Change your name on Flickr

You have two names on Flickr; your real name and your display name. 

Real Name

Your real name will be shown in the larger font. It will also feature on your photos and if you comment on other member’s photos. 

If your account is for business purposes, we recommend this to be your business name.

Display Name

Your display name (username) is shown in smaller letters underneath and will be shown on posts to discussions. 

Change your real name and/ or display name

1. Log into your account on a web browser*.
2. Click the three dot menu located next to your real name on your Flickr account (see above screenshot). 
3. Select Edit username or Edit real name from the drop down menu to direct you to your account settings.
4. Click Change beside the name you'd like to update. 
5. Enter the updated name.
6. Click Save.

*This action is not available within the Flickr app at this time.

Note: If the name you’re entering is not being accepted, it is likely already in use by either another active or deleted Flickr account. Get creative and pick something unique!

Also, please be aware, these names are not your login credentials. To log in, you need to use an email address.