Your Xbox gamertag functions as your gaming username, appearing as your default name in online games like Call of Duty, Fortnite, and Rocket League, unless you’ve set a different username for those games. There are two ways to change your gamertag: Let’s explore each of these methods in detail.
Changing The Gamertag Through Your Console
As the steps for changing your gamertag differ based on the console model, we’ve outlined the procedures for the Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One/One X, and the classic Xbox 360.
1. Changing your gamertag on your Xbox Series X/S
2. Changing your gamertag on your Xbox One/One X
3. Changing your gamertag on your Xbox 360
Changing your Gamertag Through the Web
This method is more accessible as it can be done on any device capable of running a web browser.
Can I Change my Gamertag for Free?
According to Microsoft, you can change your gamertag %20My%20profile%20>%20Customize%20profile.” target=”_blank” rel=”noreferrer noopener”>for free only once. If you wish to change it again, you’ll have to pay $9.99. You can change your gamertag as many times as you’d like, but each subsequent change will cost $10, so make sure to change it only if you truly want to. Consider choosing a memorable one, and if it’s already taken, add some numbers to create a unique version.
