How to change your Reddit username? Here's a step-by-step guide

Reddit usernames can sometimes be regretted, but altering them is a complex process. This article provides instructions on modifying a randomly assigned username and establishing a fresh Reddit account.

Changing a Randomly Assigned Reddit Username on Desktop

Access Your Reddit Profile: Open a web browser and go to Reddit's homepage. Click on the dropdown arrow and select "Profile" from the options.


Initiating Username Change: A pop-up will appear, asking if you want to change your username. Click on "Change Username."

Choosing a New Username: Enter a new username, ensuring it falls between 3 to 23 characters. Pay attention to any red text warnings about username acceptability.

Confirming the Change: Reddit will ask for confirmation as the new username will be permanent. If you're certain, click "Save Username."

Changing a Reddit Username on the Mobile App

Access Your Reddit Profile: Open the Reddit app. Tap on the profile bar and select "My Profile."

Initiating Username Change: A pop-up will appear, tap on "Change Username."

Choosing a New Username: Enter a new username between 3 and 23 characters. Pay attention to the red text indicating username criteria. Tap "Next" in the top right when done.

Confirming the Change: Reddit will ask for confirmation as the new username is permanent. If you're certain, tap "Save Username."

Creating and Switching Between Secondary Accounts

Logging Out: To create a new account, log out of your existing one by clicking on the dropdown arrow and selecting "Log Out."

Signing Up: Click on "Sign Up" on the Reddit homepage, enter your email address, and click "Continue."

Creating a Username: Enter a new username and password. Click "Sign Up" to create the account (email verification is recommended but not required).

Switching Between Accounts: You can now switch between your primary and secondary accounts without deleting either.

FAQs:

Q1: Can I merge my two Reddit accounts?
A: No, Reddit does not provide a feature to merge or sync two separate accounts. Each account functions independently.

Q2: Is there any way to retrieve a deleted Reddit account?
A: No, once you delete a Reddit account, it cannot be recovered. Make sure to consider this before proceeding with deletion.