Username claim
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The short answers to what people ask first.
YOUR QUESTIONS
Frequently asked questions
What is a username claim?
A request, made through the platform’s official process, for a username that is held by another account. It is not a purchase and not a transfer between accounts.
Do the platforms offer a claim button?
No platform has a single button for it. Instead there are reports and support forms, and which one fits depends on the situation.
Is a username on one platform tied to the others?
No. Instagram, TikTok and Snapchat run separate systems. A name free on one can be taken on the others.
Can you claim a username for a brand?
Often, when you hold a registered trademark that matches it. Read our brand and trademark guide.
Can you claim a username that looks inactive?
Only through a route that fits. Inactivity on its own gives you no claim. TikTok has an Inactive Account Policy, but applying it is TikTok’s own decision and cannot be requested. See which usernames can be claimed.
Do you buy, sell or swap accounts?
No. Not now, not on request.
Do you use bots or fake reports?
No. They do not work and can get your own account restricted.
Will I keep my followers or friends?
Yes. You change the username on the account you already have.
Who makes the final decision?
The platform. We submit and tell you what comes back.
How do I pay and when?
Terms are written down and agreed with you before anything is submitted.
Is Usernm part of Meta or Snap?
No. It is independent.
How do I contact Usernm?
WhatsApp +1 934 201 2490 or team@unbanz.com.
What is a username claim?
A request, made through a platform’s official process, for a username held by someone else to be made available to you. The definition guide has the detail.
What is the difference between taken, inactive and available?
Taken means an account holds it, inactive means that account is quiet, and available means you can register it now. See the three states.
How often can I change my username?
Snapchat allows one change every 12 months and TikTok one every 30 days. Other platforms differ. The change guide compares them.
What happens to a username after an account is deleted?
It depends on the platform, and none publishes a release date. See what happens after deletion.
What are TikTok’s username rules?
Letters, numbers, underscores and periods, with no period at the end, and a change once every 30 days. See TikTok username rules.
Is a username the same as a display name?
No. A username is unique and a display name is not. The comparison page explains the three terms.
What is the best way to get a username I want?
Start with free options, then the route that fits your facts. A ranked list is on the best way to get a username page.
Which is better: a claim, a username change or a new account?
It depends on whether the name is held and whether you already own an account. See claim versus change versus new account.
Want it handled for you?
Send the username on WhatsApp or email. You hear whether it looks workable, and the price is agreed before we start.