Change your PUBG name through the in-game settings or the official website

You can change your PUBG username in two ways: directly in the game client or through your account on the PUBG website. The in-game method is faster if you're already playing. The website method works if you're away from your console or PC. Both routes change the name across all platforms where you play — mobile, console, and PC — because they're tied to your single PUBG account.

Your first name change is free. After that, you'll need to spend in-game currency (BP or G-Coin, depending on your region and platform) to change it again. The cost varies by region and platform, so check the exact price before you confirm the change.

Key Takeaways

  • Your first PUBG name change costs nothing, but subsequent changes require in-game currency that you must purchase or earn.
  • You can change your name in-game through Settings, or on the PUBG website by logging into your account and visiting the profile section.
  • The name change takes effect when ready across all platforms where you play PUBG.
  • You cannot use special characters, spaces, or names that violate PUBG's code of conduct, so keep your new name straightforward and appropriate.
  • If your name change fails or doesn't appear, restart the game client or clear your browser cache before trying again.

Change your name in the game client

Open PUBG and go to the main menu. Select your profile icon or avatar in the top-left or top-right corner (the exact location depends on which version you're playing). This opens your profile screen.

Look for an option that says "Change Nickname" or "Edit Profile" — the wording varies slightly between PC, console, and mobile versions. Tap or click it. A text box will appear where you can type your new name. Enter the name you want, then confirm. If it's your first change, the system will process it when ready at no cost. If you've changed your name before, you'll be prompted to spend currency before the change goes through.

After you confirm, restart the game client completely. Close it entirely and reopen it. This ensures the name change syncs across all servers and appears to other players right away.

Change your name on the PUBG website

Go to the official PUBG website and log into your account using your email and password. Once you're logged in, navigate to your profile or account settings — this is usually found in a menu labeled "My Profile" or "Account" in the top navigation.

Find the section for your nickname or in-game name. Click "Edit" or "Change Nickname" next to it. Type your new name into the field and save the change. If it's your first change, it will be free. If you've changed before, you'll see the cost in your region's currency and be asked to confirm before the purchase goes through.

The change will take effect within a few minutes. You may need to log out of the website and back in to see it reflected in your account details. The next time you launch PUBG, your new name will appear in-game.

Rules for your new PUBG name

PUBG has specific rules about what names are allowed. Your new name cannot contain spaces, special characters (like @, #, $, or punctuation), or numbers at the start. It must be between 2 and 16 characters long. Names that include profanity, slurs, or references to real people's names are not allowed and will be rejected when you try to save them.

The system will tell you when ready if your chosen name breaks these rules — you'll see an error message and won't be able to proceed. If that happens, try a different name that uses only letters and numbers, with no spaces or symbols.

What to do if your name change doesn't work

If you've entered your new name and confirmed the change, but it's not showing up in-game, the issue is usually a sync delay or a cache problem. Close PUBG completely — don't just go to the main menu, fully exit the process. Then reopen it and check your profile again.

If you're changing your name on the website and it's not appearing in the game, clear your browser cache and cookies, then log out of the PUBG website entirely. Log back in and check your profile to confirm the change went through. Then launch the game.

If the change still hasn't appeared after 30 minutes, restart your device. In rare cases, PUBG servers can take up to an hour to sync a name change across all regions, especially during peak hours.

Understanding the cost of name changes after the first one

Your first name change is always free, no matter which platform you play on. Every change after that costs in-game currency. On PC and console, this is usually 1,800 G-Coin (the premium currency you buy with real money) or a large amount of BP (Battle Points, which you earn by playing). On mobile, the cost may differ.

The exact price depends on your region and which version of PUBG you're playing — PUBG: Battlegrounds (the free-to-play PC and console version), PUBG Mobile, or PUBG: New State. Check the cost in your region before you confirm the purchase, because you'll be charged when ready once you click the final confirmation button.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my name back to my old one?

Yes, but you'll have to pay the currency cost for a name change. Your old name is not reserved for you, so if someone else has taken it, you won't be able to use it again. If it's still available, you can change back to it by paying the same cost as any other name change.

Will my name change affect my rank or statistics?

No. Your rank, wins, kills, and all other statistics stay exactly the same. Only your display name changes. Other players will see your new name, but your account history and progress remain linked to your account.

How long does a name change take to show up?

Usually a few minutes. If you changed your name in-game, restart the game client to speed it up. If you changed it on the website, the change should appear the next time you log in. In rare cases during server maintenance, it can take up to an hour.

What if someone else already has the name I want?

PUBG allows multiple players to have the same nickname, so you can use a name even if someone else has it. Your unique identifier is your account ID, not your name. You'll be distinguished from other players with the same name by your account number.

Can I change my name on mobile if I play on PC?

Yes. Because your PUBG account is the same across all platforms, changing your name on mobile changes it everywhere you play — PC, console, and mobile. You only need to change it once, and it applies to your entire account.