How to Customize Your Profile on PS5

Yes, you can customize your profile on the PS5 to reflect your gaming identity. This guide explains how to change your avatar, online ID, and privacy settings directly from the console’s control center and settings menu.

Changing Your Avatar

The most visible part of your profile is the avatar. To update it, press the PS button on your controller to open the Control Center. Navigate to your profile icon at the top of the screen and select it. From there, choose Edit Profile and then Avatar. You can select from a library of default images or upload custom pictures if supported by your region and account settings.

Updating Your Online ID

Your Online ID is your unique name across the PlayStation Network. To change it, go to Settings from the home screen. Select Users and Accounts, then click on Account Information. Here you will find the option to edit your Online ID. Note that while the first change is free, subsequent changes may incur a fee, and some older games might not recognize the new ID immediately.

Managing Privacy Settings

Customization also extends to who can see your activity. Within the Users and Accounts menu, select Privacy. This section allows you to control who views your real name, friends list, and trophy collection. Adjusting these settings ensures you maintain the level of anonymity or social connectivity you prefer while gaming on your console.

Syncing Across Devices

Once you have customized your profile on the PS5, the changes sync automatically across all PlayStation devices. This means your new avatar and ID will appear on the PS App and any PS4 consoles where you log in. Keeping your profile updated ensures a consistent experience regardless of how you access the PlayStation Network.