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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.


Current requests

Please note that renaming users puts a large load on the database. Please do not request a rename unless it is necessary. If you have only a few edits, see the alternatives above.

  • You must use the form shown in the gray box below. If you do not do this, your request will be ignored. Don't forget to sign your name with four tildes, as indicated.
=== MyOldUsername → MyNewUsername ===
* Current name: MyOldUsername
* Requested name: MyNewUsername
* Reason: MyVeryConvincingReason. Thank you. ~~~~
  • Check this page periodically to see whether a bureaucrat has fulfilled your request or whether additional information is required. If the request has been fulfilled, read the "Once fulfilled" section for further instructions; of particular importance is the renaming of your userpages to reflect the name change.
Add new requests to the bottom of the page.

The Moneycruncher → TPIMaster

If my name is changed, post it on my talk page.

I'm afraid that's too close to User:DaBomb, and we also have User:Da bomb and User:Dabomb. Maybe you could pick a more distinctive username? Thanks, Redux 16:46, 11 October 2006 (UTC)[reply]
User:The Key already exists. Unless you registered the name, you'll have to choose an alternative. Warofdreams talk 10:56, 17 October 2006 (UTC)[reply]

Gsmith1of2 → Onegoftwo

  • Current name: Gsmith1of2
  • Requested name: Onegoftwo
  • Reason: Please refer to my original sign up info and you will see the reason (password). I need my user name to be unique but would like to keep the account. It was an oversight on my part. The first user name I chose was already taken and when I typed a new one I typed the wrong thing. Sorry for the confusion. Help? Thanks. Gsmith1of2 20:24, 15 October 2006 (UTC)[reply]
I'm not quite sure what the reason is; could you explain? Unless there's a pressing need for you to make this username less visible, I'd suggest simply creating an account in the new name, as you have very few edits. Warofdreams talk 02:07, 19 October 2006 (UTC)[reply]


Bticho → BHT

  • Current name: Bticho
  • Requested name: BHT
  • Reason: Wish more privacy, please

Thanks Bticho 02:46, 18 October 2006 (UTC)[reply]

Like I said a few weeks ago, you'll have to confirm by signing in with the User:BHT account and replying, to confirm you have control of that account. Warofdreams talk 12:59, 18 October 2006 (UTC)[reply]


lewisd@oclc.org → Sincerity

  • Current name: lewisd@oclc.org
  • Requested name: Sincerity
  • Reason: Name change recommended by wikipedia. Thank you.
There is already a User:Sincerity. Unless you created that account, you will have to choose a different name. Warofdreams talk 02:00, 19 October 2006 (UTC)[reply]

Système → Rhizome

  • Current name: Système
  • Requested name: Rhizome
  • Reason: This is my fr.wikipedia username. "Rhizome" user name already seems to exist but it doesn't seem to have contributions. Thank you. Système 21:47, 18 October 2006 (UTC)[reply]
User:Rhizome already exists, so unless you created that account, I'd suggest waiting for the single log-in to solve this for you. Warofdreams talk 02:03, 19 October 2006 (UTC)[reply]


Bonafide.hustla → Certified.Gangsta

  • Current name: Bonafide.hustla
  • Requested name: Certified.Gangsta
  • Reason: I have received mocks and ridicules about my username from some hostile users. I would prefer to adopt a new name to avoid such harassments from happening again. Thanks for your time.--Bonafide.hustla 07:45, 19 October 2006 (UTC)[reply]
I'd be happy to rename you, but want to check that you are happy with your proposed username - I suspect that it may receive the same attention that has caused you problems in the past. Warofdreams talk 02:31, 20 October 2006 (UTC)[reply]

Thanks. But I guess I'll give myself a chance to make the change.--Bonafide.hustla 02:39, 21 October 2006 (UTC)[reply]

TVPR → Right to vanish

  • Current name: TVPR
  • Requested name: Right to vanish
  • Reason: I do not wish for my current name, which I am strongly associated with elsewhere, to remain active as I cease using WP. Thank you. TVPR 16:32, 19 October 2006 (UTC)[reply]
In that case I'd like "Floccinaucinihilipilification".--TVPR 17:37, 19 October 2006 (UTC)[reply]
I agree with Durin - "Right to vanish" is not an appropriate username and User:Floccinaucinihilipilification is already taken(!) Is there another name you would like? Warofdreams talk 02:34, 20 October 2006 (UTC)[reply]
Would Anonymous3190 be ok? If you are leaving, it doesn't really matter which name you choose. Tizio, Caio, Sempronio 09:19, 20 October 2006 (UTC)[reply]
For that sake, sure. I was thinking in the unlikely event I came back, but anon etc. is fine.

Cory K → Bellito

  • Current name: Cory K
  • Requested name: Bellito
  • Reason: This username is reflective of nothing and not in a different language. I prefer something in another language (my proposed new one is in Portuguese and Italian.) I'm unsatisfied with it, and it's boring. PLUS this is also my username on Club Penguin. Cory K 21:46, 20 October 2006 (UTC)[reply]
Beuraucrat: Has 131 edits, and target Username not taken — Deon555talkReview 04:23, 21 October 2006 (UTC)[reply]

Jamesonfarrell → Y8fgfdsfdfdfdrr

The name you requested conflicts with Wikipedia:Username (it's long and difficult to remember). Could you please choose another name? Tizio, Caio, Sempronio 12:47, 21 October 2006 (UTC)[reply]

Pierre Larouche

  • Two current names: Pierre Larouche, urbaniste and Pierre Larouche, président
  • Request: One single name Pierre Larouche, urbaniste

October 2006--216.252.84.14 19:37, 21 October 2006 (UTC)[reply]

Michael Jay Williams → The Pharmacist

  • Current name: Michael Jay Williams
  • Requested name: The Pharmacist
  • Reason: "Michael Jay Williams", isn't my real name and people keep getting me confused with all these real "Michaels", so I would like to be changed to avoid confusion and to allow me to make many more contributions on Wikipedia. Thank you. The Pharmacist 03:32, 22 October 2006 (UTC)[reply]

Tskoge → Tapir2001

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