
=== Username Changer ===
Contributors: digitalmeactivecampaign, ympno
Plugin URI: https://wpusernamechange.com
Tags: user, username, display name, login
Requires at least: 3.0
Tested up to: 6.9
Stable tag: 3.2.8
License: GPLv2 or later
License URI: https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html
 
Unlock the power to change WordPress usernames with complete security and data integrity.
 
== Description ==
 
### 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](https://wpusernamechange.com/) | [Pro ⭐](https://wpusernamechange.com/pricing/) | [Docs](https://demo.wpusernamechange.com) | [Privacy Policy](https://trsplugins.com/privacy-policy/)
 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aUZ4Wtrh2Gs
 
## 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**
Works seamlessly with Co-Authors Plus and other author plugins. Update usernames without breaking content associations.
 
## Key Features
 
✓ One-click username updates directly from user profiles
✓ Zero data loss — all posts, metadata, and associations stay intact
✓ Email notifications when usernames are changed
✓ Nickname support for additional flexibility
✓ Proper username sanitization to prevent security issues
✓ SQL-optimized for performance
✓ Multisite compatible
✓ Works with any WordPress theme
 
## Admin Settings Page
 
The plugin adds a settings page under **Users → Username Changer** with the following tabs:
 
* **Settings** — Configure username rules, email notifications, and message strings
* **Help** — Access the live demo and product walkthrough
* **⭐ Go Pro** — Unlock bulk username management and audit tools
* **Support** — Links to documentation and support resources
 
## Pro Version
 
Upgrade to [Username Changer Pro ⭐](https://wpusernamechange.com/pricing/) to unlock:
 
* **Bulk Username Updater** — Update hundreds of usernames at once via inline editing or CSV import/export
* **Audit Log** — Full history of every username change with timestamps and IP addresses, exportable as CSV
* **License Management** — Per-site license activation with automatic background verification
 
## Simple Setup
 
1. Install and activate the plugin (30 seconds)
2. Navigate to any user's profile page
3. Change the username instantly
4. The change applies across your entire site
 
No complicated settings, no technical headaches.
 
== Installation ==
 
= From your WordPress dashboard =
 
1. Visit 'Plugins > Add New'
2. Search for 'Username Changer'
3. Activate Username Changer from your Plugins page
 
= From WordPress.org =
 
1. Download Username Changer
2. Upload the 'username-changer' folder to the '/wp-content/plugins' directory of your WordPress installation
3. Activate Username Changer from your Plugins page
 
== Frequently Asked Questions ==
 
= Is Username Changer compatible with <a href="https://wordpress.org/plugins/co-authors-plus/">Co-Authors Plus</a>? =
 
Yes! Username Changer works out of the box with Co-Authors Plus.
 
= Will changing a username affect the user's posts, comments, or data? =
 
No. Username Changer only updates the login name. All posts, comments, metadata, and user data remain fully intact.
 
= Can I change the "admin" username? =
 
Yes. Changing the default "admin" username is one of the most common use cases and is fully supported.
 
= Can users change their own username? =
 
By default only administrators can change usernames. The Pro version adds configurable options for allowing users to manage their own.
 
= Is it compatible with WooCommerce? =
 
Yes. Username Changer works alongside WooCommerce without affecting orders, accounts, or customer data.
 
= What happens if I choose a username that already exists? =
 
The plugin validates the new username before saving and will prevent duplicates.
 
= Is it compatible with multisite? =
 
Yes, Username Changer works across WordPress Multisite networks.
 
== External Services ==
This plugin optionally sends usage data to TRS Plugins
when the site admin explicitly opts in. No data is collected without consent.
Data sent may include: admin name, email, site URL, WP/PHP version, and
plugin/theme list depending on the options selected.
Privacy policy: https://trsplugins.com/privacy-policy/
 
== Screenshots ==
 
1. Settings Panel: The settings panel allows you to configure username rules and message strings.
2. Changing A Username: Since version 3.0.0, usernames are now changed through the user profile page.
 
== Changelog ==
 
= Version 3.2.8 =
* Updated: Refreshed plugin description with full feature overview and admin menu documentation
* Added: Pro version feature highlights
 
= Version 3.2.7 =
* Updated: Plugin homepage and branding to TRS Plugins
* Added: Privacy policy link
* Maintenance and stability improvements
 
= Version 3.2.6 =
* Added: Optional usage analytics to help improve the plugin (opt-in, disabled by default)
* Maintenance and stability improvements
* Tested up to WordPress 6.9.4
 
= Version 3.2.5 =
* Maintenance release
 
= Version 3.2.3 =
* Added: DigitalME team as plugin contributors
* Updated: Plugin URI to https://www.digitalme.cc
* Updated: Refreshed plugin banner and icon assets
* Updated: Tested up to WordPress 6.8.3
 
= Version 3.2.2 =
* Updated: General cleanup
* Updated: Settings library
 
= Version 3.2.1 =
* Updated: Settings library (fixes sysinfo security vulnerability)
 
= Version 3.2.0 =
* Updated: Bring code up to reasonable standards
 
= Version 3.1.1 =
* Fixed: Issue with multicheck settings fields
 
= Version 3.1.0 =
* Added: Email notification support
* Added: Nickname support
* Improved: SQL performance
* Improved: Dynamically update profile files
 
= Version 3.0.1 =
* Fixed: Typo in readme file
 
= Version 3.0.0 =
* Improved: Replaced the clunky interface with an inline profile field (props: Danny van Kooten)
* Added: Settings panel
 
= Version 2.1.1 =
* Removed: Deprecated functions
 
= Version 2.0.5 =
* Fixed: Contributor field
 
= Version 2.0.4 =
* Updated: Plugin metalinks
 
= Version 2.0.3 =
* Fixed: User nice name support
 
= Version 2.0.2 =
* Added: multisite support
 
= Version 2.0.1 =
* Added: Proper username sanitization
* Improved: Minor code cleanup
 
= Version 2.0.0 =
* Improved: Converted to class-based structure
 
= Version 1.4 =
* Added: Include author url (nicename) in update process
 
= Version 1.3 =
* Fixed: Properly escaped vars on POST (I think)
 
= Version 1.2 =
* Fixed: Minor tweak to previous release
 
= Version 1.1 =
* Added: Action on All Users page
* Improved: User dropdown is now sorted alphabetically
 
= Version 1.0 =
* Initial release
 