Many individuals test Fortnite just to see what all the commotion is about because of its immense popularity.

They create an account, enter a ridiculous username, and begin playing without expecting anything from the game. 

If they desire to keep playing, they frequently regret the name they originally picked. Others just wish to alter a username that they no longer like. 

This guide will teach you how to update your Fortnite username on all platforms.

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How to Change Your Fortnite Name

1. On an Android Device

If you’re playing Fortnite on your mobile device, updating your username is a straightforward task. Because the game does not have its own website and instead relies on the Epic Games website for all of its settings, you will have to alter it there.

To do so, follow these steps:

STEP 1: Navigate to the Fortnite website using your preferred mobile browser. 

STEP 2: You may now sign in to your account if you haven’t already. If you are already logged in, proceed to Step 7. You may also sign in by touching the three lines symbol in the upper right corner of your screen. Click Sign in.

STEP 3: Tap the sign-in method icon of your choice.

STEP 4: Enter your username and password, then press the Log In Now button.

STEP 5: You will be sent to the main page after you have signed in. Tap the three lines symbol in the top right corner of the screen, then your username.

STEP 6:Tap Account from the selection that displays.

STEP 7: Scroll down to Account Settings. You will see that your display name is greyed out. Tap the edit button to the right of it. It is a blue pencil button.

STEP 8:Enter your selected username, then repeat it in the confirm display name textbox before tapping Confirm.

STEP 9: Your display name should be updated now. You can exit this screen and continue playing.

2. On an iPhone

Changing usernames on a mobile device is not platform-dependent because the change occurs on the Epic Games Accounts website rather than the app.

Follow the steps outlined above to alter your iPhone’s Fortnite username. They are the same thing. The only difference is that you use Safari rather than another web browser.

3. On an Xbox One

Console users’ display names are not associated with their Epic Games account. They are instead reliant on their console service providers. This implies that your Fortnite display name is linked to your Xbox Gamertag on Xbox One. 

It’s worth noting that updating your Xbox Gamertag affects all games, not just Fortnite. To do so, take the following steps:

STEP 1: Press and hold the Xbox button on your controller. 

STEP 2: Go to Profile & System, then choose your current Gamertag. 

STEP 3: Select My Profile. 

STEP 4: Click the Customise Profile button. 

STEP 5: In the Choose New Gamertag section, enter the new Gamertag you wish to use. Alternatively, you may select one of the suggested Gamertags. If you wish to see another set of suggested usernames, choose More ideas. 

STEP 6: Click the Check Availability button to determine if the Gamertag is already in use. If it is, select a different name or change it to make it unique. Confirm your option if it is not being used by anyone else. 

STEP 7: You can now leave the system’s screen. 

Using a browser to change your Gamertag 

STEP 1: Open your Microsoft Account in your web browser. 

STEP 2: Select your username. 

STEP 3: Scroll down and select Go to Xbox Profile. 

STEP 4: Select Customise Profile from the drop-down menu. 

STEP 5: To the right of your Gamertag, click the Change Gamertag symbol.

STEP 6: You may also go directly to the modify Gamertag screen by clicking on this link. 

STEP 7: Type in your new Gamertag and click Check Availability. If it isn’t, adjust it till it is. Alternatively, click Change Gamertag. 

STEP 8: You should now have a new Gamertag. 

The PlayStation 4, like the Xbox, uses the PSN Name as the game’s login. To change it in Fortnite, you must first change your PSN name. Remember that this affects all of your other PlayStation Network games as well.

This is how it’s done: 

4. On the PlayStation 4

STEP 1: Navigate to Settings on your PS4’s main page. 

STEP 2: Select Account Management from the drop-down option. 

STEP 3: Navigate to Account Information.

STEP 4: Scroll down and click Profile. 

STEP 5: Select an Online ID. 

STEP 6: In the window that displays, click ‘I Accept.’ Please keep in mind that you are altering the name of your whole PSN account. Any other game whose progression is linked to that ID may have its data erased. If you agree, click the Continue button. 

STEP 7: In this section, you will be able to input your new Online ID. You may do this right now or select one of the options on the right. Click Refresh if you want to view more choices. 

STEP 8: After entering your new Online ID, click Confirm. If the ID isn’t accessible, you’ll have to try again until you locate one that isn’t in use. 

STEP 9: Exit from this screen. Your name should have been updated by now. 

Changing a Browser’s Online ID 

STEP 1: Create a PlayStation Network account. Select PSN Profile from the menu.

STEP 2: Select the Edit button next to your Online ID. 

STEP 3: Enter your chosen Online ID or select one of the suggested options. 

STEP 4: Follow the on-screen instructions. After you’ve modified your Online ID, click the confirm button. 

5. On Windows or Mac

Changing the display name on a PC or Mac is quite similar since it is done via the Epic Games website. 

STEP 1: Navigate to the Epic Games website using your preferred browser.

STEP 2: Hover your mouse over your username. It may be found in the upper right corner of the page. Click Account from the option that displays.

STEP 3: Your Display Name may be found under Account Info on the Generals page. Click the Edit button next to it. 

STEP 4: Enter your new Display Name in the window that displays, then click Confirm.

STEP 5: Your Display Name should be updated now. You may now exit the website.

6. On a Nintendo Switch

The Epic Games account Display names are also used by Fortnite on the Nintendo Switch. You must go to the Epic Games website to modify it. You may accomplish this by going to the page on a PC, Mac, or even your mobile device. After you’ve opened the site, go with the instructions indicated above for changing usernames on a PC. 

Console Account Upgrade to Full Epic Games Account 

If you play Fortnite on a console or across several platforms and have not yet registered with Epic Games, you might think about upgrading to a complete account. This enables you to move your progress from one console to another. Because Fortnite supports Crossplay, this may be a terrific idea. To accomplish this: 

STEP 1: Navigate to the Epic Games website using a web browser. 

STEP 2: Check that you are currently signed out. If not, please exit immediately.

STEP 3: Click Sign In in the upper right corner of the screen.

STEP 4: Select the symbol for the platform where you have an account, such as Xbox or PSN. This may also be selected if you have a Nintendo Switch. 

STEP 5: You’ll be taken to your platform’s account. Enter your login information. 

STEP 6: When you’re finished, you’ll be taken back to Epic Games. If you are not returned to Epic Games, this signifies that this account has no progression data. Please double-check that you have logged into the proper account. 

STEP 7: Enter the essential information, then click Create Account. 

Conclusion

There are various reasons why someone would desire to alter their Fortnite username. Some people prefer to change their usernames on the fly, while others want a new one since their previous one has become stale.

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