How can I easily change my name on Facebook
Changing your Facebook name is a straightforward process. In this article, we will be taking a look at the step-by-step guide I how to change your Facebook name easily.
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Facebook has over 3 billion active monthly users, so it is safe to say that a good portion of those people would at some point attempt to change their name on the platform. People change their names on Facebook for several reasons, which include but are not limited to the reasons below.
Why change your name on Facebook?
- Privacy concerns
- Job search and professionalism
- Identity consideration
- Account safety and stalking prevention
- College application
Basic things you need to know
- You can only change your Facebook name every 60 days.
- Your Facebook name should be the name your friends call you in everyday life.
- Nickname can be used as a first or middle name if they are a variation of your authentic name, for example, Joan => Jay - Jay or Emmanuel => Emma.
- Titles are not allowed as profile names.
- Offensive or suggestive words are also prohibited.
How to change your Facebook profile name
- Open the Facebook app on an Android or iPhone
- Tap the menu icon at the top right corner of the screen for Android or the bottom right of the screen for iPhone
- Scroll down the list and tap ”Setting and Privacy”
- Then tap settings
- Tap on Personal and Account information
- Tap See more in the Account Center
- Select your Facebook profile from the Profile
- Tap Name and enter your new Name
- Tap on Review change
- Then tap save changes.
Conclusion
Changing your name on your Facebook profile is a straightforward process and many people change their name for various personal reasons. But remember, you can only change your Facebook name every 60 days and it must adhere to Facebook name changing policy.
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