The fastest way to change your osu! username

You can change your osu! username once every 30 days through your account settings on the osu! website. Log in, go to Account Settings, select the Change Username option, enter your new name, and confirm the change. The new username takes effect when ready, though you may need to restart the osu! game client to see it reflected in-game.

osu! allows one free username change per month. If you want to change it again before 30 days have passed, you will need to purchase a name change token through the osu! store for around $8 USD (prices vary by region). The site shows you exactly when your next free change becomes available.

Key Takeaways

  • You get one free username change every 30 days by visiting Account Settings on the osu! website and selecting Change Username.
  • Your new username takes effect when ready, but you may need to restart the game client to see it update in-game.
  • If you need to change your username before 30 days have passed, you can purchase a name change token from the osu! store.
  • Your old username becomes available for other players to use once you change it, so choose carefully if you think you might want it back.

Where to find the username change option

Start by visiting the osu! website and logging into your account. Once you are logged in, click on your profile icon or avatar in the top right corner and select Account Settings from the dropdown menu.

In Account Settings, look for the section labeled Change Username — it is usually near the top of the page under your profile information. Click on it to open the change form. You will see a field showing your current username and a text box where you can enter your new one.

What usernames are allowed and what to avoid

osu! usernames can be 2 to 20 characters long and can include letters, numbers, spaces, hyphens, and underscores. The site will tell you when ready if your chosen name is already taken or contains characters that are not allowed. Usernames are not case-sensitive, so "PlayerOne" and "playerone" are treated as the same account.

Avoid usernames that impersonate staff members, contain slurs, or are designed to confuse other players. osu! moderators can force a username change if your name violates the community rules, and repeated violations can result in account restrictions. If you are unsure whether a name is appropriate, err on the side of something neutral and straightforward.

What happens to your old username

Once you change your username, your old one becomes available for any other player to claim. This means if you change from "OldName" to "NewName" and then decide you want "OldName" back, another player may have already taken it. Think carefully about your new username before confirming the change.

Your account history, rank, scores, and medals all stay with your account regardless of what username you use. Other players can still see your old usernames in your account history if they visit your profile, so the change is not a way to hide your past activity.

Using a name change token if you need to change again soon

If you want to change your username before your next free change becomes available, you can purchase a name change token from the osu! store. The token costs around $8 USD, though the exact price depends on your region and current exchange rates. You can buy as many tokens as you want, so there is no hard limit on how often you can change your name — only a cost.

To use a token, go to the osu! store, find the name change token in the shop, and complete the purchase. The token will appear in your account when ready, and you can then use it to change your username the same way you would use a free change. The token is consumed when you use it, so you will need to buy another one if you want to change again.

Troubleshooting: username not updating in-game

If you change your username on the website but it still shows your old name when you launch the game, close the osu! client completely and restart it. The game client caches your username locally, and restarting forces it to sync with the website.

If the old username persists after a restart, log out of the game client entirely, close it, and log back in. In rare cases, clearing the osu! cache folder (located in your osu! installation directory under the Cache folder) can resolve the issue, though this is usually not necessary. If your username still does not update after these steps, check the osu! support forums or contact support through the website.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Not automatically — once you change your username, the old one becomes available for other players to claim. If another player has taken it, you cannot use it again. If no one has claimed it yet, you can change back to it using your next free change or by purchasing a token.

What if the username I want is already taken?

The osu! website will tell you when ready that the name is unavailable. You will need to choose a different name. You can try variations like adding numbers, underscores, or hyphens to create a similar username that is still available.

Do I lose my rank or scores when I change my username?

No. Your account, rank, scores, medals, and all game progress stay exactly the same. Only the display name changes. Other players can still see your old usernames in your profile history.

How long does it take for the username change to show up?

The change takes effect when ready on the website. In-game, you may need to restart the osu! client to see the new username. If you are playing multiplayer, other players might see your old username briefly until they restart their clients too.

Can I change my username if I have been banned or restricted?

If your account is restricted or silenced, you can still change your username through Account Settings. However, if your account is fully banned, you will not be able to log in or access any account features. Contact osu! support if you believe your restriction was a mistake.