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Username Changer
Unlock the power to change WordPress usernames with complete security and data integrity.
- Active installs
- 40,000+
- #896 of 1,000
- Downloads, all time
- 577.5K
- 577,485
- Downloads, 30 days
- 6.8K
- 1.6K in the last 7
- Rating
- 4.3 / 5
- 77 reviews
- Last updated
- 2 months ago
- Aug 27, 2026
- Version
- 3.3.1
- 24 releases
Upkeep and compatibility
| Last updated | August 27, 2026Updated in the last 3 months |
|---|---|
| Tested up to | WordPress 7.1.4Covers WordPress 7.1.4, the current release |
| Needs WordPress | 3.0 or newer |
| Needs PHP | Not stated |
| First published | May 15, 2012 |
| Support, last two months | 0 of 1 threads resolved (0%) |
Reviews
4.3 / 5 from 77 reviews
| 5 stars | 59 |
|---|---|
| 4 stars | 4 |
| 3 stars | 2 |
| 2 stars | 1 |
| 1 star | 11 |
Downloads, last 30 days
What the author says it does
Finally Change WordPress Usernames — Safely and Instantly
WordPress permanently locks usernames after registration. Username Changer breaks through this limitation, giving you full control over user identities without losing any data.
By TRS Plugins | Pro ⭐ | Docs | Privacy Policy
Why You Need This Plugin
WordPress locks usernames by default — but mistakes happen, conventions change, and security sometimes requires a reset. Username Changer lets you update any username instantly, directly from the user profile page, with zero data loss.
- Fix registration typos in seconds
- Standardize usernames across your organization
- Update compromised or generic usernames like “admin”
- Resolve username conflicts when merging or migrating sites
Trusted solution since 2011 with continuous updates and improvements.
Who Is It For?
WordPress Agencies
Standardize client usernames across multiple sites, fix migration errors, and maintain professional naming conventions at scale.
Security-Conscious Site Owners
Quickly update usernames if security concerns arise. Rotating away from “admin” is one of the easiest hardening steps you can take.
Community & Membership Sites
Allow members to update their own usernames, resolve disputes, and keep directories clean and consistent.
Content Sites with Multiple Authors
The opening of the plugin's own description. The full text, installation notes and changelog are on its WordPress.org page.
Questions the author answers
Is Username Changer compatible with Co-Authors Plus?
Yes! Username Changer works out of the box with Co-Authors Plus.
Latest changelog entry
- Removed: Promotional admin banners and setup wizard
- Updated: Tested up to WordPress 7.1
Screenshots
Settings Panel: The settings panel allows you to configure username rules and message strings. 
Changing A Username: Since version 3.0.0, usernames are now changed through the user profile page.
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Where this page's numbers come from
Read from the WordPress.org plugin API on , when WordPress 7.1.4 was the current release. WordPress.org rounds active installs into buckets. These are the directory's figures, not my verdict, and I haven't tested this plugin.