You can switch VRChat accounts by logging out and signing in with different credentials, but the process depends on which login method you originally used

VRChat lets you maintain multiple accounts, but switching between them requires you to log out completely and sign back in. The steps differ slightly depending on whether you created your account through VRChat's own system, Steam, Meta, or another platform. You cannot transfer your avatar, friends list, or account history between accounts — each login is a separate world with its own data.

The fastest way to switch is to log out from the main menu, then select your login method and enter the new account's credentials. If you use Steam or Meta to sign in, you'll need to log out of VRChat itself, not the platform behind it. This guide walks you through the actual steps for each login type and explains what happens to your data when you switch.

Key Takeaways

  • Logging out of VRChat and signing in with different credentials is the only way to switch accounts; there is no account-switching feature within the client.
  • Your avatar, friends list, blocked users, and world history stay with the account you created them on and do not transfer to a new account.
  • If you use Steam or Meta to sign in, you log out of VRChat itself, not the platform — you can stay logged into Steam or Meta while switching VRChat accounts.
  • Steam and Meta accounts can each be linked to only one VRChat account at a time, so linking a platform to a new VRChat account breaks the link to the old one.
  • You can create a new VRChat account from the login screen without deleting your old one; both accounts remain active until you choose to delete them.

How to log out and switch accounts in the VRChat client

Open VRChat and go to the main menu. Look for the settings icon (usually a gear symbol) or a menu option labeled "Settings" or "Account". From there, find the logout or sign-out button. Click it, and VRChat will return you to the login screen.

Once you're at the login screen, you'll see options for how to sign in: VRChat username and password, Steam, Meta, or other linked platforms. Select the method you want to use for your new account. If you're switching to a different VRChat username, enter those credentials. If you're switching to a Steam or Meta account linked to a different VRChat profile, select that platform and log in with the Steam or Meta account associated with the VRChat profile you want to use.

After you sign in, VRChat will load your account data — your avatar, friends, worlds, and settings. This process usually takes a few seconds to a minute depending on your connection and how much data your account has.

What happens to your data when you switch accounts

Each VRChat account is completely separate. When you log into a different account, you see a different avatar, a different friends list, different blocked users, and a different world history. Nothing from your first account carries over to the second one.

If you created custom avatars or uploaded worlds on your first account, those remain on that account. You cannot access them from a second account unless the first account made them public and you search for them by name. Your friends on the first account will not automatically be your friends on the second account — you'll need to add them again.

Your account data is stored on VRChat's servers, so switching accounts does not delete anything. If you log back into your first account weeks or months later, everything will be exactly as you left it.

Switching between Steam-linked accounts

If you use Steam to sign into VRChat, the process is slightly different. You do not need to log out of Steam itself — you only log out of VRChat. Go to the VRChat login screen, select the Steam option, and Steam will open a browser window asking you to confirm the login.

If you want to switch to a different Steam account's VRChat profile, you have two options. First, you can log out of Steam on your computer, log into a different Steam account, then log into VRChat through that Steam account. Second, you can stay logged into the same Steam account but use a different VRChat account that is not linked to Steam — in that case, select the VRChat username and password option instead of Steam.

Important: a Steam account can only be linked to one VRChat account at a time. If you link your Steam account to a new VRChat profile, it automatically unlinks from your old VRChat profile. Your old profile will still exist, but you won't be able to log into it using Steam anymore — you'd have to use a VRChat username and password instead.

Switching between Meta-linked accounts

Meta (formerly Oculus) accounts work the same way as Steam. Log out of VRChat, go to the login screen, select Meta, and a browser window will open asking you to confirm. You do not need to log out of Meta itself or remove your headset from your Meta account.

If you want to switch to a different Meta account's VRChat profile, log out of Meta on your computer or headset, log into a different Meta account, then log into VRChat. Alternatively, stay logged into the same Meta account and use a different VRChat account that is not linked to Meta — select the VRChat username and password option instead.

Like Steam, a Meta account can only link to one VRChat account at a time. Linking your Meta account to a new VRChat profile breaks the link to your old one. Your old profile remains, but you'll need a VRChat username and password to access it.

Creating a new account without deleting your old one

You do not have to delete your old account to create a new one. From the VRChat login screen, look for an option to create a new account (usually labeled "Sign Up" or "Create Account"). Enter a new username, password, and email address. VRChat will create the account when ready, and you can log into it right away.

Both accounts will remain active on VRChat's servers. You can switch between them by logging out and logging back in with different credentials. There is no limit to how many accounts you can create, though VRChat's terms of service do prohibit certain uses — for example, using multiple accounts to bypass bans or manipulate social features.

If you later decide you no longer want an account, you can delete it from the account settings page on VRChat's website. Deletion is permanent and cannot be undone, so make sure you're certain before you proceed.

Troubleshooting common switching problems

If you're stuck on the login screen or the login button is not responding, try closing VRChat completely and reopening it. If you're using Steam or Meta and the browser window for login does not appear, check that your browser is not blocking popups from VRChat or the platform.

If you linked a Steam or Meta account to a VRChat profile and now cannot log in with that platform, the link may have been broken when you linked the same platform to a different VRChat account. In that case, use the VRChat username and password option instead. If you don't remember your VRChat password, use the password reset option on the login screen — VRChat will send a reset link to the email address associated with your account.

If you're trying to switch accounts but keep logging back into the same one, make sure you're actually entering different credentials. Double-check that you're selecting the correct login method (VRChat username versus Steam versus Meta) and that you're entering the right username or selecting the right platform account.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I transfer my avatar or friends list to a new account?

No. Avatars, friends, blocked users, and world history are tied to the account they were created on. You cannot move them to a different account. If you want the same avatar on a new account, you'll need to recreate it or have the original account share it publicly so you can search for it and use it on the new account.

What if I forgot the password to one of my accounts?

Go to the VRChat login screen and look for a "Forgot Password" or "Reset Password" link. Enter the email address associated with the account, and VRChat will send a password reset link to that email. Click the link, create a new password, and you'll be able to log in. If you don't have access to the email address anymore, you may not be able to recover the account.

Can I use the same email address for multiple VRChat accounts?

No. Each VRChat account requires a unique email address. If you try to create a second account with an email already in use, VRChat will reject it. You'll need a different email address for each account you create.

If I link my Steam account to a new VRChat profile, what happens to my old profile?

Your old profile remains on VRChat's servers, but you can no longer log into it using Steam. You can still access it by logging in with the VRChat username and password you created for it. The link between your Steam account and that old profile is permanently broken.

Do I need to uninstall and reinstall VRChat to switch accounts?

No. straightforward log out from the main menu and log back in with different credentials. Uninstalling and reinstalling is not necessary and will not speed up the process.