Change your Clash Royale name through the in-game settings menu

To change your name in Clash Royale, open the game and tap the settings icon (a gear symbol) in the top right corner of the main screen. From there, select your profile or account information, find the name field, and enter your new name. The game allows you to change your name once every 30 days, and you can use up to 16 characters including letters, numbers, and some special characters.

The name change takes effect when ready after you confirm it. Other players will see your new name in battles, on the leaderboard, and in your clan profile. If you are in a clan, your clanmates will also see the updated name the next time they refresh their clan roster.

Key Takeaways

  • You can change your Clash Royale name once every 30 days through the in-game settings menu.
  • Your new name appears when ready to all other players across battles, leaderboards, and clan rosters.
  • Names can be up to 16 characters long and may include letters, numbers, and certain special characters.
  • If you change your name and then want to change it again, you must wait 30 days from the date of your last change.

Where to find the name change option

The settings icon appears in the top right corner of your main Clash Royale screen, next to the shop and battle buttons. Tap it to open the settings menu. Look for a section labeled "Account," "Profile," or "Player Info"—the exact label depends on your device and the current version of the game.

Once you are in the account section, you should see a field showing your current name. Tap on that field to edit it. A text box will appear where you can delete your old name and type in a new one. After you enter your new name, look for a "Save," "Confirm," or "explore" button to complete the change.

The 30-day waiting period between name changes

Clash Royale enforces a 30-day cooldown between name changes to prevent players from constantly switching names and confusing their opponents or clanmates. This timer starts from the moment you confirm your most recent name change, not from when you first tried to change it.

If you attempt to change your name before 30 days have passed, the game will show you a message telling you how many days remain before you can change it again. There is no way to bypass this timer, even if you spend gems or other in-game currency.

What characters and symbols you can use

Clash Royale allows letters (both uppercase and lowercase), numbers, and a limited set of special characters in player names. Spaces are permitted, and the game will accept most punctuation marks including hyphens, underscores, and periods. However, some symbols—particularly those used in coding or that could be confused with letters—are blocked.

If you try to use a character that is not allowed, the game will prevent you from saving the name and may highlight the problematic character. The 16-character limit includes spaces and special characters, so a name like "Player-123_Pro" uses 13 of your available characters.

How your name appears to other players

Once you change your name, every player in Clash Royale will see the new name when ready. In ladder matches and tournaments, opponents will see your updated name on the battle screen. In your clan, all members will see the new name in the roster, in chat, and on any replays you have saved.

If you are on a leaderboard (local, regional, or global), your name will update there as well. Players who have you added as a friend will also see your new name in their friends list. There is no way to hide a name change or to revert to a previous name without waiting for the 30-day cooldown and changing it again.

Troubleshooting if your name change does not save

If you enter a new name but the game does not save it, first check that you are using only allowed characters and that your name is no longer than 16 characters. If both of those are correct, try closing the game completely and reopening it, then returning to the settings menu to attempt the change again.

If the problem persists, make sure your game is fully updated. Open your device's app store (Google Play for Android, the App Store for iOS) and check for any pending Clash Royale updates. An outdated version of the game can sometimes cause settings to malfunction. After updating, restart the game and try changing your name once more.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my name more than once every 30 days?

No. Clash Royale enforces a strict 30-day cooldown between name changes. The timer resets each time you confirm a new name, and there is no way to shorten it or change your name twice in a shorter period.

What happens to my old name after I change it?

Your old name is released and becomes available for other players to use. If you want to use that name again in the future, you would have to wait 30 days after your current name change, then change to a different name, wait another 30 days, and then change back—a process that takes at least 60 days.

Does changing my name affect my trophies or card levels?

No. Your name is purely cosmetic. Changing it does not alter your trophy count, your card collection, your deck, your clan membership, or any other game progress. All your data stays exactly the same.

Can I use the same name as another player?

Yes. Clash Royale allows multiple players to have identical names. The game distinguishes between players using a unique player ID number, not the name. Two players with the same name can exist on the same leaderboard or in the same clan.

What if I forget to change my name before the 30 days pass?

There is no penalty for not changing your name. The 30-day timer only prevents you from changing it again—it does not expire or disappear. You can change your name whenever you want after 30 days have passed, even if months or years go by.