You cannot change your username on Truth Social after you create it
Truth Social does not offer a built-in feature to change your username once your account is set up. The username you choose during registration is permanent. If you want a different username, you will need to create a new account with the name you prefer.
This is different from your display name, which you can change at any time. Your display name is what appears above your posts and in your profile — your username is the handle that comes after the @ symbol and is used in your profile URL. Truth Social treats the username as a fixed identifier that cannot be modified through settings.
Key Takeaways
- Truth Social usernames are permanent and cannot be changed after account creation, unlike display names which can be updated anytime.
- If you need a different username, you must create a new Truth Social account and choose the name during the signup process.
- Your display name (the readable name on your profile) is separate from your username and can be edited in your account settings.
- Before creating a new account, consider whether you want to keep your old account or delete it, since both will remain visible unless removed.
The difference between username and display name
Understanding this distinction matters because you have control over one but not the other. Your display name is the full name or title that shows on your profile card and above each post you write. You can change this to anything you want, at any time, through your account settings. Many people use their real name, a nickname, or a business name as their display name.
Your username is the short handle preceded by @. It appears in your profile URL (truth.social/@yourusername) and is how other people tag you in posts. This is what Truth Social locks in place. If your current username no longer fits who you are or what you want to be known as, changing your display name will not solve the problem — you will still have the original username attached to your account.
How to change your display name if that solves your need
Before you go through the work of creating a new account, check whether updating your display name is enough. Open Truth Social and tap the menu icon (three horizontal lines) at the bottom right of the screen on mobile, or look for your profile icon on desktop. Select "Profile" or "Settings," then find "Edit Profile" or "Account Settings."
Look for the field labeled "Name" or "Display Name" — this is separate from your username field. Change it to whatever you want and save. The change takes effect when ready. Your username stays the same, but anyone visiting your profile will see your new display name first.
Creating a new account if you need a different username
If you need a different username, you will need to sign up for a new Truth Social account. Go to truth.social and select "Sign Up" or "Create Account." You will be asked for an email address, a password, and a username. Choose the username you want this time — remember that you cannot change it later.
Truth Social will check whether the username is already taken. If it is, you will see a message asking you to try a different one. Usernames can include letters, numbers, and underscores, and are not case-sensitive (so @JohnSmith and @johnsmith are treated as the same username). Once you complete the signup, your new account is active and ready to use.
What to do with your old account
After you create your new account, you have two choices with the old one. You can keep it running — it will remain on the platform with all your old posts and followers intact, though you will not be actively using it. Alternatively, you can delete it. Truth Social allows you to deactivate or delete your account through settings, though the process may take some time to complete on their servers.
If you have followers or people who know you by your old username, consider whether you want to post a notice on the old account directing them to your new one before you delete it. This is especially useful if you have built any audience or if people might try to find you by searching for your old handle.
Things to know before you switch accounts
Your followers do not automatically transfer to your new account. If you want the same people following you on your new account, you will need to tell them about the switch or manually follow them back. Posts, likes, and comments on your old account stay with that account — they do not move to the new one.
If you use Truth Social to log into other apps or services, you will need to update those logins to use your new Truth Social account. Check any third-party apps that are connected to your old account and disconnect them before you delete the old account, or you may lose access to those services.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I reserve a username before I use it?
No. Truth Social does not have a username reservation system. The only way to find a username is to create an account with it. If you want to hold a username for future use, you will need to create the account now, even if you do not plan to use it when ready.
What if the username I want is already taken?
You cannot claim it or request that the current owner change it. You will need to choose a different username. You can try variations like adding numbers, underscores, or abbreviations (for example, @john_smith or @jsmith if @johnsmith is taken).
Can I change my username if I paid for a verified account?
No. Verification status does not change Truth Social's username policy. If you have a verified account and want a different username, you would need to create a new account and go through verification again on that account.
Will people be able to find my old account if I create a new one?
Yes, unless you delete it. Your old account will remain searchable and visible on Truth Social. If you want it completely removed from the platform, you will need to delete it through your account settings.