How to Change Your TikTok Name Before 7 Days

You’ve just updated your TikTok name, triple-checked it for typos, but noticed a mistake milliseconds after hitting save. Or maybe a new, creative name idea came to you shortly after. Now you’re stuck with that dreaded notification: The username can only be changed once every seven days. Frustrating, right? This guide will walk you through the steps users have taken to bypass that seven-day waiting period and also provides a backup plan if those tricks don’t work for you.

First, The Standard Way to Change Your TikTok Name

Before we get into workarounds, let's quickly cover the official process. If you’re not up against the time limit, changing your TikTok name (which appears on your profile) and username (your unique @handle) is straightforward. TikTok’s policy allows you to change your username once every 30 days and your name once every seven days. This article specifically focuses on changing your name, which appears below your profile photo.

Here’s how you do it:

1. Open the TikTok app and go to your Profile tab in the bottom-right corner.
2. Tap the Edit profile button directly below your profile picture.
3. Select the Name option.
4. Type in your new desired name and tap Save.

If you've done this within the last week, you'll see a warning locking you out. This restriction helps prevent spam, confusion, and impersonation by frequently changing identities. Although well-intentioned, it doesn’t help when you’ve made an honest mistake.

The Workaround: How to Potentially Change Your TikTok Name Before 7 Days

Stuck waiting? Here’s a popular trick some users report success with: manipulate your phone's date and time settings to make the TikTok app think seven days have passed.

Understanding the Method: The Date &, Time Trick

The logic is simple: Many apps with time-based restrictions use your device's internal clock to enforce rules. By manually setting your phone’s date forward by seven or eight days, you can potentially bypass this restriction. It doesn't always work, as some apps sync with their servers to verify the time, but for simpler checks, it can work.

A friendly heads-up: This is unofficial and isn't guaranteed to work. TikTok may update its app to close this loophole. Adjusting your phone’s date can also affect other apps. Thankfully, it’s easily reversible by setting the date back to automatic.

Step-by-Step Instructions for iPhone (iOS)

If you have an iPhone, follow these steps. Ensure the TikTok app is closed before starting. Double-tap your home button or swipe up from the bottom to open the app switcher, then swipe TikTok away.

1. Open the Settings app on your iPhone.
2. Scroll down and tap on General.
3. Find and select Date &, Time.
4. Toggle off Set Automatically to change the date manually.
5. Tap on the current date in blue.
6. In the calendar, swipe to the next month or move the date wheel forward at least 8 days.
7. Leave Settings and reopen TikTok.
8. Navigate back to Profile >, Edit Profile >, Name.
9. If it works, enter your new name and save it.
10. Go back to Settings >, General >, Date &, Time and toggle Set Automatically back on.

If you can now edit your name, congratulations! If it doesn’t work, keep reading for alternative options.

Step-by-Step Instructions for Android

The process for Android is similar. Settings names might vary by manufacturer (Samsung, Google Pixel, etc.). Ensure TikTok is closed before starting.

1. Open Settings on your Android device.
2. Scroll down and tap General Management or System (look for date and language settings).
3. Tap Date and time.
4. Disable Automatic date and time.
5. Tap Set date and move it forward at least 8 days.
6. Exit Settings and reopen TikTok.
7. Go to Profile >, Edit Profile >, Name.
8. If the field is editable, enter your new name and save it.
9. Remember to go back to Settings >, System >, Date &, Time and re-enable Automatic date and time.

What to Do If the Workaround Doesn't Work

If the trick fails, as apps advance, local hacks like this may not work. You still have other options.

Option 1: Reach Out to TikTok Support

This requires patience but can work with a helpful agent. TikTok Support manages account issues, and a one-time name change request is small.

• Navigate to "Report a Problem": Open TikTok, go to your profile, tap the three horizontal lines in the top-right, then select Settings and privacy.
• Find the right topic: Scroll to Report a problem. Narrow down topics like "Account and profile" to "Editing profile." If needed, use "Suggestions."
• Write a clear, polite ticket: Explain your situation simply. State you made a typo or changed your mind after saving. Politely ask if they can make a one-time exception to reset the cooldown.

Be patient. You might get an automated response or be told to adhere to their policy. However, a polite note might do the trick.

Option 2: Strategic Move - Use the 7-Day Wait to Your Advantage

If support isn’t immediate, reframe the wait as an opportunity. It prevents passive mistakes and prompts thoughtfulness.

Reflect on Your New Name

Use this time to perfect your name. Is it easy to spell? Does it reflect your niche? Is it memorable? Write down variations, say them aloud, and get feedback from friends or colleagues.

Check for Availability Everywhere

Ensure you can use your great new name across all platforms. Your TikTok name should align with your social handles on Instagram, YouTube, X, etc. Consistency builds recognition. Use a username checker to see if the handle is available before committing.

Plan Your Content Strategy

With your name on hold, focus on your content. Brainstorm ideas, draft TikTok scripts, or plan campaigns. Change your name, then launch fresh content immediately.

Final Thoughts

Being stuck with a name-change limit can be annoying, but you have options. The time-and-date trick may work but isn't guaranteed. More reliably, contact TikTok Support or use the wait to perfect your branding across platforms.

Managing multiple social media accounts can be overwhelming. Instead of juggling TikTok, Instagram, and others, consider a platform like Postbase. It provides a single visual calendar to plan, schedule, and see everything in one place, helping you keep your new branding consistent after putting so much effort into perfecting it.