Change Your Username in Opera GX Settings

To change your username on Opera GX, you need to access your Opera account settings through the browser itself. Opera GX does not let you change your username directly within the app — you change it in the account that the browser is tied to. The process takes about two minutes and requires you to know your current password.

Open Opera GX and look for the red circular icon in the top-left corner (or top-right on some versions). Click it to open the sidebar menu. From there, select "Settings" at the bottom of the menu. You will land on the Settings page inside the browser.

Key Takeaways

  • Your Opera GX username is part of your Opera account, not a separate browser setting, so you change it through account settings rather than browser preferences.
  • You must be signed into Opera GX with your account before you can change the username — if you are not signed in, you will see a "Sign in" button instead of account options.
  • The username change takes effect when ready across all devices where you use that Opera account.
  • You will need your current password to confirm the username change for security reasons.

Sign Into Your Opera Account if You Are Not Already

If you have not signed into Opera GX yet, you cannot change your username. Look at the top-right corner of the browser window — if you see a profile icon or your username, you are signed in. If you see a "Sign in" button, click it.

A login window will open. Enter the email address or username you use for your Opera account, then your password. Click "Sign in". Once you are logged in, the profile icon will appear in the top-right corner, and you can proceed to the settings.

Navigate to Your Account Settings

After you are signed in, click the profile icon in the top-right corner of the Opera GX window. A dropdown menu will appear with several options. Look for "Account settings" or "My account" — the exact wording depends on your version of Opera GX, but it will be the option that takes you to your account page.

Click that option. Your browser will open a new tab showing your Opera account dashboard. This is where you manage everything tied to your account, including your username, password, and synced data across devices.

Find and Edit Your Username

On the account dashboard, look for a section labeled "Profile" or "Account information" on the left side of the page. Click it. You will see fields for your name, email, and username. The username field is the one you need to change.

Click in the username field and delete the current username. Type your new username. Opera will check in real time whether the username is available — if it is taken, you will see a red message telling you so. Choose a username that has not been claimed by another Opera user.

Confirm Your Password and Save the Change

After you enter a new username that is available, you will see a prompt asking you to enter your current password. This is a security step — Opera requires you to prove you own the account before making changes to it. Type your password in the field provided.

Click the "Save" or "Update" button (the exact label varies by version). Opera will process the change. You should see a confirmation message saying your username has been updated. The new username takes effect when ready and will show on all devices where you are signed into that Opera account.

Verify the Change Across Your Devices

If you use Opera GX on more than one device — a laptop and a phone, for example — the username change syncs automatically because it is tied to your account, not to any single device. You do not need to do anything on the other devices.

To confirm the change took effect, click your profile icon again on any device. The dropdown menu should now show your new username. If you see the old username on another device, sign out and sign back in to force the sync.

What to Do if You Forget Your Password

If you need to change your username but cannot remember your password, you cannot complete the change through the normal route — Opera requires the password as a security check. Instead, go to the Opera account login page and click "Forgot password?" Enter the email address tied to your account. Opera will send you a password reset link.

Check your email (including spam folders) for the reset link. Click it and create a new password. Once you have set a new password, return to Opera GX, sign in with the new password, and follow the steps above to change your username.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my username to one I used before?

Yes, if that old username is no longer in use by anyone. Opera treats old usernames as available once they have been inactive for a period of time. Try entering your old username in the field — if it is available, Opera will let you use it.

Will changing my username affect my bookmarks or saved passwords?

No. Your bookmarks, passwords, history, and all other synced data remain exactly the same. The username is only the name other people see if your profile is public, and the name you use to sign into Opera. Everything else stays with your account.

How long does it take for the new username to show everywhere?

The change is when ready on the account side. If you are signed into Opera GX on multiple devices, the new username will show on all of them within a few seconds. If it does not appear right away, refresh the page or sign out and sign back in.

What if the username I want is already taken?

Opera will tell you when ready that the username is unavailable. You will need to choose a different username. Try adding numbers, underscores, or hyphens to your preferred name — for example, if "jane" is taken, try "jane_2024" or "jane-design".

Do I need to change my password when I change my username?

No. Your password and username are separate. Changing one does not affect the other. You only need to enter your current password to confirm you own the account — you do not need to create a new one unless you want to.