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Change your username or name

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You can update your username or name by editing your Whatnot profile.

All profile information — including your username and name — must follow Whatnot's Community Guidelines. Choose something that represents you and helps keep Whatnot a positive, welcoming space for everyone.

Change your username 

Your username is visible across Whatnot — on your profile, in chat, on orders, and more.

Before your change your username, make sure: 

  • You have no pending orders (buyer or seller). All orders must be marked Complete, which is usually about 30 days after delivery.

  • You haven’t changed it in the last 24 hours.

  • It follows our format rules:

    • Lowercase letters, numbers, and underscores (_) only.

    • No spaces or special characters.

    • 30 characters or fewer.

Change your username on the app
  1. Tap your Account icon in the bottom right.
  2. Tap View Profile next to your username.
  3. Tap Edit Profile.
  4. Select the Username field and enter your new username.
  5. Save your changes.
Change your username on web
  1. From whatnot.com, click your account icon in the top right.
  2. Choose Account Settings.
  3. Select View Profile on the top left.
  4. Click Edit Profile.
  5. In the Username field, enter your new username.
  6. Click Save Changes.

Note: Keep your account active to avoid automatic username changes or account deactivation.

Change your name

Your name appears publicly on your profile.

You can update it anytime. Use your first name, full name, or a nickname that feels right for you.

Change your name on the app
  1. Tap your Account icon in the bottom right corner.
  2. Tap View Profile next to your username.
  3. Tap Edit Profile.
  4. Select the Name field and enter your new name.
  5. Save your changes.
Change your name on web
  1. From whatnot.com, click your account icon in the top right.
  2. Choose Account Settings.
  3. Select View Profile on the top left.
  4. Click Edit Profile.
  5. In the Name field, enter your new name.
  6. Click Save Changes.

Tip: If you’d prefer to keep your name private, contact our support team.

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