How to Change Your Facebook Messenger Username

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Open the Messenger app.

   It's the white bolt of lightning on a blue background.
   
   If you aren't signed into Messenger, type in your phone number, tap Continue, and enter your password.
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   Step 2: Tap the Home tab.

   It's the house-shaped icon in the bottom left corner of the screen.
   
   If Messenger opens to a conversation, tap the Back button in the top left corner of the screen first. , This is the person-shaped button in the top left corner of the screen. , It's one of the first options below your profile picture. , This option will pop up at the bottom of the screen. , Your username will have to be distinct (e.g., you can't use someone else's username). , It's in the top right corner of the screen.
   
   You have successfully changed your Facebook Messenger username!
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   Step 3: Tap the user profile icon.

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   Step 4: Tap Username.

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   Step 5: Tap Edit Username.

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   Step 6: Type in a new username.

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   Step 7: Tap Save.

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