If you’ve ever wanted to hop between a main account with all your maxed brawlers and a smurf account to play with lower-ranked friends, you’ve probably wondered how to switch accounts on Brawl Stars without wiping all your hard-earned progress. I’ve been there too: a few years back I accidentally logged out of my main account and spent 2 hours panicking that I’d lost my 3-year collection of skins and trophy progress, before I figured out the correct process for safe account switching. This guide covers every supported method for both iOS and Android, plus common mistakes to avoid so you never lose access to your profiles.
How to Switch Accounts on Brawl Stars for iOS and Android
The most reliable way to switch accounts across any device is using Supercell ID, since it works for both operating systems and eliminates sync issues. Before you start the process, complete these quick pre-checks to avoid data loss:
- Confirm both accounts are linked to a verified Supercell ID, email address, or supported social platform (Google Play Games for Android, Game Center for iOS)
- Write down the login credentials for both accounts somewhere you can easily access them mid-process to avoid lockouts from wrong password attempts
- Close any background Brawl Stars sessions on other devices linked to either account to avoid sync conflicts that can corrupt progress
First, always link your account to Supercell ID as soon as you start playing if you haven’t already, since this makes switching across devices completely seamless. To switch with Supercell ID, open Brawl Stars, tap the three-line menu icon in the top right corner, select Settings, then tap the “Connected” button next to the Supercell ID option. Tap “Log Out” and confirm the prompt, then wait for the game to return to the main login screen. Tap “Log In with Supercell ID”, enter the credentials for the account you want to access, and wait 10-15 seconds for the game to load your progress. Double check that your trophy count, brawler collection, and skins match the account you intended to log into before you start playing.
For iOS users who prefer Game Center, first sign into the correct Game Center account in your device’s Settings app, then open Brawl Stars. You’ll get a pop-up asking if you want to load the Game Center linked account, tap confirm and your progress will load immediately. For Android users who use Google Play Games, the process is nearly identical: sign into the correct Google account in your device settings, open Brawl Stars, and confirm the account load prompt. Never use untrusted third-party login tools that claim to let you switch accounts with one tap, since these often steal account credentials or install malware on your device.
Common Issues When Switching Brawl Stars Accounts (And Fixes)
Even if you follow all the steps correctly, you might run into small errors from time to time, most of which are easy to fix in a few minutes. The most common issue is missing progress after logging in, which almost always happens when you accidentally enter the wrong email for your Supercell ID. Double check the email you used to link the account, and make sure you didn’t mix up a personal and work email, or a parent’s email you used to set up the account as a kid.
If you get a “too many login attempts” error, don’t spam password tries, since this will extend the lockout window. Wait 15 minutes, then double check your credentials before trying again. If you see a warning that says “existing progress will be overwritten”, stop immediately. This means the account currently logged into the game is not linked to any ID, so proceeding will erase that progress permanently. Clear the app cache only if you’ve confirmed your login details first, since clearing cache will log you out of all saved accounts on the device.
Another common error is the “account already linked to another device” prompt, which happens when you forgot to log out of the account on an old phone or tablet. If you still have access to that device, open Brawl Stars and log out of the account there, then try logging in on your current device again. If you no longer have access to the old device, contact Supercell support through the in-game help menu and provide proof of account ownership, like purchase receipts for skins or the original email you used to set up the account.
Tips for Managing Multiple Brawl Stars Accounts Safely
If you switch accounts regularly, there are a few small habits you can build to make the process faster and avoid issues long term. First, use separate, clearly labeled email addresses for each of your accounts, so you never mix up login credentials. I use a simple naming convention like [myname][email protected] and [myname][email protected] for my two accounts, so I never have to guess which email goes with which profile.
Enable two-factor authentication on all linked Supercell IDs to prevent unauthorized access to your accounts, even if someone gets hold of your email password. You can turn this on in the Supercell ID settings menu, and it will send a code to your email every time you log in from a new device. It adds 10 extra seconds to the login process, but it’s well worth it to protect years of progress and purchases.
Avoid switching accounts more than 3 times per hour to avoid triggering Supercell’s anti-bot detection systems, which can temporarily lock your accounts for suspicious activity. If you share a device with family members or friends who also play Brawl Stars, set up individual Supercell IDs for each person so no one accidentally overwrites someone else’s progress. You don’t need to download multiple copies of the game to use multiple accounts, so this won’t take up extra storage space on your device.
Is Switching Brawl Stars Accounts Against Supercell’s Terms of Service?
This is one of the most common questions I get from new players who are worried about getting banned for having multiple accounts, and the short answer is no, as long as you follow a few simple rules. You are allowed to have as many accounts as you want, as long as you are the sole owner of all of them, and you don’t use account switching to exploit the game or other players.
The only time switching accounts becomes a violation is if you use smurf accounts to tank trophy ranks on purpose to beat much newer, less experienced players, or if you use multiple accounts to exploit event rewards or matchmaking. You also cannot sell, trade, or give away your accounts to other people, since Supercell does not support account transfers between users. Never purchase Brawl Stars accounts from unofficial sellers, since the original owner can always recover the account using their linked email, and you’ll lose all the money you spent on skins and upgrades with no way to get a refund.
If you follow these rules, you don’t have to worry about getting banned for switching between your personal accounts. Supercell actively supports players who have multiple profiles for playing with different groups of friends, so the process is designed to be simple and safe for all users.
At the end of the day, learning how to switch accounts on Brawl Stars is a simple process once you follow the correct steps and prioritize account safety. I switch between my main and smurf account every other day to play with friends of different skill levels, and I haven’t had a single issue since I started using Supercell ID for all my logins. Take the time to verify all your account links before you start switching, and you’ll be hopping between profiles in seconds without risking any of your hard-earned progress.