Changing Minecraft java profile name

Hi there JohnHi3, my name is Gerardo, and I'm an Xbox player, just like you. I'll be happy to assist you with any questions or concerns you may have.

The nickname for Minecraft: Java Edition is changed through the official Minecraft website, as it is different from the Gamertag of your Xbox account.

You can change it using the following link:

https://www.minecraft.net/msaprofile/mygames/editprofile

Please note that it can only be changed once every 30 days.

I hope this helps and if you have further questions please let me know.

Kind regards,
Gerardo.

Hello Corrigan,

Thank you for posting in Microsoft Community.



It must have been a big relief that you successfully access your account back after it was being a hacked. For the Microsoft account concern we can assist you with the process of how to recover it. However, for the Minecraft Java username or profile name, only Minecraft support team has tools regarding this feature. This Minecraft Java profile name is an in-game feature for Minecraft. For more details, please see this support article: Minecraft: Java Edition Profile Name VS Gamertag FAQ | Minecraft Help.

It looks like you need to wait for 30 days before you can change the Minecraft Java profile name.



For queries and concern about Minecraft Java profile name, please reach out to Minecraft support. Link: Submit a request – Home (minecraft.net).



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Hello ShaunJO,



Greetings!



Thank you for posting in Microsoft Community.



It appears that your concern is related to profile name in Minecraft Java that was changed. Let us help you find the most accurate information on how to address your concern and point you to the right support team where you can get the best resolution to your concern.

Minecraft usernames are unique, so if someone else has already claimed the name, you won't be able to use it again. As per the game support article, when you change your Java profile name, your previous name is saved for 37 days. This gives you an additional week to change back if you change your mind before your previous Java profile name becomes available to anyone else. You can find the information here: Minecraft: Java Edition Profile Name VS Gamertag FAQ | Minecraft Help



We look forward to your response. Kindly let us know, if there is any misunderstanding or clarifications of our description by sending us a reply.



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Yes both my profile name (minecraft java ign) and my xbox name are there

Hi Oliver, my name is Rodrigo. I'm an Independent Advisor and a member of the Microsoft community and I'd love to assist you today.

If you are playing on the Java version, you can change your name for free.

Please enter this site:

www.minecraft.net/profile

Navigate to My Games and select the Minecraft: Java Edition dropdown box.

Click on Profile Name and you'll be taken to a name change page.

Input the new Java profile name you'd like to use and click Change Profile Name.

Source: https://help.minecraft.net/hc/articles/4408950195341-Minecraft-Java-Edition-Username-VS-Gamertag-FAQ

To changer your Microsoft Gamertag, you need to pay a fee.

Please, follow these steps:

1) Sign in to your Xbox account:

https://social.xbox.com/changegamertag

2) Enter the new Gamertag you want to use.

Xbox will check its availability and let you know if it's available for use.

If everything is ok, you can confirm your selection and proceed with the change.

3) Follow the on-screen prompts to complete the Gamertag change process.

I hope this helps.