Account settings
Filling out your profile information is optional, allowing you to remain completely anonymous if you prefer.
If you’d like to add personal details to your profile, follow these steps:
Click 'Settings' from the bottom left menu on any Chess.com page.
Select 'Profile' from the menu on the left side of the Settings page.
Scroll down to the 'Details' section, where you can view and edit your profile information.
How to fill out your profile
At the top of the page, you'll see your avatar, flair, and status. To update any of these, click the 'Edit' icon or 'Change' for your avatar.
To change your username, click 'Change' next to it. Remember, you can only do this once every 90 days!
You can optionally add your first and last name. This will be visible to members who visit your profile.
Add your location, which will show next to the location pin on your profile.
Select your country from the drop-down - This will determine what flag is next to your username.
Set the website language to your preferred one.
The 'Content Language' you choose will determine the language of the content you see.
Select a timezone that matches your current location.
If you have an Over-The-Board (OTB) rating, you can add it here.
Write an 'About Me' section for other members to see when visiting your profile!
Learn how to use the advanced editor tools in the article below and get your profile page looking exactly how you want it! How do I use the advanced editor tools?