For anyone who regularly shares content on social media platforms, having a unique and memorable username is crucial. More often than not, people who view your profile and follow your posts will have ...

Sometimes usernames don't age well, or they aren't as funny anymore. Whatever your reason, you can change it. Shelby Brown (she/her/hers) is an editor for CNET's services team. She covers tips and ...

Usernames are the lifeblood of most social media accounts, but finding a good one is always a struggle. Unless you created your account years ago, you’re unlikely to get the username you want, and ...

Instagram allows multiple username changes, distinct from display names. Users can make corrections within 14 days. Unique usernames are crucial, with availability updates on the platform. Instagram ...

Many social media platforms don't let you change your username once the account is set up, since it's a basic identifying element of the account. That's why it's a little surprising that Instagram ...

Your Instagram display name is an exciting opportunity to create your unique online identity. It's a fun aspect of your Instagram profile. Feel free to use letters, numbers, periods, and underscores.

Your username on a social network is often a reflection of your personality—but what do you do if you’ve changed and you want your username to change along with you? While some social services, ...

Unlike most social media platforms, Instagram allows you to change your username. Whether you've actually changed your name or just fancy something different for a while, it's quick and easy to alter ...

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Since Instagram debuted in 2010, many users have grown a lot alongside the app. Gone are the days of snapping a picture of a Starbucks frappuccino, slapping on the X-Pro II filter, and adding a ...

In this article, we’ll show you how to change your username on Instagram. Before we get down to it, though, do note that your display name and username are not the same thing. Your display name can be ...

For the most part, changing your Instagram username is a pretty simple process. It only takes a few steps, and you can get it done pretty quickly on your mobile device. Note: Instagram has said that, ...