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How can I change my username?
How can I change my username?

You can change your username every 90 days on both the Chess.com website and apps. Learn how to easily update your username here.

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πŸ“š If the username you want is taken by an inactive account, you may request it from our Support team. Check out this article to learn the requirements: How do I request an inactive username?

Change your Chess.com username

Web

  • Click 'Settings' from the menu in the bottom-left corner of any page on Chess.com

  • In your profile settings, click 'Change' next to your username

  • Enter your desired username and your password

    • If you registered with a social account like Google, Apple, or Facebook, you won't be asked for a password to complete the change

  • Click 'Save' to apply the changes.

How to change username on Chess.com web

Mobile

The steps below apply to users who signed up with an email and password, as well as those who used a social account.

  • Tap 'More' at the bottom right corner of your screen and select 'Profile'

  • From your profile screen, tap on the three dots in the upper right corner of your screen

Example of a profile on Chess.com mobile
  • From your profile settings, tap on the arrow next to your username

Profile settings on Chess.com mobile
  • Enter your new username and select 'Continue'

    • If the username you entered is valid, you will get a confirmation box. Tap 'Yes' to apply your changes.

Change username screen on Chess.com mobile

πŸ“ Please choose carefully. Members can only change their username once every 90 days.


Important to remember

  • Your username must be at least 3 characters long. It can only include letters, numbers, underscores, and dashes. It must start and end with a letter or number. Spaces are not allowed.

  • You cannot change your username if you are in a Live Chess game in another window.

  • If the username is taken, a notice will say it is unavailable.

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