Snapchat Users can now Change Their Username
Snapchat users will soon be able to change their usernames on the photo- and video-sharing platform.
Beginning February 23, the much-anticipated functionality will be available on both Android and iOS devices.
Snapchat users can now delete their original usernames without having to create an entirely new account. The company confirmed that changing users’ usernames will have no effect on their accounts, friend lists, Snap codes, Snap scores, or memories. It should be noted that users will only be able to change it once per year.
Snapchat announced the release of the new update on Friday. As previously stated, the option to change usernames will be available beginning February 23.
Snapchat announced the release of the new update on Friday. As previously stated, the option to change usernames will be available beginning February 23. To change one’s Snapchat username, simply follow a few simple steps.
How to Change Your Snapchat Username
You can change your Snapchat username once a year by following these steps:
- Open the Snapchat account and tap the Bitmoji icon to head to the profile screen.
- Select settings by tapping on the gear icon.
- Tap Username, and select Change Username.
- Click continue on the pop-up and enter the new Username.
- Click on next.
Previously, Snapchat did not allow users to change their usernames for security reasons.
The social media platform has recently begun testing a number of new features. It is introducing a new set of parental controls on the app to protect users between the ages of 13 and 17. Snap has stated that it will limit the Quick Add feature to prevent adult strangers from finding minors on the app and adding them as friends.
The company is also working to improve its systems for detecting drug-related content and assisting law enforcement agencies with their investigations. Snap is also experimenting with mid-roll advertisements, which allow creators to earn money from their work on the app.
It is currently available in the Snapchat Stories for a select group of creators in the US.
