Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple

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This is an old revision of this page, as edited by Mtnzll (talk | contribs) at 11:31, 16 February 2023 (→‎Bgscy → mtnzll: Reply). The present address (URL) is a permanent link to this revision, which may differ significantly from the current revision.

Changing username/Simple
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This page is a forum in which users can request, and global renamers (including stewards) can consider and carry out, requests to rename accounts to usernames that are not yet taken on any Wikimedia project. While global renamers carry out renames, other users (including bots) help by "clerking" the mechanics of this process. If you wish to help as a clerk, please read the linked page carefully.
Instructions
For help 'vanishing' from Wikipedia,
please see courtesy vanishing.

Once you have decided on the name you would like:

  1. Read this page first. You must be aware of, and understand, all of that information before requesting a username change
  2. Check to make sure this username is not already in use. Do this by searching for the name here. If the name appears in the results, even if on another Wikimedia project, it is taken.
  3. Do not create an account under the new name or move/redirect your userpages. We'll do that for you.
  4. Log in with your present username in order to place your request. Renames will not be approved if the requester is not logged in.
  5. Click here to place your request.
    • Add your desired username after NEW=
    • Add a reason for the change after REASON=
    • Do not change anything after CURRENT=
  6. Make sure that you have spelt your desired name correctly, including capitalization and spacing. Save the page. If your request is submitted malformed, please remedy it according to this page.
  7. Check back on this page periodically to answer any questions that may arise regarding your request. Please be patient. It may take a few days for your request to be completed. If you do not answer any questions, your request may be declined due to no response.
  8. Once your request has been completed, please do not remove or change your request. It will be archived automatically by a bot.
  • Requests that do not adhere to these instructions or that are grossly malformed are subject to removal.


Important Notes After you are renamed...
  • Due to technical limitations, usernames may not start with a lowercase letter. However, you may use the template {{lowercase title}} on your user and user talk pages, and change your signature to reflect your preference.
  • Underscores and spaces are considered identical by the MediaWiki software.
  • Use of a company, organization, group, website, or product name as a username is prohibited by the username policy.
  • Please understand the implications of using your real name before requesting a name change to it.
  • ... your name will be changed to the new one in the page history of every page you've edited.
  • ... your userpage and any subpages will be moved to the new name automatically. Please do not attempt to move them yourself.
  • ... links left by your previous signatures will still point to the old userpage; however, a redirect will be left behind to your new userpage.
  • ... your request will be automatically moved to the archives in the interest of transparency.


Knightoftheswords281 → Crusader1096

Robot clerk note: No problems found—cyberbot ITalk to my owner:Online 03:40, 3 February 2023 (UTC)[reply]
  •  Renamer note: Knightoftheswords281, the request has sat unanswered for over a week and it appears none of the renamers is keen on your choice of username. A username alluding to a religious war does not appear to me conducive to collegial editing. I'm not declining as a policy decision, but on a personal basis, I'm choosing not to use my renamer rights in this case. Cabayi (talk) 10:04, 11 February 2023 (UTC)[reply]

UNITED STATES OF LINKINPARK → UNITED STATES OF LINKIN PARK Alerts (2)

 Renamer note: UNITED STATES OF LINKINPARK, I altered the return character in your request to a space as it was breaking the templates. You have not used the account for anything other than requests to change username. More explanation than "A minor edit" is needed. Cabayi (talk) 18:17, 10 February 2023 (UTC)[reply]

Bgscy → mtnzll

Robot clerk note: No problems found—cyberbot ITalk to my owner:Online 10:30, 16 February 2023 (UTC)[reply]
 Renamer note: Bgscy Pseudonymous is not the same as anonymous. Wikipedia strongly advises against using real names or nicknames which can be traced to you -  Renamer note: Are you aware of (and comfortable with) the potential implications associated with using a real name? Cabayi (talk) 10:34, 16 February 2023 (UTC)[reply]
Hello, Cabayi. I appreciate your advise. I am aware of the implications associated with using a real name and that is why I want to change my user. Bgscy has references to my real name, mtnzll does not. Bgscy (talk) 10:39, 16 February 2023 (UTC)[reply]
You're missing the point. If you reuse the same pseudonym on multiple platforms, a mistake on one platform which leaks your identity leaks it for every platform where you have used the same pseudonym. Last chance to change your mind... Cabayi (talk) 11:27, 16 February 2023 (UTC)[reply]
I am aware of it. I would like my user name to be mtnzll, as I only use it on platforms that I want to keep my identity private. Thank you. Bgscy (talk) 11:31, 16 February 2023 (UTC)[reply]
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