How to change your username on Reddit

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If you’re new to Reddit, one of the first things you’ll notice after setting up your account is having a default username. What if you want to change it to something less generic than Virtual-Image561 or Traditional_Rate7196? If changing your Reddit name is something you want to do, this article shows you how to do it. Let us begin!

Qualifications required to change your Reddit username

In 2020, Reddit revealed that it had 52 million daily users to the Wall Street Journal. That’s 52 million usernames! Imagine where you are today!

If you signed up directly for a Reddit account, you’ve already created a username with custom credentials and you can’t change it. However, you can always create a new account.

Many people registered on Reddit using your Google or Apple account instead of creating one from scratch. Others simply used email. One of the three requirements for changing your username is to receive a randomly assigned one on Reddit.

If you want to stand out from the crowd of randomly assigned usernames, you need to make the change yourself. Fortunately, doing so is a quick and easy process that only involves a few steps, but you need to act quickly.

To change your Reddit username, you must do one of the following:

• You must register for a new account (the time limit for changing your username is not specified).
• You must register using a Google or Apple account (automatically generates the username that you can change).
• You must have an automatically generated username in general.

Reminder: Once you’ve chosen a custom username for your Reddit account, it’s permanent. You can only change a name if it is automatically generated, and once you change it to a new one, you can’t make any correction under that account. Therefore, be wise when making your decision!

How to change your username on Reddit on iPhone

If you are an iPhone user and want to change your Reddit username, follow these simple steps:

1. Confirm that you can change your username by logging into the Reddit app and clicking on your “Profile icon.”
   
2. Play the “My profile” option. The account must be fairly new and have an automatically generated username to work.
   
3. If you receive a pop-up window asking if you want to change your username, tap “Change username.”
   
4. Enter the username you want to use. Careful with that This option is a one-time action. You won’t be able to make corrections later. Tap “Next” in the upper right corner to save your new username.
   
5. Reddit will ask you to confirm that you want to use that username forever. Tap on “Save username.”
   

You have now edited your Reddit username to your liking.

Note: If you have already registered with a username (not assigned by Reddit) or have had one assigned by Reddit for some time, you cannot change it. If you are If you have a name you no longer want, you can always sign up for a new account and choose a different username. Remember Don’t let this action affect your entire history, followers or anything else!

How to change your username on Reddit on Android?

If you are an Android user and want to change your Reddit username, follow the simple steps below.

1. Confirm that you can change your username by starting the “Reddit” application.
   
2. Click on your “avatar,” then touch the “My profile” option.
   
3. If you are able to change your Reddit username, a pop-up window will appear asking you to confirm your randomly assigned username or change it to a new one. Tap on “Change username.”
   
4. Enter the name you want to use. Beware, this is a one time actionand you I won’t be able to make corrections later..
   
5. Tap on “Next” in the upper right corner.
   
6. Reddit asks you to confirm that you want to use that username forever. Tap on “Save username.”
   

Note that If you have already registered with a username not assigned by Reddit or have an older one assigned by Reddit, you will not be able to change it. You can always register with a new account and choose a different username.

How to change your username in a web browser

If you prefer to use Windows, Mac, Linux, or even Chrome OS to change your randomly assigned Reddit username (rather than using the Reddit app on a mobile device), follow these steps:

1. On the Reddit home page, click on your “profile avatar” in the upper right corner.
   
2. Choose “Profile” from the menu list.
   
3. A pop-up window will appear asking you to update your username. Click “Change username.”
   
4. Enter the username you want in the box. Then click “Continue.” Pay close attention to the red text below your username. Reddit has criteria that your name must meet and tells you if the username is available.
   

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In closing, Reddit is really about community, discussion, and sharing ideas. Your name and age mean nothing there. Additionally, your username only appears on your profile page. Everything else you do on Reddit uses your “Display Name,” but you must create one in your profile settings. You can change the “Display Name” any time you want and there are no limits.

As for usernames, maybe you wanted to change your teen username on Reddit, but you were disappointed because it’s not something you can do. Maybe your profile has a bad reputation? Maybe you had too many confrontations with other users? No matter your situation, allowing a single username forever is Reddit’s way of fighting cybercrime. You can only change your username while setting up your account. Lastly, if you plan to use Flairs, choose your username wisely.

Reddit Username FAQ

How do I correct my username?

Unfortunately, Reddit does not allow corrections to usernames. You can only choose one username that will remain forever. What you can do is create a new account with a new name. Remember that your old account activity will not sync with your new one, even if you sign up with the same email.

What is a style next to the username?

Flair is a tag you see next to the title of a username (or post) on specific subreddits that allow it. You can often see people from a particular group (for example, fans of a specific sports team) don the same style as a sign of recognition. Styles are also useful for filtering out content that you don’t want to show in your feed.

If I deactivate my account, can I reuse my username?

You may want to deactivate your Reddit profile and start over. Unfortunately, you can’t use the same username if you deactivate your Reddit account. You will need to create a new one with a new username. However, you can create and use as many profiles as you want.

How do I change my account?

If you can’t have the username you want, you can create a secondary account and switch between the two (or three or more). Here’s how you can easily switch between your Reddit accounts in the mobile app:

1. Open the “Reddit App” and tap your profile picture in the top left corner. Then touch “Settings.”

2. Touch the “Account settings” for your username.

3. Touch the “Arrow down” to the right of “Switch accounts.”

4. Select the account you want to use.

If you want to switch between accounts in a web browser without signing out, you will need the help of a browser extension. Installing something like BEEF will help you accomplish the task.

Reddit Usernames: A Permanent Decision

Although it may not seem like it, choosing a name for Reddit is a great decision because it is permanent. Take your time creating an account or allow Reddit to automatically generate your name by signing up with a Google or Apple ID to give yourself some extra time.

Do you have any thoughts on Reddit’s policy on username permanence? Share them in the comments p below.