Name update

Question

How can i update my legal name on my learn.microsoft account for pearson vue accout, to avoid any issue during the exam.

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Answer 1

You can update your Legal name on your Microsoft Learn profile under Settings https://learn.microsoft.com/users/me/settings

If you have an exam booked, you will be shown a message and link to contact Microsoft Credentials support https://aka.ms/credentials-support

Answer 2

To update the legal name used for Microsoft Learn and certification exams:

1. Sign in to the Learn profile that needs the change.
2. Open Settings: settings.
3. Follow the instructions there to update Legal Name.

Important details:

• The legal name must match the name on the government-issued ID used at the exam appointment.
• If an exam is already registered or scheduled, changing the legal name may require further review.
• If a message appears telling the account holder to contact Certification Support, file a ticket with the Credentials Support team.
• For Pearson VUE exam delivery or scheduling issues, use the support options listed in Credentials support.

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