How to Change Your Name in PUBG Mobile and PC

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

You can change your PUBG name by opening the game, going to your profile settings, and selecting the rename option. On mobile, tap your character avatar in the top left, then select "Change Nickname". On PC, click your profile icon and choose "Change Name". The process takes a few seconds and costs either Battle Points (the free currency) or UC (paid currency), depending on how many times you have renamed before.

Your first name change is free. After that, each rename costs 6,000 Battle Points or 180 UC. If you do not have enough Battle Points, you will need to earn them through matches or purchase UC directly. The name change takes effect when ready once you confirm it in the menu.

Key Takeaways

Your first PUBG name change is free; subsequent changes cost 6,000 Battle Points or 180 UC each.
On mobile, tap your avatar in the top left corner and select "Change Nickname" from the profile menu.
On PC, click your profile icon in the main menu and choose the rename option from settings.
The new name appears when ready in your profile and to other players once you confirm the change.
Names cannot contain certain characters or offensive words; the game will reject invalid entries before you pay.

Steps to rename on PUBG Mobile

Open PUBG Mobile and look at the top left corner of the main screen. You will see your character avatar and username. Tap on your avatar to open your profile page. From there, scroll down until you find the "Change Nickname" button and tap it.

A text box will appear where you can type your new name. The game shows you how many characters you have left (names can be up to 20 characters). Once you enter the name you want, tap "Confirm". If you have not renamed before, the change is free and happens when ready. If you have renamed before, the game will ask you to pay 6,000 Battle Points or 180 UC before confirming.

After you confirm, your new name appears on your profile and in matches. Other players will see the updated name in the lobby and during gameplay. If you change your mind later, you can rename again using the same process, but you will pay the cost each time.

Steps to rename on PUBG PC

Launch PUBG on your computer and wait for the main menu to load. In the top right corner, you will see your profile icon and username. Click on your profile icon to open the profile menu. Look for "Settings" or "Profile Settings" and click it.

Inside settings, find the option labeled "Change Name" or "Rename". Click it to open the rename dialog. Type your new name in the text field (up to 20 characters). The game will show you the cost before you proceed — free for the first change, 6,000 Battle Points or 180 UC for any change after that. Click "Confirm" to complete the rename.

Your new name updates when ready in your profile and appears to other players in matches and the lobby. You can rename as many times as you want, but each change after the first one costs currency or Battle Points.

Name rules and what the game will reject

PUBG does not allow names with certain special characters, numbers in certain positions, or words the game flags as offensive. Common rejected characters include symbols like @, #, $, and %. The game also blocks names that are too similar to existing player names or that contain profanity or slurs.

If you try to confirm a name and it is rejected, the game shows you a message explaining why. The most common reason is that the name contains a forbidden character or is already taken by another player. Try removing special characters, spacing out letters differently, or adding numbers to the end of your desired name. The game will tell you if the new version is acceptable before you pay.

How to earn Battle Points for free renames

Battle Points are earned by playing matches in PUBG. You get them for surviving longer, getting kills, and finishing matches. The amount varies based on your performance and the match type. A typical match awards between 50 and 500 Battle Points depending on how well you played.

Since your first rename is free, you only need to earn Battle Points if you want to change your name again. Playing 10 to 20 matches at average performance usually gives you enough to cover a second rename. If you do not want to grind matches, you can purchase UC (the paid currency) directly through the in-game shop and use that instead.

What happens if you change your name frequently

There is no penalty for changing your name often, but each change after the first costs currency. If you rename every few days, the costs add up quickly. Many players rename once and keep the same name for months or years to avoid spending Battle Points or UC repeatedly.

Your rank, level, and match history stay the same when you rename. Other players will see your new name in future matches, but your old name does not appear in past match records. Friends on your list will see the updated name the next time they log in.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does changing my name affect my rank or stats?

No. Your rank, level, wins, kills, and all other statistics remain exactly the same when you rename. Only your display name changes. Friends and other players will see your new name, but your account history and progress are unaffected.

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

Yes. You can rename to any name you want, including a previous name, as long as it follows the game's naming rules and is not already taken by another player. Each rename costs the same amount (6,000 Battle Points or 180 UC after your first free change).

What if the name I want is already taken?

The game will tell you the name is unavailable before you pay. Try adding numbers, changing the spelling slightly, or using a different name entirely. You can test whether a name is available by typing it in the rename dialog — the game shows you when ready if it is taken.

Do I need to restart the game after changing my name?

No. Your new name appears when ready in your profile and in the next match you play. You do not need to restart the game, log out, or do anything else. Other players will see the updated name right away.

Can I change my name on mobile and have it update on PC?

Yes. PUBG uses the same account across mobile and PC. If you rename on mobile, the new name appears on your PC account when ready, and vice versa. You only get one free rename per account, not one per platform.

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