Changing your display name on WhatsApp can be a quick way to refresh your online presence or ensure that contacts recognize you by a preferred name. This simple process will guide you through the steps to update your name on WhatsApp.
How to Add or Change Your Name in WhatsApp
- Open the WhatsApp application on your phone.
- Once you are on the main page, which shows your chat list, go to settings by tapping the option at the bottom right corner.
- On the settings page, tap on your profile icon.
- Tap over your current name to make changes. You can now clear the previous name.
- Type in the new name that you wish to be displayed.
- After entering the new name, hit the done button located at the top right corner of the screen.
- Your name has now been successfully changed. As a result, people who do not have your number saved will see the new name you just entered when interacting with you on WhatsApp.
Keep in mind, those who have already saved your number will continue to see the old name unless they choose to delete your contact and save it again with the new name.
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