YouTube Creators Can Now Change Their Channel Name Without Changing Their Google Account

YouTube Creators Can Now Change Their Channel Name Without Changing Their Google Account.

Previously, if a creator wanted to change their name on YouTube, they had to change their name and icon for their Google account as well.

For many, this was a frustrating and tedious task that didn't make sense, especially from a branding perspective.

Now, creators can update their channel name and picture without it affecting their Google account.

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However, if a creator is verified and changes their name, they will lose their verification check mark.

They must reapply to get it back.

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The new feature, which YouTube says is a "top request from creators," .

Is now available to both brand and personal accounts