Snapchathas a small feature that most users will likely find very handy: The ability to change usernames.
This allows 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 customise your display name whenever you like. (Go hereto learn how to create or change your display name.) To see your username - or handle - tap on your profile icon at the top of the screen in the Snapchat app. Your username is shown next to your Snapchat score.
How to change your handle in Snapchat
To change your username on Snapchat, follow these quick steps:
Does changing Snapchat usernames impact anything?
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, when changing usernames in the future, you won’t be able to choose a handle that’s been used in the past - even by yourself.
The feature works in Snapchat’s mobile apps for bothAndroidandiOS.
Need more help?
Check outSnapchat’s support page herefor everything you need to know about usernames, including how to change them. We also havethis in-depth guideon Snapchat and how the app works.
Pocket-lint also has the following guides on Snapchat:
