Change your Kick display name in settings

To change the name that appears on your Kick account, open the Kick app or website and go to your account settings. Look for a profile or account section — the exact location depends on whether you're on mobile or desktop, but it's always in the menu tied to your username or avatar. Once you find the profile settings, you'll see a field for your display name (sometimes called username or channel name). Edit that field to whatever name you want, then save the change. The new name takes effect when ready.

Your display name is what other users see when you chat, stream, or interact on the platform. It's separate from your login email, which you use to sign into your account. Changing your display name does not affect your login credentials or any of your account history.

Kick does not charge a fee to change your display name, and you can change it as often as you want. There are no limits on how many times you can do this, though the platform does have rules about what names are allowed — you cannot use names that impersonate other users, contain hate speech, or violate Kick's community guidelines.

Key Takeaways

  • Your display name is the name other users see and is changed through your account settings, not your login email.
  • The change takes effect when ready once you save it in your profile settings.
  • Changing your display name does not affect your account history, followers, or any content you've created.
  • Kick allows you to change your display name as many times as you want at no cost, as long as the new name follows community guidelines.
  • If your chosen name is already taken or violates platform rules, Kick will tell you and you'll need to pick a different one.

Where to find the display name setting on mobile

On the Kick mobile app, tap the menu icon (usually three horizontal lines) in the bottom right or top left corner of the screen. From there, select your profile or account settings. You should see an option to edit your profile — tap that, and you'll find the display name field. Type in your new name and tap save or confirm.

If you're having trouble finding the settings menu, look for your avatar or username at the top of the app. Tapping that directly often takes you to your profile page, where you can edit your display name from there as well.

Where to find the display name setting on desktop

On the Kick website, click on your avatar or username in the top right corner of the page. A dropdown menu will appear with options including profile, settings, or account. Click on whichever option leads to your profile or account settings. Look for an edit profile button or a pencil icon next to your name. Click that to open the edit screen, change your display name in the text field, and click save.

Some accounts may have the settings option directly in the dropdown menu. If you don't see a profile or settings option, try clicking on your username itself — that often takes you to your public profile page, where you can find an edit button.

What happens to your old name after you change it

Once you change your display name, your old name is released and becomes available for other users to claim. This means someone else could potentially take your previous name if they want it. If you think you might want to use that old name again in the future, you should know that you may not be able to get it back.

Your followers, subscribers, and chat history remain attached to your account regardless of what name you use. People who follow you will still see your new name, and they won't lose access to your channel or content just because you changed it.

Names that Kick will not allow

Kick's community guidelines prohibit display names that impersonate real people, celebrities, or other streamers. You also cannot use names that contain slurs, hate speech, or sexually explicit language. Names that are designed to confuse users or trick them into thinking you're someone you're not will be rejected or removed.

If you try to change your name to something that violates these rules, Kick will show you an error message and won't let you save the change. You'll need to pick a different name that follows the guidelines. If your account has been flagged for repeated violations, Kick may restrict your ability to change your name until the issue is resolved.

Troubleshooting a name change that won't save

If you've tried to change your display name but the change didn't save, first check that the name you chose doesn't violate Kick's community guidelines. Names with special characters, numbers, or spaces sometimes cause issues — try using only letters and numbers if your first attempt failed.

If the name itself seems fine but still won't save, try logging out of your account completely and logging back in. Sometimes a browser cache or app glitch prevents the change from going through. If you're on mobile, try closing the app entirely and reopening it. If you're on desktop, try a different browser or clear your browser cache.

If the problem persists after trying these steps, contact Kick support through the help section of your account settings. Provide them with the name you're trying to change to and a description of the error message you're seeing. Support can tell you whether the name is blocked for a specific reason or whether there's a technical issue with your account.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my display name back to my old one?

You can change your name to anything you want, but if someone else has claimed your old name in the meantime, you won't be able to use it again. Kick doesn't reserve old names for previous users, so the sooner you decide you want your old name back, the better your chances of getting it.

Does changing my display name affect my login email or password?

No. Your display name and your login credentials are completely separate. Changing your display name does not change your email, password, or any security settings on your account. You'll still log in with the same email and password you've always used.

Will my followers see that I changed my name?

Your followers will see your new name the next time they visit your channel or see you in chat. Kick doesn't send a notification about name changes, so some followers might not notice right away. If you want to let people know about the change, you can mention it in your channel or on social media.

How long does it take for a name change to show up everywhere?

The change takes effect when ready in your account settings, but it may take a few minutes to show up everywhere on the platform — in chat, on your channel page, in search results, and in other users' follower lists. If it hasn't updated after 10 minutes, try refreshing the page or restarting the app.

Can I use spaces or special characters in my display name?

Kick's rules on special characters and spaces vary, and the platform will tell you if your chosen name contains characters that aren't allowed. Most display names work best with letters, numbers, and underscores. If you want to include spaces, try using an underscore instead — for example, "my_name" instead of "my name".