Lorene Melone
How To Change Your TikTok Username and Display Name on Android for a Quick Update
So, you’re probably sick of your current TikTok name or display name and want a refresh. Honestly, it’s kinda weird how TikTok makes this process seem simple but then throws in those waiting periods — seven days for display name changes, 30 days for usernames. Not sure why it works that way, but hey, these are the rules. If you want to get your new identity out there, here’s how to do it without losing your mind. Expect to be able to update your profile info pretty easily, but with those restrictions, gotta plan ahead. And yes, sometimes the app just bugs out, so these steps are your best shot to get it done smoothly.
How to Change Your TikTok Username & Display Name on Android
Accessing Your Profile and Profile Settings
- Open the TikTok app on your Android device. If it’s not on your home screen, find it in your app drawer—because of course, TikTok has to make things a little harder than they should.
- Tap the Profile icon in the bottom right corner. This takes you straight to your profile page.
- On your profile, tap on the Edit Profile button. Usually, it’s a button near your profile info—if you can’t find it, it’s probably hiding behind some menu, but it should be obvious enough.
Changing Your Display Name
- On the Edit Profile page, tap the Name field. That’s your current display name.
- Type in your new display name — just be sure it’s something you won’t regret in seven days, because TikTok only lets you change this once a week.
- After typing your new display name, tap Save. It’s usually at the top-right corner. Expect a quick confirmation or a small delay—sometimes it fails and you gotta try again.
Note: Your display name can only change once every seven days, so don’t mess it up unless you’re willing to wait.
Changing Your Username
- In the same Edit Profile page, find the Username option. The username is what shows up after the @.
- Tap into this field and type your new username. Try to keep it under TikTok’s character limit—usually 20 characters, but it’s a good idea to keep it short and memorable.
- Remember, TikTok only allows username changes once every 30 days, so if you mess up, you gotta wait a whole month to do it again.
- Hit Save at the top of the screen once you’re happy with the new username. Sometimes, if the username isn’t available or violates policies, TikTok throws an error, and you’ll need to pick something else.
Extra Tips & Common Problems
- Making sure your username is unique: Before you type it in, do a quick search to make sure it’s not already taken. If it is, TikTok won’t let you use it.
- Character count: Keep your username within the limit, but also try to make it memorable and easy to read.
- Profile visibility: After changing your name, tell your followers if needed, or just wait for it to update. Sometimes changes don’t push through immediately.
Another thing worth mentioning: if you run into issues saying “Sorry, this username isn’t available,” try adding underscores or numbers — sometimes that helps get around temporary holds or restrictions.
Wrap-up
Changing your TikTok display and usernames isn’t rocket science — but TikTok does throw sleep timers into the mix, so planning your changes ahead is smart. Whether you want to freshen up your profile or rebrand completely, this is the way to do it on Android. Just keep in mind those waiting periods, and double-check your choices before hitting save.
Summary
- Open TikTok, tap your profile icon, then Edit Profile
- Change your Name and tap Save
- Update your Username, make sure it’s available, then Save
- Remember to wait 7 days for display name changes, 30 days for username updates
- Be patient if TikTok throws errors; sometimes it just needs another try or a quick restart
Fingers crossed this helps
Hopefully, these steps let you update your profile without too much fuss. TikTok’s restrictions are annoying, but once you get the hang of it, it’s all pretty straightforward. Good luck, and maybe think twice about your next username — just in case you wanna change it again soon.