How to create an EA ID

Updated 2 weeks ago1 min read

Overview

Your EA ID is the same as your Public ID and is set up when you create your EA Account. It's how other players see you in games and on our websites and platforms, like EA Forums and the EA app. Here’s how to create, update, and find your EA ID.

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How to create an EA ID

  1. 1
    Start by creating an EA Account. Check out our article on how to create an EA Account if you need help.
  2. 2
    Follow the prompt to create an EA ID.
Your EA ID must be a unique identifier between 4 and 16 characters. For player safety, an EA ID can’t contain a name or any other identifying information.
An error message will appear if your EA ID is already in use or the security filter flags the combination of letters, words, or special characters as inappropriate.You’ll also get an error message if you already have an EA Account.Find out what you can do if you need to merge multiple EA Accounts. You can also update an old EA Account with new info.

How to update an EA ID

  1. 1
    Log in to your EA Account.
  2. 2
    Select the Account Information tab.
  3. 3
    Select Edit to the right of your EA ID.
  4. 4
    Enter your new EA ID, and select Save.
To help keep your EA Account secure, we limit how often you can update your EA ID. You can only update your EA ID once every 30 days.

Where to find your EA ID

  1. 1
    Log in to your EA Account.
  2. 2
    You’ll find your EA ID under Account Information.
Learn more about where you can find your EA ID in our video.
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