PlayStation Online-ID Manual

Is it possible to change my PlayStation Network ID?

For a long time it was not possible to change your PSN ID, so players were stuck with the original ID they had chosen maybe years earlier. Since 2019 Sony introduced the option of doing it, and all games first released past 2018 should be able to support the ID change (but it’s not guaranteed that everything will work well). The first change is free, then every subsequent change will cost €9.99 (or €4.99 for PlayStation Plus members). It is always possible to revert to any previous ID for free.

Can I have problems if I change my ID?

While there is every hope that nothing bad happens, if you are unlucky there could be some consequences, especially with older games. Some of the possible occurrences are as follows:

• Your new ID is not visible for all players;
• Progress saved in games might be lost;
• Sharing your game might not work optimally;
• Add-ons and in-game credits might be lost.

Sony has prepared a list of games that are known to have issues with the ID change, you can check it here. Remember that at any time you can contact PlayStation support to revert your ID to any older one, this operation is always free. Also, when you change your ID, it’s a good idea to select the option of showing your old ID next to the new one for 30 days, to help your friends recognize you.

How can I change my PSN Online-ID?

Changing your username on PSN is quite easy, and probably a good idea if you’re still using that embarrassing ID you made when you were 12. Please keep in mind that child accounts are not allowed to change IDs, so if you have one you should first upgrade it to an adult, full-featured account.

PlayStation website

1. Head over to the PlayStation Store and log into your PlayStation account;
2. Click on your username and then on Account settings in the drop-down menu;
3. Select PSN profile and click on Edit to the right of your Online-ID;
4. Accept the terms and conditions;
5. Enter your new Online-ID or use one of the recommended and check the availability;
6. If your name is available you can accept the change.

PlayStation 4

1. Start up your PlayStation 4 and head over to Settings;
2. Go to Account management, then Account information, Profile and lastly Online-ID;
3. Read the terms and accept them;
4. Enter your chosen username or use of the suggestions;
5. If your name is available you can accept the change and use your new ID!

PlayStation 5

1. Start up your PlayStation 5 and head over to Settings;
2. Go to Users and Accounts, then Account, Profile and lastly Online-ID;
3. Read the terms and accept them;
4. Enter your chosen username or use of the suggestions;
5. If your name is available you can accept the change and use your new ID!