How to Change Your Device Username on Windows and macOS

Learn the simple steps to change your device username for Windows and macOS. Update your profile with ease!

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To change your device username on Windows, go to 'Settings' > 'Accounts' > 'Your info,' and select 'Manage my Microsoft account' to make changes. On macOS, open 'System Preferences,' go to 'Users & Groups,' click the lock icon to make changes, and then right-click your user account to change the name. Restart your device for changes to take effect.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What are the steps to change my username on Windows? To change your username on Windows, go to 'Settings' > 'Accounts' > 'Your info' and select 'Manage my Microsoft account' to modify your username.
  2. How can I change my username on macOS? On macOS, open 'System Preferences,' select 'Users & Groups,' click the lock icon, then right-click your user account to change the name.
  3. Do I need to restart my device after changing the username? Yes, it is recommended to restart your device for the changes to take effect.
  4. Can I change my username without an administrator account? No, you need to have administrative privileges to change the username on both Windows and macOS.