Discord is changing the way usernames work, which includes cutting the four digits at the end of each handle. The chat platform announced the change via an official blog post on May 3. The ...

WhatsApp is finally getting rid of one of its most criticised limitations. For years, users had to share their phone numbers to connect with new contacts on the platform. That is about to change. Now, ...

The popular chat and streaming app Discord Inc. is undergoing a major change to require all users to edit their usernames to match other social media apps like Twitter and Instagram. The app has grown ...

In today's digital age, social media account usernames become a key part of many people's identities. Many influencers, ...

WhatsApp is preparing one of its biggest identity-related changes yet, allowing users to connect through unique usernames instead of revealing their phone numbers. The Meta-owned messaging platform ...

Say goodbye to your old Discord usernames. Discord has announced that usernames on its online chat platform are getting overhauled with, “new, unique usernames (@username) and display names.” The ...

WhatsApp is adding the option to register for a unique username. Usernames allow users to message each other without sharing phone numbers. Sign-ups are live now in the WhatsApp app for some users.

The messaging service, owned by Meta Platforms, said people can now reserve unique usernames, with plans for them to become operational later in 2026. Usernames give people more control over who can ...