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[Merged] Does Anyone Know How To CHANGE your Username

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[Merged] Does Anyone Know How To CHANGE your Username

I'd like to know if it's possible to CHANGE my username ..... Wanna keep hiding from those stoooples spies etc... thx!
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i don't think it is possible....but i guess you can ask a mod.....you never know....
i'm sure some people would LOVE to change their usernames!!
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Generally, we don't allow people to change usernames as it causes too much confusion. Furthermore, if we allowed one person to change their names, we'd have to allow everyone to do it which would result in an administration nightmare.
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Derek wrote:Generally, we don't allow people to change usernames as it causes too much confusion. Furthermore, if we allowed one person to change their names, we'd have to allow everyone to do it which would result in an administration nightmare.


hahah.

I wish I could change my username too. I came here, registered just for a PM. Since nobody can resist RFD, I was addicted. Then I got 700+ posts, don't want to start back at 0 now.
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mtevel wrote:I'd like to know if it's possible to CHANGE my username ..... Wanna keep hiding from those stoooples spies etc... thx!
Sure, you just don't want to remembered for starting that flower thread everywhere. :lol:
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Ojam wrote:Sure, you just don't want to remembered for starting that flower thread everywhere. :lol:
Which is the main reason why changing usernames isn't enabled.

Just imagine how many VD/Cummer wannabes would be changing their names once they make a complete fool of themselves.
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yeah, even on eBay I wish it wasn't allowed. Too confusing.
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this isnt in the faq, but it doesnt look to be possible... oh well....
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hello i didnt know where to put this but i'd like to change my username
this is so it's in line with my <a href=../autolink/redirectpage.php?linkid=78 target=_blank>ebay</a> and heatware account to show good feedback
old name - musak99
new name - eon90210

thank you!
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We do not change usernames unless there are some special circumstances. With that in mind, your best bet is to let us know that you want to close this account to open another with another name. We do not allow more than one account per user.
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but my post count my post count! yes i know it's nothing to be proud of but still...and that i would consider a special circumstance =)
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This would be a nice feature to have, although it would be difficult to implement. I've thought about changing my user name & wishing there was a way for me to transfer my posts #'s to a new username.
BUt I have to live with teh consequences.

I figure that some users may outgrow thier username after a few years. It would be nice if it was a feature available to you after you reach a certain number of posts?

I guess this is why people need to take precaution when choosing a username. Its almost like getting a tatoo. Once you have it its with you for life.
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i dont like to change usernames.

I have used this nickname since i got into computers.

i use it any forum or any stie i join.

so if you guys see Hughg that most likely is me lol.
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Why not try changing usernames on heatware or <a href=../autolink/redirectpage.php?linkid=78 target=_blank>ebay</a>. I know on <a href=../autolink/redirectpage.php?linkid=78 target=_blank>eBay</a> you can change your username without any problems.
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peoples_Flip wrote:Why not try changing usernames on heatware or <a href=../autolink/redirectpage.php?linkid=78 target=_blank>ebay</a>. I know on <a href=../autolink/redirectpage.php?linkid=78 target=_blank>eBay</a> you can change your username without any problems.
Ye i agree with him, you can easily change uesernames on <a href=../autolink/redirectpage.php?linkid=78 target=_blank>ebay</a> and heatware
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If we allow username changes it becomes problematic for moderation. This is especially true if a user is buying and selling as people dealing with them would have a hard time figuring out who's who. It's also be difficult for moderators to keep track of who they have warned, etc.
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Feb 8, 2005
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okay. thanks. derek do i talk to you for accoutn deletion?
i just have to finish some buisness i have using this name then ill open a new one
thanks
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why don't you just change your username for ebay?
I know <a href=../autolink/redirectpage.php?linkid=78 target=_blank>ebay</a> is easy to change your user ID
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because musak99 is what i used a long time, kinda a spam name
eon90210 has been my real username for years now
i came across this website through 1 link signed up..used musak99
didn't know i'd actually stick around!!! :)

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