How to easily change your Snapchat username

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(Pocket-lint) – Snapchat is introducing a small feature that most users will probably find very handy: the ability to change username.

Snap said it will be rolling out an update globally later this month that will allow users to ditch the name they originally used without having to create a new account. Here’s what you need to know.

What is a Snapchat Username?

Your Snapchat username is set when you first create your Snapchat account.

A username is different from your display name, which is how you appear on Snapchat. You can actually customize your display name whenever you want. (Go here to learn how to create or change your display name.) To see your username — or nickname — tap your profile icon at the top of the screen in the Snapchat app. Your username appears next to your Snapchat score.

How to change your ID in Snapchat

To change your username on Snapchat, follow these quick steps:

1. Open the latest version of the Snapchat mobile app.
2. Go to profile screen
   • Tap the Bitmoji icon in the upper right corner of the camera.
3. Tap the gear icon
4. Select username
5. Select Edit username.
6. Now go ahead and change your grip!

Does changing my username have an impact?

No. In fact, changing a username won’t affect your contacts, Snap code, Snap score, or memories, according to Snapchat’s press release.

Can you change your username often?

No. You can only change a username once a year.

Can you use an old username?

No. Snap said that when changing usernames in the future, you won’t be able to choose a handle that has been used in the past, even by yourself.

When will this feature be available?

The ability to change your Snapchat username without having to create a new account will be available from February 23, 2022.

The feature works in Snapchat’s mobile apps for Android and iOS.

Need help?

Check out Snapchat’s support page here for everything you need to know about usernames, including how to change them. We also have this detailed guide to Snapchat and how the app works.

Written by Maggie Tillman.