How to Change Your Instagram Username

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Open the Instagram app.

   Tap on its icon from the home screen of your phone, or search for it and tap on the app that appears as a result.
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   Step 2: Tap on the profile avatar.

   This is the icon in the bottom-right corner of the app that is in the shape of a person.
   
   Clicking on this icon will bring you to your Instagram profile. , This is the gray button located underneath your number of posts and followers. , This box displays your current username, and is where you will change it. , This will not automatically save it. , This button is at the bottom of the page.
   
   If your new username is unavailable because it has already been chosen by another user, a red message reading "Sorry, that username is taken." will display at the bottom of the screen.
   
   If the username is available, a green message reading "Profile saved!" will display at the bottom of the screen.
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   Step 3: Tap on "Edit Your Profile".

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   Step 4: Tap on the Username box.

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   Step 5: Type in your new username.

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   Step 6: Hit Done when you are satisfied with your new username.

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