Your Patreon username appears in your profile URL and account settings

Your Patreon username is the unique name you chose when you created your account. It shows up in your profile link — the web address people use to visit your creator page — and in your account settings under the Profile section. If you created a Patreon account but cannot remember the name you picked, the fastest way to find it is to log in and check your profile page directly.

The username is different from your display name. Your display name is what appears next to your posts and comments, and you can change it anytime. Your username, however, is locked in when you sign up and cannot be changed later — though you can request a change by contacting Patreon support if you have a strong reason.

Key Takeaways

  • Your Patreon username is the permanent name in your profile URL, visible when you log into your account settings under the Profile tab.
  • The username is different from your display name, which you can change anytime without affecting your profile link.
  • If you cannot remember your username, logging in and visiting your profile page will show it immediately in the browser address bar.
  • Patreon usernames cannot be changed after account creation, though you can contact support to request an exception in specific situations.

Check your profile URL in your browser

The easiest way to see your username is to visit your own profile page. Log into Patreon, then click on your profile picture or avatar in the top right corner and select "Profile" from the dropdown menu. The page that loads will show your username in the web address at the top of your browser — it appears after patreon.com/ in the URL.

For example, if your profile URL reads patreon.com/janedoe, then your username is janedoe. This is the name other people type into their browser to find your page, and it is also what appears in any links to your profile that you share.

Find it in your account settings

You can also locate your username by going directly to your account settings. Log in to Patreon, click your profile picture in the top right, and select "Settings." On the left side of the page, click "Profile." The username field will be displayed near the top of this section, and it will show the name you registered with.

This same page is where you can change your display name if you want people to see something different next to your posts. The display name field is separate from the username field, so changing one does not affect the other.

What to do if you forgot your login email

If you cannot log into your Patreon account because you forgot the email address you used to sign up, you will need to recover your account first. Go to the Patreon login page and click "Forgot your password?" Enter any email address you think might be associated with the account, and Patreon will send a password reset link if that email matches an account.

Once you reset your password and log back in, you can follow the steps above to find your username. If you are still locked out, contact Patreon support through their help center — they can verify your identity and help you regain access to your account.

Why you might need your username

You will need your Patreon username when you want to share your creator page with others, link to your profile on social media, or provide it to someone who wants to support you. It is also the name that appears in your creator URL, so anyone who wants to find you on Patreon will search for this username.

If you are a patron (someone who supports creators), you may also need your username if you contact Patreon support about a payment issue or account problem. Providing your username helps support staff locate your account quickly.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my Patreon username?

Patreon usernames cannot be changed after you create your account. If you need a different username for a strong reason — such as a legal name change or a security concern — you can contact Patreon support to request an exception, but this is not may provide. In most cases, you would need to create a new account with the username you want.

Is my username the same as my display name?

No. Your username is the permanent name in your profile URL and cannot be changed. Your display name is what appears next to your posts and comments, and you can change it anytime in your account settings without affecting your profile link or username.

What if someone else is using the username I want?

Patreon usernames are first-come, first-served. If the username you want is already taken, you will need to choose a different one when you create your account. You cannot claim or request a username that belongs to another active account.

Where do I share my username with others?

You can share your full Patreon profile link (for example, patreon.com/janedoe) on social media, in your email signature, on your website, or anywhere else you want people to find your creator page. You can also just tell someone your username and they can type it into Patreon's search or add it to the URL themselves.