How to Change Your Facebook Username

To make it easier for people to find your Facebook profile, change your username so your profile link is easy to remember. We’ll show you how to do this on Facebook’s desktop site, as the mobile app doesn’t allow you to change it. In case you’re unaware, your username is the text string that appears after…

In case you’re unaware, your username is the text string that appears after Facebook.com, the URL and takes people to your profile. For example, if your username is maheshm , your Facebook profile URL is:

https://www.facebook.com/maheshm

Facebook’s Username Requirements

When you choose a username, make sure it adheres to Facebook’s guidelines for usernames. Here’s what the official rules say:

You must not use a username that someone else is already using.
Your username can only have alphabets, numbers, and periods. Extensions like .com are not supported.
You must have at least 5 characters in your username.
Your username shouldn’t impersonate another user.

If your new username is in line with the above rules, here’s how to go about changing your current username.