PS3: change username - how it works

Unlike the PSN ID, you can change your PS3 username. In this practical tip, we will show you how to do it.

Change username of PS3

1. Switch on your PS3 and scroll in the XMB on the far left to the point "User".
2. Now you will see all users registered on the PS3 system.
3. Now scroll down until the user you want to rename is highlighted. Then press "triangle".
4. Now the "Information" item is displayed, so confirm with "X".
5. Mark the "User" line in the menu as we show you in the screenshot. Then press "X" again to type in a new name.
6. After you have entered the name, you only have to confirm with "Start". Now you have changed your PS3 username.

In another practical tip, we will explain how to delete your PS3 account completely.