You can change your Truth Social username once every 30 days through your account settings

Truth Social lets you change the username you display to other users, but the change takes effect when ready and you can only do it once per month. The process takes about two minutes and happens entirely within the app or website — you do not need to contact support unless something goes wrong.

Your username is different from your display name. The username is what appears in your profile URL and what people type to mention you; the display name is the full name or label shown on your profile card. Truth Social lets you change both, but they work separately.

Key Takeaways

  • You can change your Truth Social username once every 30 days from the account settings menu.
  • The new username takes effect right away, and your old username becomes available for someone else to claim.
  • Your display name and username are separate — you can change one without changing the other.
  • If you have already changed your username recently, you will see a countdown timer showing when you can change it again.

How to change your username on the Truth Social app

Open Truth Social and tap the menu icon (three horizontal lines) in the bottom right corner. Tap your profile picture or name to go to your profile page. Tap the gear icon or "Settings" option — the exact label depends on which version of the app you have.

Tap "Account" or "Account Settings." Look for an option labeled "Username" or "Change Username." Tap it and type your new username in the text field. Truth Social will tell you right away if the username is already taken or if it breaks the site's rules (for example, usernames cannot start with a number). Once you see a green checkmark or confirmation message, tap "Save" or "Confirm."

The change is live when ready. Your old username is released and can be claimed by someone else after a short delay. You will not be able to change your username again until 30 days have passed.

How to change your username on the Truth Social website

Log into Truth Social on your computer browser. Click your profile picture in the top right corner and select "Settings" from the dropdown menu. Click "Account" in the left sidebar.

Scroll down until you see the "Username" field. Click the pencil icon next to it or click directly in the field to edit. Type your new username and click "Save" or press Enter. You will see a confirmation message if the change went through. If the username is taken or invalid, Truth Social will show an error message and let you try again.

What happens to your old username

When you change your username, your old one does not stay reserved for you. Other users can claim it after a waiting period, which Truth Social does not publicly specify but typically lasts a few hours to a day. If you think you might want to use an old username again, do not change to something new unless you are sure.

Any posts, replies, or messages you sent under your old username stay attached to your account. People who mentioned you using your old username will see that mention still points to your profile, even though your username has changed. Links to your old profile URL will redirect to your new one.

The 30-day waiting period between changes

Truth Social enforces a 30-day cooldown between username changes to prevent spam and account takeover attempts. If you try to change your username before 30 days have passed since your last change, you will see a message telling you when you can change it next.

This timer resets each time you make a change, so if you change your username on January 15, you cannot change it again until February 14. The countdown appears in your account settings so you always know when you are may be able to access to change again.

Troubleshooting username changes that do not go through

If you see an error message when you try to save a new username, check these common issues. The username may already be taken — try a different one. Truth Social may reject usernames that are too similar to existing ones or that contain certain words or patterns. Usernames must be between 3 and 15 characters and can include letters, numbers, and underscores, but cannot start with a number.

If you are still within your 30-day waiting period, you will not be able to change your username at all. Log out and back in to refresh your account settings, then check again. If the problem persists, you may need to contact Truth Social support through the app or website, though response times can be slow.

Changing your display name instead of your username

If you want to change how your name appears on your profile but keep your username the same, you can edit your display name separately. Go to Settings > Account and look for "Display Name" or "Full Name." This field is usually above or below the username field. Type your new display name and save.

Display names do not have the same restrictions as usernames — you can change them as often as you want, and they can include spaces, special characters, and emoji. Changing your display name does not affect your username or trigger the 30-day cooldown.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my username more than once in 30 days?

No. Truth Social locks you out of changing your username for 30 days after each change. The timer starts from the moment you save the new username, not from when you started the process. You can see exactly when you will be may be able to access to change again in your account settings.

What if someone takes my old username after I change it?

Once your old username is claimed by someone else, you cannot get it back unless that person changes their username or deletes their account. There is no way to reserve a username or put it on a waiting list. If you think you might want to use an old username again, keep that in mind before you change.

Does changing my username affect my followers or posts?

No. Your followers stay connected to your account, and all your old posts remain under your profile. People who followed you under your old username will still follow you under your new one. Mentions and replies to your old username will still point to your account.

Can I use special characters or spaces in my username?

Usernames can include underscores but not spaces or most special characters. They must be 3 to 15 characters long and cannot start with a number. If Truth Social rejects your username choice, try removing special characters or using an underscore instead of a space.

What if I forgot what my current username is?

Go to your profile page and look at the URL in your browser's address bar — it will show your current username. You can also tap your profile picture and look at the name displayed under your profile photo. That is your username.