Twitch is one of the most popular streaming platforms on the internet. Many ofthe best Android tabletsare purchased because they’re good to use with this streaming service. One of the key elements of a Twitch account is your username. Your Twitch username can say a lot about you. It’s common to feel the urge to change the name associated with your account. Regardless of your reasons, it doesn’t take long to switch it up.

Some things to know

Changing your username on Twitch is simple, but you should know a few things before doing so. For more details, check Twitch’s officialusername rename and recycling policies.

Only one change every two months

you’re able to only change your username once every sixty days. verify you’re certain about your new username before confirming the change. It’s important to know that your new username can’t be one that’s active and recycled usernames generally become available again after six months.

You can change your display name

There’s an option to change your display name instead of your username. This might be useful to you, but your display name must match your username. All you can change here is the capitalization of letters. You can find this option underSettings>Profile Settings>Display Nameusing the web browser orSettings>Account>Edit Profile>Display Nameusing the mobile app.

How to change your Twitch username on desktop

Follow these steps to change your Twitch username using a web browser. This method is recommended because it is the simplest.

That’s all you need to do to change your username on Twitch. Just make sure you double-check your new name before you confirm.

Screenshot shows the homepage of Twitch.tv.

How to change your Twitch username on mobile

These steps will help you change your Twitch username through the mobile app on your smart device. These steps function similarly for Android and iOS.

It’s simple to change your username using the Twitch app as well. Always be sure to give your new username a second look before you confirm.

Screenshot shows the homepage of Twitch.tv with profile options drop-down open in the top right. A red square surrounds the profile icon in the top right and the ‘Settings’ option in the drop-down.

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Use Twitch with confidence

Using Twitch when you like your username is a lot more fun. Now you have the tools to change your name whenever you feel like it. Just not more often than once every two months. If you enjoy using Twitch, learnhow to start your own stream!

Screenshot shows the Profile Settings page for Twitch. A red square surrounds the pencil icon next to the ‘Username’ field.

Screenshot shows the ‘Change Username’ pop-up in Twitch. The new username reads ‘AP_RENAME’ and a red square surrounds the ‘Update’ button. There is also a ‘Cancel’ button.

Screenshot shows the ‘Broswe’ homepage of the Twitch mobile app.