The game Durak Online from Kefir has become a real phenomenon in the world of mobile card entertainment, attracting millions of users around the world. Often, players are faced with the need to switch to another profile: whether it is because they have lost access to their current phone number, want to start from scratch, or use a friend’s account on their device. The procedure for changing an account may seem confusing, since the developers have deliberately complicated this process to protect users' progress from accidental loss.
Unlike simple casual games, where changing a profile occurs in two clicks, here the linking is strictly carried out to a phone number or social networks. This creates certain difficulties if you want to quickly switch between several accounts on one smartphone. In this article, we will analyze in detail all the legal and technical methods that allow you to safely log out of your current profile and log in under a new name, while maintaining the stability of your Android device.
Before starting manipulations, it is important to understand that any data reset or reinstallation of the application can lead to the loss of game progress if your account has not been linked to a cloud storage or social network. We'll cover methods from simply logging out through settings to more drastic steps such as clearing the cache and using incognito mode in the browser for the web version. Be careful when following the instructions so as not to permanently block your access.
The official method of exiting through the game settings
The safest and developer-recommended way to change the profile is to use the built-in settings menu. This method does not require uninstalling the application and ensures that your personal data remains safe and the game client is not damaged. However, it is worth noting that the logout button may be hidden or missing in some versions of the client if you are signed in using a quick access code.
First, you need to launch the application and wait until the main screen fully loads. Find the gear icon, which is usually located in the top corner of the interface. By clicking on it, you will be taken to the configuration menu, where you need to find the section responsible for managing the profile. In some updates, this item is called Account or Profile.
If the system requires confirmation of the action, you will receive SMS message with a code to the linked number. This is a security measure to prevent unauthorized entry by intruders. After entering the code, the system will terminate the current session and prompt you to log in again. Here you can enter a new phone number or select another social network to log in.
⚠️ Attention: When you exit through the settings, the game progress is saved on the server, but local graphics and sound settings may be reset to factory values.
Before exiting, be sure to write down your player ID or make a profile screenshot so that in case of problems with logging in, support can quickly identify your old account.
Sometimes after pressing the exit button, the game does not restart automatically. In this case, you need to manually close the application through the task manager and start it again. Only after restarting will a welcome screen appear asking you to log in. Do not try to enter new data until the old session is completely completed.
Changing an account through linking to social networks
Most modern mobile games, including Durak Online, offer convenient authorization through social networks, such as VKontakte, Facebook or Google Play Games. This not only simplifies login, but also allows you to instantly switch between different profiles if the corresponding social network application is installed on your device.
The mechanism of operation is simple: the game reads the active session in the installed social network client. If you want to change your account in the game, you first need to change the user on the social network itself. For example, in the application VK you can add several profiles and switch between them without entering a password each time.
- 📱 Open the application of the social network through which you play.
- 🚪 Log out of the current profile on the social network.
- 🔑 Log in with a new account in the social network application.
- 🎮 Launch Durak Online and select login through this social network.
This method is most preferable for those who maintain several game profiles at the same time. It eliminates the need to constantly enter passwords and verification codes. However, it is worth considering that if you delete the social network application from your phone, the game may no longer see the active session and will require re-authorization through the browser.
It is important to remember the privacy policy. When you change your account through a social network, the game gains access to your public profile, avatar and name. Make sure that the new profile you are logging into does not contain information that you would not want to show to other players in chat or on the leaderboard.
Radical method: clearing application data
If standard methods do not work or there is no exit button, you can resort to a more radical method - completely clearing application data through the Android system settings. This method forcibly resets the game to the "first launch" state, deleting all local session files and cache.
To perform this operation, go to the settings of your smartphone. Find the section Applications or Application Manager. In the list of installed apps, find Durak Online. Tap on the name to open information about the application and select Storage.
Here you will see two main buttons: Clear cache and Clear data (or Reset). We need exactly the second option. Clicking on it will delete all local settings, including authorization files. After this, when you start the game, it will behave as if it had just been installed from the store.
| Action | What is being deleted | Impact on progress | Necessity of the Internet |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clearing the cache | Temporary files, pictures | No | Desirable |
| Clearing data | Settings, sessions, logins | No (if there is a link) | Required |
| Deleting an application | All application files | No (if there is a link) | Required |
| Reset phone settings | Entire system and data | Complete loss without backup | Not required |
⚠️ Attention: Clearing data does not delete your progress on the server IF the account has been linked. If you played as a "Guest", your progress will be lost forever.
After performing the reset, launch the game. You will see a start screen asking you to enter a phone number or select a social network. You can now enter your new account details. This method is universal and works even in cases where the game interface is frozen or does not work correctly.
☑️ Check before resetting data
Problems with guest mode and their solutions
Many beginners start playing Durak Online without registration, using the so-called guest mode. This is convenient for a quick start, but creates huge problems when trying to change devices or accounts. The guest profile is stored exclusively in the phone's memory and does not have password protection.
If you want to switch from a guest account to a full one, you must first link your current progress. Go to the game settings and find the Link accountbutton. Choose a convenient method: phone or social network. Only after successful linking can you safely log out.
An attempt to simply clear the data without first linking will result in you losing all chips won, cards purchased and achievements. It is technically impossible to restore a guest account, since the server does not have an owner ID without being linked to an external service.
What to do if you have lost your guest account?
Unfortunately, if you have not linked the guest account and cleared the data, it cannot be restored. The only chance is to write to technical support immediately after the loss, indicating the approximate level, number of chips and nickname. The chances are small, but they exist if the data has not yet been overwritten by a new user on this device ID.
To change an account from a guest to another guest or registered, use the data clearing method described above. But remember the golden rule: tie first, then discard. This will save you from disappointment and wasting time upgrading a new profile from scratch.
Using parallel spaces and application clones
For advanced users who need to constantly switch between two or more accounts Durak Online, there are special functions in Android shells. Many smartphone manufacturers, such as Xiaomi, Samsung or Huaweioffer built-in tools for cloning applications.
The function may be called differently: Clone applications, Dual applications, App Twin or Parallel Space. It allows you to install a second copy of the game with a separate data storage. This way, you can keep two different accounts on the same screen and switch between them instantly.
- 🔍 Go to your smartphone settings and find the cloning section.
- 📲 Select Durak Online from the list of apps available for cloning.
- 🆕 A second game icon with a small lock icon or number 2 will appear on the desktop.
- 🎮 Launch the clone and log in with the second account.
If your phone model does not support this function natively, you can use third-party applications from Google Play, such as Parallel Space or 2Accounts. They create a virtual environment within which a copy of the game runs. This solution is ideal for those who want to separate a personal game and, for example, an account for streaming or training newbies.
⚠️ Attention: Using third-party clone apps may consume more RAM and battery power, and sometimes cause delays in the game.
When using clones, it is worth considering that each application instance runs as an independent app. Updating the game may require updating both clones. In addition, some anti-cheat systems may consider the use of virtual environments to be suspicious activity, although this rarely becomes a problem for card games.
Cloning applications is the best way to play simultaneously from two accounts without constant logs and data resets.
Frequent errors and how to resolve them
During the process of changing accounts, users often encounter technical problems that may seem fatal, but actually have a simple solution. One of the most common errors is a message that “the account is already linked to another device” or “invalid verification code.”
If you do not receive an SMS with the code, check whether the short number is blocked by your telecom operator. Also make sure you have funds in your account if you are roaming. Sometimes switching the network mode from 4G to 3G or turning on airplane mode for a few seconds to reboot the communication module helps.
Another common problem occurs when logging in via Google Play. If the game does not see the account, go to the phone settings, section Accounts, and make sure that the required Google profile is added and synchronized. Sometimes you need to clear the data of the service itself Google Play Gamesto reset the authorization cache.
What to do if the game writes "Server error" when changing an account?
Usually this is temporary technical work on the developer's side. Wait 15-30 minutes and try again. If the error persists, check your Internet connection or try switching from Wi-Fi to a mobile network. In rare cases, the problem may be in an outdated version of the client - update the game in the store.
Can I transfer chips from one account to another?
No, the developers strictly prohibit the transfer of game currency between accounts. This is considered a violation of the rules and can lead to blocking of both profiles for suspicion of multi-accounting or selling resources. Each account exists in isolation.
How to unlink a phone number from an account?
There is no direct function to “unlink a number” in the game. To change your number, you need to link your account to the social network, log out, and then log in with the new number. The old number will remain in the database as historical, but access to the profile will be carried out through the new login method.
Is it safe to use Android emulators on a PC to change accounts?
The use of emulators (BlueStacks, Nox) is not officially prohibited, but may cause control problems, since the game is optimized for touch input. Changing accounts on the emulator follows the same principles as on the phone, but the risk of blocking is higher due to suspicious activity from the emulated device.
Why did purchases disappear after changing the account?
Purchases are tied to the store (Google Play or App Store) and the account from which they were made. If you are logged in with a new game profile, but your old account is still in the app store, try restoring your purchases in the game settings. If it doesn’t help, log into the store using the account where the chips were purchased.