If youre an eBay user, you may have chosen a username when you signed up.

If it is available, your username will be changed immediately, and you will receive a confirmation message.

If it is not available, you will need to choose another username.

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However, while the app provides users with many features, it has limitations.

One such limitation is that changing your username within the app is not an option.

You will see your email and phone number if you navigate to the configs and Account Info section.

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Changing your username through this section of the app is not possible.

So, what should you do if you want to change your username?

Fortunately, there is a way to do it through your mobile online window.

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After that, you’ve got the option to follow the instructions described above.

When creating a new username, you must ensure it meets eBays guidelines.

Your new username musthave at least six charactersand can include letters, numbers, and some symbols.

However, its important to notethat you cant add spaces or use certain special charactersin your username.

These characters include @, &, , (, ), <, and >.

Its also essential to remember that youcan only change your eBay username once every 30 days.

So, choosing a username, youll be happy with for the next month is crucial.

Sometimes, eBay may restrict your ability to change your username altogether.

Who can see your username on eBay?

Your username on eBay is visible to other eBay users across your account.

When you buy or sell items on eBay, your username appears alongside any feedback you receive.

eBay may remove or require users to change their usernames if they violate these policies.

Therefore, its important to choose a username that does not infringe on the rights of others.