wrong one by mistake.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Yes, but you will pay the cost for a second change. Dragon City does not reserve old usernames, so if no one else has claimed it, you can use it again. However, the game treats it as a new change, not an undo, so you will spend currency or money.

Does changing my Dragon City username change my Facebook name?

No. Your Dragon City username and your Facebook name are completely separate. Changing one has no effect on the other. If you play through Facebook, your friends see your Facebook name in the game, but you can still have a different Dragon City username that appears in your profile.

What if someone else already has the username I want?

The game will reject it and tell you the name is taken. Try adding numbers to the end, using an underscore, or choosing a different name altogether. Usernames are not case-sensitive, so "DragonMaster" and "dragonmaster" are treated as the same name.

How long does it take for my new username to show up for other players?

It appears when ready in your own game, but other players may see your old name for a few hours until their game refreshes. If a friend is in the middle of a co-op battle with you, they might see the old name until they restart the game. This is not a problem — it syncs on its own.

Can I change my username if I have not finished the tutorial?

Yes. The username change option is available from the start of the game. You do not need to reach a certain level or complete any quests to access settings and change your name.