How to change your YouTube channel name on desktop and mobile
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Devon Delfino
Sep 10, 2021, 00:29 IST
If your YouTube channel has changed over time, you may want to change your channel name to better reflect its content.
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You can change your YouTube channel name on a desktop computer, or via the mobile app.
Be aware that changing your channel name will remove verification, so you'd have to reapply.
Changing your YouTube name doesn't impact your Google name.
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Your YouTube channel name is supposed to encapsulate what your channel is about - but that can change over time. And if it no longer represents what you do, it may be time for a refresh. That means changing your channel name.
Here's how to get it done, and what it means for your channel and Google account.
How to change YouTube channel name on desktop
1. Go to the YouTube website and log in to your account, if needed.
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2. Click your profile icon, in the top-right corner of the screen, and select Your Channel.
3. Select the blue Customize Channel button.
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4. Select the Basic Info tab.
5. Click the Edit icon, which looks like a pencil, next to your current channel name.
6. Add your desired channel name in the text box.
7. Click the blue Publish button, located toward the top-right corner of the screen, to change your channel name.
1. Open the YouTube app and log in to your account, if needed.
2. Tap your profile picture, located in the top-right corner of the screen.
3. Select Your Channel.
4. Tap Edit Channel.
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5. Select the Edit icon, which looks like a pencil, next to your name.
6. Add your desired channel name in the text box and tap the check mark in the top-right corner, or OK, depending on your phone.
Can you change your YouTube name without changing your Google name?
Yes. Your channel name is separate from your Google name. That said, your YouTube channel name information will be stored within your Google account. And your Google account is considered your primary account, while your YouTube name acts as a public persona.
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