Change your Clash Royale name through the settings menu in the app

To change your player name in Clash Royale, open the app and tap the settings icon (a gear symbol) in the top right corner of the home screen. Scroll down until you see "Change Name" and tap it. Type your new name into the text box, then tap the confirm button. The change takes effect when ready, and your new name appears to other players in your clan and in battle.

You can change your name as often as you want, but Supercell (the company that makes Clash Royale) limits how frequently you can do it. After you change your name, you must wait a set period before changing it again. This waiting period resets each time you make a change, so plan your new name carefully if you change it often.

Your name can be up to 16 characters long and can include letters, numbers, and some special characters. Avoid names that violate Supercell's community guidelines — names with profanity, hate speech, or impersonation of famous people or other players will be flagged and may result in your account being restricted or banned.

Key Takeaways

  • Open Clash Royale, tap the settings gear icon, scroll to "Change Name," and type your new name to update it when ready.
  • You can change your name as many times as you want, but Supercell enforces a waiting period between changes.
  • Names must be 16 characters or fewer and cannot contain profanity, hate speech, or impersonation.
  • Your new name appears when ready to clan members, opponents, and friends in the game.
  • If your name is flagged for violating community guidelines, Supercell may restrict or ban your account.

Where to find the settings menu

The settings icon is always in the top right corner of your home screen in Clash Royale. It looks like a small gear or cog. Tap it once to open the settings panel.

Once the settings panel opens, you will see several options listed vertically. Scroll down slowly through the list — "Change Name" is not at the very top, so you may need to scroll past options like "Sound," "Notifications," and "Account" first. When you see "Change Name," tap it directly.

What happens after you change your name

Your new name updates across the entire game within seconds. Other players in your clan will see your new name in the clan roster and in chat. Opponents you face in ladder matches or tournaments will see your new name on the battle screen. Friends on your friends list will also see the updated name.

Your old name is not saved anywhere visible to other players. Once you change it, the previous name disappears from the game. If you want to use an old name again later, you can change back to it at any time, as long as no other player has claimed that name in the meantime.

Name change cooldown and restrictions

Supercell enforces a cooldown period between name changes. This means after you change your name, you cannot change it again when ready. The exact length of the cooldown varies — it may be 30 days, 60 days, or another period depending on your account history and Supercell's current policies. When you try to change your name while on cooldown, the game will tell you how many days remain before you can change it again.

If you have changed your name many times in a short period, Supercell may temporarily lock your name-change feature as a precaution against account abuse. This lock is usually temporary and lifts after a set time.

Names that violate community guidelines

Supercell's community guidelines prohibit names that contain profanity, slurs, hate speech, or sexually explicit language. Names that impersonate famous people, celebrities, or other well-known Clash Royale players are also not allowed. Names that encourage violence, illegal activity, or harassment of other players will be flagged.

If your name is reported by other players or detected by Supercell's automated systems, the company may force you to change it. You will receive a notification in the app telling you that your name violates the guidelines and that you must choose a new one. If you ignore this notice or repeatedly use names that violate the guidelines, your account may be suspended or permanently banned.

Character limits and special characters

Your player name can be up to 16 characters long. This includes letters, numbers, spaces, and some special characters like hyphens, underscores, and periods. Not all special characters are allowed — the game will reject your name if you try to use a character that is not permitted, and you will see an error message telling you to try again.

Spaces count toward your 16-character limit, so a name like "Clash King 2024" uses 15 characters. If you want a longer-sounding name, use underscores or hyphens instead of spaces to save characters.

Changing your name on different devices

If you play Clash Royale on multiple devices — such as a phone and a tablet — your account is linked through Supercell ID or Game Center (on iOS) or Google Play (on Android). When you change your name on one device, the change syncs to all other devices automatically. You do not need to change your name separately on each device.

Make sure your account is properly linked before changing your name. If your account is not linked and you change your name on one device, the change may not appear on another device. To link your account, go to settings, find "Account," and follow the prompts to connect your Supercell ID or platform account.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Yes, you can change your name back to a previous name at any time, as long as no other player has claimed that name. If someone else has taken your old name, you will not be able to use it again unless they change their name first.

What if I see an error message when I try to change my name?

Error messages usually mean your name contains a forbidden character, is too long, or violates community guidelines. Check that your name is 16 characters or fewer, uses only allowed characters, and does not contain profanity or hate speech. If the error persists, wait a few minutes and try again.

How long do I have to wait between name changes?

The cooldown period varies, but it is typically 30 to 60 days. When you try to change your name while on cooldown, the game displays exactly how many days remain. If you change your name very frequently, Supercell may increase the cooldown length temporarily.

Will my clan see my old name in chat history?

No. Once you change your name, your old name is removed from all chat messages and clan records. Your new name appears retroactively in place of your old name in all past messages.

Can I use emojis or symbols in my name?

Most emojis and special symbols are not allowed in Clash Royale names. Stick to letters, numbers, spaces, hyphens, underscores, and periods. If you try to use an emoji or unsupported symbol, the game will reject your name and ask you to try again.