To Change the color of your username on Twitch, the fastest way is to use the command /color followed by the name of the color in any chat, then press the Enter key. For example, /color blueviolet Change your Twitch name in chat. It's free, easy, and the color will be updated for all users within 1 to 2 minutes.
We've included a list of all the available colors further down in the article!
On Twitch, a username is assigned whenever someone creates an account. When you log in to your account, your username appears in a random color in the chat, but you don’t have to keep it. You can change the color of your username in two ways: using the /color command (the fastest method) or through the chat settings. Free users can choose from 15 named colors, while subscribers Twitch Turbo or Prime Gaming lets you unlock any color using a hex code.
This guide walks you through each step on both PC and mobile. Your username color will change on all Twitch channels, not just the current stream. Just follow the tutorial below.
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How can I change the color of my Twitch username on my phone and PC?
There are two ways to change the color of your Twitch username In the chat: using the /color command (the fastest option, available on PC and mobile) or through the chat settings on the website. Both methods are free for the 15 basic colors. Here are the steps.
Method 1: The /color command (the fastest)
The /color command works on both mobile and PC, on any Twitch channel. The change applies to your username across all channels, not just the current stream.
Here are the steps to follow to change the color of your Twitch name in chat:
- Log in to your Twitch account and open a channel's chat; ;
- In the chat window, type the command /color and then press Enter; ;
- You'll see the format /color appear; ;
- Replace "color" with the name of the color of your choice (for example, /color Coral); ;
- Press Enter to send the message and confirm.
If the color is correct, a message will appear in the window confirming that your color has been changed. It may take 1 to 2 minutes for the change to appear in the chat. If the color name is invalid, Twitch will display: "Unable to change your color." You can also read Moderator commands on Twitch to discover other useful chat commands.
The 15 official Twitch colors available for free
Free users must choose from the following named colors to change the color of their username:
- Blue
- BlueViolet
- CadetBlue
- Chocolate
- Coral
- DodgerBlue
- Firebrick
- GoldenRod
- Green
- HotPink
- OrangeRed
- Red
- SeaGreen
- SpringGreen
- YellowGreen
To use a custom hex code (for example, /color #FF4500), you must be subscribed to Twitch Turbo or Prime Gaming. No subscription required Turbo or Prime, the command is still limited to the list above, and the hex code will return the message "Unable to change your color.".
Method 2: Through the chat settings (PC only)
If you'd rather not place an order, you can change the color of your Twitch username directly from the chat settings on the website using your PC. Here are the steps to follow to change the color of your name:
- Log in to your Twitch account, then click your profile picture in the upper-right corner of the screen; ;
- Next, open the chat for a live stream, then click the settings icon at the bottom of the chat window; ;
- In the "Identity" section, click "EDIT" next to your username preview; ;
- Under "Name Color," choose the color you want from the options provided, then click "Confirm"; ;
- Refresh the page by pressing F5, then send a message in the chat: the color of your username should now have changed; ;
- If an error occurs, repeat the process and wait 1 to 2 minutes to see if the color has been applied correctly.
Without Twitch Turbo Unless you have a Prime subscription, you're limited to the named colors in the default list. To use a hex code and a custom color, you need a Turbo or Prime Gaming subscription. If you also want to Change Your Twitch Username, we have a guide dedicated to this topic.
How do I change my Twitch username to black, white, or purple?
To choose a color such as white, black, or purple for your username, you must first be a subscriber to Prime Gaming Where Twitch Turbo. Without this subscription, you are limited to the list of 15 named colors that any user can use for free with the command /color.
Once you've subscribed, log in to your account, open a chat window, then type the command followed by the hex code and press Enter to set the color of your Twitch name.
Here are the codes to use:
- In white : Use the code
#ffffff. Your Twitch name then becomes almost invisible against light backgrounds (this is pretty minor, but it can happen). - In black : Use the code
#000000. Your username will be hard to read in dark mode, which is the default setting for Twitch chat. - In violet : Use the code
#9146FFor just the nameblueviolet.
If you want to take it a step further, find out how Write in color in the Twitch chat.
Would you like to have more colors available?
By default, Twitch offers 15 named colors for your chat username (Red, Blue, Green, Coral, <DodgerBlue, SpringGreen, HotPink, <BlueViolet…). To take it a step further and choose any shade using a hex code (#RRGGBB), you’ll need to Twitch Turbo or Prime Gaming.
The easiest way to unlock these options is to link your Amazon Prime account to Twitch. You can even try it out for free: Enjoy Twitch Prime for free. Once your accounts are linked, you'll be able to use all the custom colors for your Twitch username in chat.
To see the available sizes and colors, you can also read the Official Guide to Twitch Chat Commands.
Frequently Asked Questions About Twitch Username Colors
How many times can you change the color of your Twitch username?
There is no official limit on the number of times you can change the color of your Twitch username. You can change the color of your name as many times as you like, either using the /color command or through the chat settings. Just allow 1 to 2 minutes each time for the change to take effect.
Does the color of the username change on all Twitch channels?
Yes, the color of your username changes on all Twitch channels at the same time. This isn't a setting specific to a particular stream or channel: as soon as you change the color of your username, it applies everywhere on the site.
Do you need Twitch Turbo to get a custom color?
As for the 15 basic colors, no: any user can change the color of their username for free using the /color command. However, to use a hex code and choose any shade, you must be a subscriber to Twitch Turbo or on Prime Gaming.
Does the /color command work on mobile devices?
Yes, the /color command works just as well on mobile as it does on a PC. Open a channel’s chat from the Twitch app or website on your phone, type /color followed by the color name, and then send the message. Your username’s color will change within 1 to 2 minutes.
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