How to Set Username on Telegram

Telegram gives users the freedom to personalise their profiles, and one of the most important ways to do that is by setting a username. A username makes it easier for people to find you, mention you in chats, and share your profile link without needing your phone number.

Your username is different from your display name. The username is unique and public, while the display name is simply the name shown in chats and contact lists. Choosing a memorable username can make your profile look more professional and easier to share.

Things to Know Before Setting Your Telegram Username

Before creating or changing your username, keep these rules in mind:

• Telegram usernames must be unique.

• They can contain letters, numbers, and underscores (_).

• Spaces and special characters are not allowed.

• Once set, your profile link automatically becomes t.me/username.

• You can change your username anytime, but it updates instantly and becomes public.

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How to Set Your Telegram Username

Follow these steps to update your username:

• Open the Telegram app on your Android or iPhone.

 • Tap Settings (☰ menu on Android, gear icon on iPhone).

 • Select Edit Profile. 

 • Tap Username. 

 • Delete your current username (if any). 

• Enter the new username you want to use.

 • Wait for Telegram to check if it’s available. 

• If available, tap Save. 

 • Your new username will appear instantly, and your profile link will update.

How to Set Your Telegram Username

Follow these steps to update your username:

• Open the Telegram app on your Android or iPhone. • Tap Settings (☰ menu on Android, gear icon on iPhone). • Select Edit Profile. • Tap Username. • Delete your current username (if any). • Enter the new username you want to use. • Wait for Telegram to check if it’s available. • If available, tap Save. • Your new username will appear instantly, and your profile link will update.

What If Your Preferred Username Is Already Taken?

Since every Telegram username must be unique, the one you want may already belong to another user.

If this happens, you can:

• Add your initials.

• Include a keyword related to your content.

• Add a simple number.

• Use an underscore.

• Try a shorter variation of the name.

Avoid using too many numbers or symbols, as they make usernames harder to remember.

Username vs Display Name

Many users confuse these two, but they are different:

• Username: A unique public handle that begins with @ and forms part of your profile link (t.me/username). It allows people to find and contact you without needing your phone number.

• Display Name: The name shown at the top of your profile and in chats. It does not have to be unique and can be changed freely.

How to Change Your Telegram Display Name

If you only want to change the name people see in chats:

1. Open Telegram.

2. Tap Settings.

3. Select Edit Profile.

4. Tap Name.

5. Enter your preferred display name.

6. Tap Save.

Your updated display name will appear immediately.

Tips for Choosing a Good Telegram Username

A good username helps people recognise and remember your account.

• Keep it short and easy to spell.

• Choose a name that reflects your personality or content.

• Use the same username across your social media accounts if possible.

• Avoid offensive words or unnecessary symbols.

A Telegram username is more than just a tag, it is your digital identity. Selecting one that is simple, memorable, and consistent makes it easier for people to connect with you and helps your profile stand out in a professional way.

How to Enable Two‑Factor Authentication on Facebook

Facebook is one of the most popular social platforms, and protecting your account is vital. Passwords alone can be compromised through phishing or leaks. By enabling two‑factor authentication (2FA), you add an extra step to your login process, making it much harder for intruders to gain access.

Enabling Two‑Factor Authentication on Desktop

• Log in at facebook.com

• Click your profile picture (top‑right) → Settings & Privacy > Settings

• Open Accounts Center

• Go to Password and Security > Two‑Factor Authentication

• Select the account you want to secure

• Choose a method:

  • Authentication App (Google Authenticator, Duo, Authy)

  • SMS Code (sent to your phone number)

  • Security Key (physical device)

• Enter the code and confirm

• Save your recovery codes securely

Enabling Two‑Factor Authentication on Mobile (Android/iOS)

• Open the Facebook app

• Tap the menu icon (☰) → Settings & Privacy > Settings

• Go to Accounts Center > Password and Security

• Tap Two‑Factor Authentication

• Choose a method:

  • Authentication App (Google Authenticator, Duo, Authy)

  • SMS Code (sent to your phone number)

  • Security Key (physical device)

• Follow the prompts to complete setup

• Store recovery codes safely

Why You Should Enable Two‑Factor Authentication 

• Protects against unauthorized logins

• Secures linked services such as Marketplace and business pages

• Provides peace of mind when accessing Facebook from new devices

Frequently Asked Questions

Is two‑factor authentication compulsory on Facebook? No, it is optional, but strongly recommended for account safety.

Can I use WhatsApp to receive codes? Yes, Facebook sometimes allows codes via WhatsApp.

What if I change my phone number? Update your number in Facebook settings before removing the old one, and keep recovery codes handy.

Can I disable two‑factor authentication later? Yes, you can turn it off in your Facebook security settings, though it is not recommended.

How To Turn-off Professional Mode on Facebook (easy steps)

 How To Turn-off Professional Mode on Facebook (easy steps)

If you haven't started using professional mode on Facebook, here is how to turn it on.

If you don't know much about professional mode on Facebook or you want to know how to turn it on, click here.

For those that are already on professional mode on want to turn off Facebook professional mode, here is how to do it below.

How to turn off Facebook professional mode 

• Visit your profile on Facebook 

• Click on the profile action menu ... the 3 dots

• Select Turn off professional mode and complete the steps.

This process can be done on Facebook and facebook Lite

This is what to expect when you turn off professional mode on Facebook:

Any of your existing insights will no longer be available.

You'll receive pending Reels bonuses, but future bonuses will be paused.

Your current friends, followers and profile content won't change.

If you change your mind, you can turn on professional mode at any time.

Your Who can follow me setting remains Public, but you can change it at any time in Settings.

Your privacy settings will not change.

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What is Professional Mode and How To Activate it on Facebook

 What is Professional Mode and How To Activate it on Facebook 

The trendiest thing right now on Facebook is the professional mode. Since this feature was rolled out by Meta, it has seen a great acceptance by the Facebook community.

Everyone is currently updating their post, showcasing how they successful activated professional mode

What Is Facebook professional mode?

Once you turn on professional mode for your profile, anyone can follow you and see your public content in their feed, but you'll still be in control of who sees what content you share. That means you can share public updates, or decide to share content with just your friends, too.

As you read down this post, you will see how to activate Facebook professional mode.

Meanwhile let's see the difference between this professional mode and personal account.

What's the difference between personal account and professional account on Facebook ?

Your Personal account is meant to keep up with friends and family on a daily basis. This is the place to share personal photos and status updates with people who are close to you. You can also use your personal account to directly message friends or comment on the activity they share on their personal page. You are limited to just maximum of five thousand (5000) friends.

On the other hands, when you activate professional account, you should expect the following:

Followers: Your Who can follow me setting will be set to Public, if it isn't already. This will allow anyone on Facebook to follow you and see your public content in their Feed. There's no limit to how many followers you can have. You can still share private updates to friends.

Profile category: Your Intro section helps people learn more about your profile and will now include a profile category. All profiles are set to the category Digital creator by default upon turning on professional mode

To change your profile category: In your About section, select Contact and basic info and edit your Category.

Insights: You can learn about your audience and understand how people are engaging with your content through aggregated Insights.

Professional dashboard: Manage your profile's insights and professional tools.

Monetise: If eligible, you can use your profile to earn money on Facebook, such as with Reels.

Now that you have known the difference between these two Facebook account, you can now decide whether to stick to your already existing profile or switch to professional mode. Incase you've decided to switch from your personal account, let's see how we can turn on professional mode.

How to turn on professional mode on Facebook?

• Open Facebook app (main app in blue colour not Lite)

• Go to your profile section 

• Now open your general profile settings by tapping on the three dots next to "Edit Profile," which is the profile menu tab.

• select the Professional Mode checkbox.

• When you reach the bottom of the page, scroll down until you see the option to "Turn On Professional Mode." Click on it, and you will then be prompted to turn it on once more. Click the blue bar that says "Turn On."

• Once you've done that, your Facebook dashboard will appear in professional mode. It's as easy as anything.

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If you feel you don't like the professional mode, you can always turn it off or deactivate it. It is easy just the same way you turned it on.

Here's a quick tutorial on how to turn off professional mode on Facebook.

If by any chance you didn't see the option to turn on professional mode, here's why it's like that:

Small percentage of Facebook users have access to the Professional Mode function. Facebook claimed in its statement that it would "expand to more people people shortly, additional countries in the coming months, and deliver more tools and capabilities over time, including access to more revenue possibilities and other platform features

I know you have gained a lot from this post, if you encountered issues while activating or turning on professional mode on Facebook, feel free to ask me questions or drop your questions in the comment section.

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