I would like to change my profile name in Microsoft Teams

Nicole Aspers 0 Reputation points
2023-06-10T11:15:24.03+00:00

I am trying to change my profile name in microsoft teams. However I cannot find an edit functionality for this anywhere.

I clicked on my profile picture on the top right in the teams app. The following popup appears:

User's image

I would like to change the text "Praktijk Uit de knoop Nouwen". How do I edit this?

Note: I am on a personal account, not a business account.

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  1. Rob Walton 0 Reputation points
    2023-06-10T11:31:30.9566667+00:00

    To change your profile name in Microsoft Teams, you can follow these steps:

    1. Open Microsoft Teams on your computer or mobile device.
    2. Sign in with your Microsoft account or your organization's credentials.
    3. Once you're signed in, click on your profile picture or initials located in the top right corner of the Teams window.
    4. In the drop-down menu that appears, select "Settings."
    5. The "Settings" window will open. Look for the "Profile" section and click on it.
    6. In the "Profile" section, you'll see your current display name. Click on the pencil icon or the "Edit" button next to your name.
    7. A text field will appear where you can enter your new profile name. Edit the name as desired.
    8. After making the changes, click the "Save" or "Apply" button to save your new profile name.
    9. Your profile name such as cbum merch in Microsoft Teams will be updated, and it will be displayed to other users in the application.
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  2. Anthony Byansi 0 Reputation points
    2023-06-10T11:35:45.2233333+00:00

    Hey if you belong to an organization, then contact the IT specialist for consideration.

    try

    More info. here.

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  3. Arash Hoseinpoor 315 Reputation points
    2023-06-10T11:45:45.1333333+00:00

    In Microsoft Teams, changing your profile name can be done through the Microsoft 365 account settings. Here's how you can change your profile name in Teams:

    Click on your profile picture or initials in the top right corner of the Teams app.

    In the dropdown menu, select "View account" or "Manage account" (the exact wording may vary).

    This will open a new browser tab or window, directing you to the Microsoft 365 account settings page.

    On the account settings page, you should see your profile information. Look for the option to edit your name or display name.

    Click on the edit or pencil icon next to your name to make changes.

    Update your name as desired and save the changes.

    Note that the changes you make to your profile name in Microsoft 365 account settings will reflect in Microsoft Teams and other Microsoft applications associated with your account.

    If you are unable to find the option to edit your name in the Microsoft 365 account settings page, it's possible that your organization has restricted this feature. In such cases, you may need to reach out to your IT administrator or IT support team for assistance in changing your profile name. They can provide guidance specific to your organization's policies and settings.


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