Method 1 Change your channel name in the YouTube app
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Step 1: Open your channel
Open the YouTube app, tap your profile picture and then tap your channel name or View channel.
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Step 2: Tap the edit icon
Tap the pencil icon on your channel page.
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Step 3: Edit your name
Tap the pencil icon next to Name and type your new channel name.
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Step 4: Save the change
Tap Save. The new name can take a few days to appear everywhere on YouTube.
Method 2 Change your channel name in YouTube Studio
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Step 1: Open YouTube Studio
On a computer, go to studio.youtube.com and sign in.
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Step 2: Go to Customisation
Click Customization in the menu on the left, then the Profile tab (called Basic info on older layouts).
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Step 3: Edit the name and publish
Change the Name field and click Publish.
Frequently asked questions
How often can I change my YouTube channel name?
You can change it twice within 14 days.
Will changing my channel name change my handle?
No. Your handle (the @name) is separate. You can change it from the same edit screen.
Does it change my Gmail or Google Account name?
No. Your YouTube channel name and your Google Account name are separate.
Summary
Tap your profile picture, open your channel, tap the pencil icon and edit your name. On a computer, use YouTube Studio > Customization.
