YouTube Creators Can Now Change Their Channel Name Without Changing Their Google Account
YouTube Creators Can Now Change Their Channel Name Without Changing Their Google Account
YouTube Creators Can Now Change Their Channel Name Without Changing Their Google Account.
Previously, if a creator wanted to change their name on YouTube, they had to change their name and icon for their Google account as well.
For many, this was a frustrating and tedious task that didn't make sense, especially from a branding perspective.
Now, creators can update their channel name and picture without it affecting their Google account.
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However, if a creator is verified and changes their name, they will lose their verification check mark.
They must reapply to get it back.
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The new feature, which YouTube says is a "top request from creators," .
Is now available to both brand and personal accounts