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How to Use Minecraft Username Checker - Complete Guide

Complete guide on how to use Minecraft Username Checker to check username availability, perform bulk checks, and view detailed results.

Who it's for: Minecraft players who want to check if a username is available before creating an account or changing their username.

Outcome: You will know how to download, set up, and use Minecraft Username Checker to check username availability, perform bulk checks, and interpret the results.

Prerequisites

  • Windows operating system
  • Internet connection

Installation

  1. 1

    Download the executable

    Download the Minecraft Username Checker executable from the project page. The application is a standalone Windows executable - no installation required.

    Download Minecraft Username Checker.exe from the project page
  2. 2

    Launch the application

    Run the executable file. The application will start with a modern GUI interface. You'll see an input field for entering usernames to check.

    Double-click Minecraft Username Checker.exe to launch

Configuration

  1. 1

    Enter a username to check

    Type or paste the Minecraft username you want to check into the input field. Usernames must be 3-16 characters long and can contain letters, numbers, and underscores.

    Enter username in the input field (e.g., "Steve123")
  2. 2

    Check availability

    Click the "Check" button to check if the username is available. The application will query the Minecraft API and display the result immediately. You'll see whether the username is available or already taken.

    Click "Check" button → View result
  3. 3

    Perform bulk checks

    To check multiple usernames at once, enter them separated by commas or new lines, then click "Check All". The application will check each username and display results for all of them. This is useful for finding available usernames quickly.

    Enter multiple usernames (comma or newline separated) → Click "Check All"
  4. 4

    View detailed results

    After checking, you'll see detailed information for each username including availability status, account creation date (if taken), and other relevant information. Results are displayed in a clear, organized format.

    Review results table with availability status and details

Verification

Test the complete workflow: download, launch, enter a username, check availability, and view results. You should see immediate feedback showing whether the username is available or taken.

Launch app → Enter username → Click "Check" → View result

Expected output:

✅ Username: Steve123
Status: Available

❌ Username: Notch
Status: Taken
Created: 2010-09-01

Common Errors & Quick Fixes

Invalid username format

Fix: Minecraft usernames must be 3-16 characters long and can only contain letters (a-z, A-Z), numbers (0-9), and underscores (_). No spaces or special characters are allowed. Make sure your username follows these rules.

Network error or connection failed

Fix: Check your internet connection. Ensure you can access the Minecraft API. Try again after a few moments. If the problem persists, check if Minecraft services are experiencing issues.

Rate limit exceeded

Fix: If checking too many usernames too quickly, you may hit rate limits. Wait a few moments before checking again. The application may automatically handle rate limits, but if you see this error, slow down your checking speed.

Application not responding

Fix: If the application freezes or doesn't respond, wait a moment as it may be processing. If it continues to be unresponsive, close and restart the application. Ensure you have sufficient system resources available.

Results not displaying

Fix: Check that you clicked the "Check" button after entering a username. Ensure the username is valid (3-16 characters, alphanumeric and underscores only). Try checking a different username to verify the application is working.

Important Notes

  • Use bulk checking to test multiple username variations at once
  • Check username availability before creating a new Minecraft account
  • Verify username availability when planning to change your current username
  • Remember: Personal use only - commercial use is prohibited
  • Keep the application updated for the latest features and improvements
  • All checks are performed locally - no data is stored or transmitted
Tested on: Windows 10/11, Minecraft API, Minecraft Username Checker v0.1.0
Last updated: 1/23/2025