Changing Your TikTok Username and Profile Name
How do I change my username and profile name on TikTok?
Quick Guide: How to change your username and profile name on TikTok
- The username (also called handle) always appears after an “@”. It is displayed under your profile picture and is how others can tag and find you.
- The profile name (also called name or nickname) is shown at the very top of your profile.
Steps to change your TikTok username and/or profile name:
- Open the TikTok app and go to your profile (icon at the bottom right).
- Tap Edit profile.
- Now you can change your username (= handle) and/or your profile name (= display name).
⚠️ Note:
- The username can only be changed once every 30 days.
- The profile name can be changed once every 7 days.
Screenshots of the steps described above can be found below.



