# How to Change the WordPress User's Display Name

Changing your display name allows you to personalize how your name appears on posts and comments.

* Log in to the **WordPress dashboard**.
* From the Dashboard menu, go to **Users** and click on **Profile**.

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* Locate **Nickname** and enter your new name.

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* From the **Display name publicly as** dropdown, select your newly added nickname.

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* Scroll down to the bottom of the page and click on **Update Profile**.

{% hint style="info" %}
Your display name can be different from your login name, giving you flexibility in how you present yourself online.
{% endhint %}