If you’ve ever logged into Rainbow Six Siege and cringed at the edgy username you picked when you were 14, you’re not alone. Thousands of players ask the same question every month: can you change your Rainbow Six Siege name, without losing your progress or getting hit with unnecessary penalties? The short answer is yes, but there are specific rules, costs, and restrictions you need to know before you hit that confirm button. I’ve gone through this process twice myself across PC and console, so I’ll walk you through every step you need to follow to avoid headaches later.
Can You Change Your Rainbow Six Siege Name Across All Platforms?
Since Ubisoft rolled out full cross-progression for Siege back in 2022, your in-game display name is now tied directly to your Ubisoft account, not your individual platform ID. That means if you play on PC, PlayStation, and Xbox with linked accounts, changing your Ubisoft name will update it across every platform automatically. You don’t have to go through separate processes for each device anymore, which is a huge improvement from the old system.
You cannot change your Siege name only for a single platform if your accounts are linked. If you want separate names for different platforms, you’ll have to unlink your accounts first, but that comes with its own set of risks like losing shared progress and cosmetics. For 90% of players, keeping accounts linked is the better call, so plan to use the same name across all devices if you make a change.
Custom clan tags don't count as part of your display name, so if you just want to update the tag next to your name to match a new team, you can do that for free in the in-game clan menu with no cooldown or cost. Only changes to your core display name require following the official Ubisoft process.
Step-by-Step Process to Change Your R6 Display Name
The actual process of changing your name is pretty straightforward, as long as you have access to your registered Ubisoft email. I’ve broken it down into simple steps so you don’t get lost in confusing account menus:
- Log into your official Ubisoft account on the desktop website or mobile app, using the credentials tied to your Siege profile. Double-check you’re logging into the right account if you have multiple smurf profiles.
- Navigate to the "Account Information" tab, then find the "Display Name" section under your basic profile details. It’s usually near the top of the page, right next to your profile picture.
- Click the "Edit" button next to your current display name, then type in your new desired username. You'll get an immediate check to see if the name is available, so you don’t have to guess if it’s taken.
- Confirm your choice, and enter the verification code sent to your registered email address to finalize the change. This extra step prevents unauthorized changes if someone gets access to your account.
- Restart Rainbow Six Siege if you have it open, and your new name will appear in matches and lobbies immediately. Your friends will see the new name on their friend list right away too.
You will not lose any of your in-game progress, cosmetics, rank, or friend list when you change your name. The only thing that updates is your display name, so you don’t have to worry about losing that Black Ice skin you spent years grinding for. Your old name will be freed up for other users to claim after 90 days, so if you want to hold onto it, don’t make a change unless you’re 100% sure about the new one.
Costs, Cooldowns, and Restrictions You Need to Know
Ubisoft doesn’t let players change their names for free whenever they want, for good reason. Unlimited free changes would lead to constant trolling, smurfing, and harassment that’s hard to track. First, you’ll need to spend 1000 R6 Credits to make a name change, which works out to roughly $10 USD depending on your region and any current credit sales. The only exception is if Ubisoft forced a name change on you because your old handle violated community guidelines, in which case you’ll get one free change to pick an appropriate replacement.
You can only change your display name once every 90 days. This is a hard rule with no exceptions, even if you contact support begging for an early change. I learned this the hard way a few years back when I changed my name to a silly meme joke for a tournament, then realized I hated it a week later. I was stuck with it for three full months, so don’t make the same mistake I did.
There are also content restrictions on what you can use as a name. Offensive, trademarked, harassing, or misleading names will be reverted by Ubisoft support even if you paid to change it, and you won’t get your R6 Credits back. Don’t try to copy pro player or content creator names either, even if you add a small symbol. Most creators have their names protected, and Ubisoft will revert changes that impersonate public figures in the Siege community.
One more thing to note: name changes don’t hide your match history or MMR from third-party trackers. Most popular trackers automatically link old and new usernames, so if you’re changing your name to avoid being recognized by opponents you’ve played against before, it probably won’t work. This is a deliberate choice to cut down on smurfing and toxic behavior.
Common Mistakes to Avoid When Changing Your Siege Name
Most name changes go off without a hitch, but there are a few silly mistakes I see players make all the time that lead to unnecessary frustration. First, don’t load your new name up with hard-to-type special characters. It might look cool, but your friends will struggle to find you on their friend list, and you’ll get dozens of random friend requests from people who typed your name wrong by accident. Stick to letters, numbers, and one or two simple symbols max if you want to make it easy for people to connect with you.
Second, don’t use your real full name, address, or other personal information in your display name. You never know who you’re playing against, and it’s way too easy for bad actors to look up personal details if you give them a starting point like your full name. Most players use a pseudonym for a reason, and it’s a basic safety step you shouldn’t skip.
Double-check the spelling of your new name before you confirm. There’s no undo button for name changes, even if you just misspelled a word by one letter. I once tried to change my name to "ShadowRider" for a new season, but accidentally typed "ShadowRidder" and was stuck with the typo for three months. It’s a tiny mistake that feels so stupid when you realize what you did, so take 10 extra seconds to read it over before you hit confirm.
Finally, don’t change your name right before a big tournament or ranked grind if you’re playing with a consistent team. Your teammates might not recognize your new name right away, and some tournament platforms require you to register your display name weeks in advance. If you change it without updating your tournament registration, you could get disqualified before you even play your first match.
At the end of the day, if you're tired of your old, cringey handle, can you change your Rainbow Six Siege name? Absolutely, as long as you follow Ubisoft's rules, have the R6 Credits to spend, and are okay with waiting 90 days if you want to change it again. Take a minute to pick a name you'll be happy with for the next few months, avoid the common mistakes we covered, and you'll be good to go. If you run into any issues with the process, you can reach out to Ubisoft support for help, but most name changes go through without a hitch in less than five minutes.
