How do I change a user on a forum? Help!

[donatello345]

I have not found a similar topic anywhere. But I'm very curious, is it possible to change the username on this forum?

I hope this topic does not count as spam, because I really need that kind of help.

[Welsh]

Its not possible in most cases. Sometimes requests can be made, but this is usually to do with privacy issues. The only real alternative, is to create a new user account. There's only been a handful that I know that have had their usernames changed, and these are usually somewhat high profile users that I know of. I'm not sure the reasons behind why they had their username changed, but it was probably for a fairly significant reason, especially in recent years since these requests are likely made all the time now that the forum is quite a bit larger than when I've seen usernames get changed frequently.

[donatello345]

Its not possible in most cases. Sometimes requests can be made, but this is usually to do with privacy issues. The only real alternative, is to create a new user account. There's only been a handful that I know that have had their usernames changed, and these are usually somewhat high profile users that I know of. I'm not sure the reasons behind why they had their username changed, but it was probably for a fairly significant reason, especially in recent years since these requests are likely made all the time now that the forum is quite a bit larger than when I've seen usernames get changed frequently.

I don't want to create a new account, I need to stay on this one.

But I also need to change my username, what method are you talking about?

[TryNinja]

You can send a PM to theymos or Cyrus with the reasons why you want to change your username. If they have time and are in a good mood, maybe they will do it.

[donatello345]

You can send a PM to theymos or Cyrus with the reasons why you want to change your username. If they have time and are in a good mood, maybe they will do it.

Thanks for trying to help me, but this is the administration, is there any chance that they will read my letter?

[TryNinja]

Thanks for trying to help me, but this is the administration, is there any chance that they will read my letter?

Yes, they are the only ones who can change your username. I don't know if there is any chance, but if you really want to do it, then why not? Otherwise, just create a new account or keep your current username.

[erikoy]

There is no option to change username in this forum. As mention by the reply above it is not possible to change username and the best way is to create alternative account.

Anyway, why want to change username? Do you feel your privacy gets compromised? Many of the users here are doing KYC including myself especially those days of bouny hunting in ICO projects. So, I think you can get used to it.

[donatello345]

There is no option to change username in this forum. As mention by the reply above it is not possible to change username and the best way is to create alternative account.

Anyway, why want to change username? Do you feel your privacy gets compromised? Many of the users here are doing KYC including myself especially those days of bouny hunting in ICO projects. So, I think you can get used to it.

I want to change my name because a lot of people follow my old name and I don't like that.

Do you understand?

[tranthidung]

I want to change my name because a lot of people follow my old name and I don't like that.

Do you understand?

Your account is one-year old, not too old. I don't know what you did in the past and want to erase it but one thing you have know.

Even if you get acceptance from theymos or Cyrus to change your username, your real username will still be here. Only your display name will be changed. Username is a fixed one on the forum (one member = one unique, unchanged username), admins don't change username.

This fact means if I know your username (= old display name too) and use it to search on the forum, I will find you but the result will show you in a new display name.

[mk4]

I want to change my name because a lot of people follow my old name and I don't like that.

Do you understand?

Them giving you a chance to change your username will completely mostly on your excuse. The "because a lot of people follow my old name" could probably be quite broad; because I assume some people could possibly be requesting a name change to get away from their shady activity. You don't need to publicize your excuse here in this thread though, just make sure to explain clearly when messaging the admins.

[donatello345]

I want to change my name because a lot of people follow my old name and I don't like that.

Do you understand?

Your account is one-year old, not too old. I don't know what you did in the past and want to erase it but one thing you have know.

Even if you get acceptance from theymos or Cyrus to change your username, your real username will still be here. Only your display name will be changed. Username is a fixed one on the forum (one member = one unique, unchanged username), admins don't change username.

This fact means if I know your username (= old display name too) and use it to search on the forum, I will find you but the result will show you in a new display name.

Then there is no point in changing the username, since any user can find me in the old way.
Thanks for the info!

I want to change my name because a lot of people follow my old name and I don't like that.

Do you understand?

Them giving you a chance to change your username will completely mostly on your excuse. The "because a lot of people follow my old name" could probably be quite broad; because I assume some people could possibly be requesting a name change to get away from their shady activity. You don't need to publicize your excuse here in this thread though, just make sure to explain clearly when messaging the admins.

I'm not posting any excuses here, oh my god.

I just wanted to change my username, and you're already making me some kind of criminal.

[mk4]

I'm not posting any excuses here, oh my god.

I just wanted to change my username, and you're already making me some kind of criminal.

Having an "excuse" or a valid reason in a way that they'll actually consider spending their time in changing your username. You're hugely overthinking what I said. "Excuse" doesn't automatically mean that you're hiding something or you did something wrong.

Also, if you want to change your username just because you want to without any reason whatsoever, then good luck because they're likely to not give you a chance.

[virasog]

I have not found a similar topic anywhere. But I'm very curious, is it possible to change the username on this forum?

I hope this topic does not count as spam, because I really need that kind of help.

Yes, you can change your username but you need 50 BTC for that purpose.  
Better stick to your account and stop thinking about this username change.

Q: I want to change my forum username. What should I do?
A: You can either donate 50 BTC to become a VIP or PM theymos asking to change your username (although he rarely accepts such requests nowadays).

[DdmrDdmr]

<…> Then there is no point in changing the username, since any user can find me in the old way.<…>

Not only that: If you leave your posting history intact, anybody who knew where you had posted before can easily browse and find the content, and they’ll see the new associated name to the post’s content. Additionally, I’ve just checked a couple of profiles that changed their name on the forum, and it’s pretty easy to get an entry on Google that point’s to their new profile whilst searching for the old name.

[CryptocurencyKing]

You can send a PM to theymos or Cyrus with the reasons why you want to change your username. If they have time and are in a good mood, maybe they will do it.

Thanks for trying to help me, but this is the administration, is there any chance that they will read my letter?

Like TryNinja rightly said, you have to send a PM if you're persistentbof not loosing what you've got. I can see you have 87 activities, 87 posts and 1 merit on your profile and have even attained a member rank and you can't just let it all go by creating a new account. That's the sacrifice you must pay if you aren't so satisfy with the user you now possess otherwise, send a PM to theymos or Cyrus. They are the administrators yes! And they are the best to help you solve your request with good reason.
You asked if your message would be read @OP, well yes, it would but it's a question of if it would be replied and that basically depends on your reason and if they are in a good mood as @TryNinja rightly said.
If you value the account so bad and with good reason to change your user, then give it a trier and PM.

[Maus0728]

There is no option to change username in this forum. As mention by the reply above it is not possible to change username and the best way is to create alternative account.

Anyway, why want to change username? Do you feel your privacy gets compromised? Many of the users here are doing KYC including myself especially those days of bouny hunting in ICO projects. So, I think you can get used to it.

I want to change my name because a lot of people follow my old name and I don't like that.

Do you understand?

@donatello345 , it is really impossible to change your username, unless theymos decided to give you a chance. In most cases, users that are given chance to change their name are those who aren't that long enough in this forum and mostly newbies. Check this thread from Meta where a user back then has been given a chance to change his username^[1], BUT with valid reasons (I guess). BTW, Here's theymos answering on a change name thread^[2]. Even most of us wanted it to be a feature here in the Forum. But it do have a lot of disadvantages when and if implemented, mostly to run out of problems (when you are very well known).


[1] - https://bitcointalk.org/index.php?topic=665508.0
[2] - https://bitcointalk.org/index.php?topic=232505.msg2464071#msg2464071

[molsewid]

I want to change my name because a lot of people follow my old name and I don't like that.

Do you understand?

The best move is to create a new account than wasting your time requesting to change your username for that reason. Even if someone can change it, nobody wants to change it for your reason. Do you think it's worth their time changing your username for that reason? Unless you have enough bitcoin to become a VIP in this forum.

[hatshepsut93]

Call me a cynic, but I don't believe anyone of the admins would bother doing this for a jr. member with no established reputation, as far as I'm aware so far the name change was only done for very prominent forum figures. If a new member would request it, I'm sure the admins won't bother to even reply, and you can totally understand that, because if they started doing this, everyone would start requesting it, and they will quickly become overwhelmed with requests.

[robelneo]

There is no option to change username in this forum. As mention by the reply above it is not possible to change username and the best way is to create alternative account.

Anyway, why want to change username? Do you feel your privacy gets compromised? Many of the users here are doing KYC including myself especially those days of bouny hunting in ICO projects. So, I think you can get used to it.

I want to change my name because a lot of people follow my old name and I don't like that.

Do you understand?

By default SMF forum member can change their name but if the community is growing the admin should change it because the name and reputation go together when you are part of the forum, this is one bad excuse and a lame one if you asked me, but you can try your luck creating another account is your best option this account is only Junior member you only need one merit and more activity to reach junior member rank on your another account.

[donatello345]

Call me a cynic, but I don't believe anyone of the admins would bother doing this for a jr. member with no established reputation, as far as I'm aware so far the name change was only done for very prominent forum figures. If a new member would request it, I'm sure the admins won't bother to even reply, and you can totally understand that, because if they started doing this, everyone would start requesting it, and they will quickly become overwhelmed with requests.

I sent this request to the administrators.
More than a day has passed, but I have not received any response.

I think I won't be able to change my username.