Description
SmartUsername – Secure Admin Login Renamer & Username Editor Tool is the ultimate solution for WordPress administrators who need to modify user login names without the hassle of creating new accounts or complex workarounds.
Key Features
- Simple Interface: Clean, intuitive admin interface integrated seamlessly into WordPress
- Secure Process: Built with WordPress security best practices and proper nonce verification
- Administrator Control: Only users with proper permissions can change usernames
- Instant Updates: Changes take effect immediately with proper cache clearing
- User-Friendly: No technical knowledge required – just enter the old and new username
- WordPress Standards: Follows all WordPress coding standards and plugin guidelines
Perfect For
- Site Administrators who need to update user login names
- Agencies managing multiple client websites
- Membership Sites requiring username modifications
- Corporate Websites with changing employee usernames
- E-commerce Sites needing to update customer login names
How It Works
- Navigate to Users Change Username in your WordPress admin
- Enter the current username you want to change
- Enter the new desired username
- Click “Change Username” – it’s that simple!
The plugin handles all the technical details including database updates, cache clearing, and security verification.
Security First
SmartUsername – Secure Admin Login Renamer & Username Editor Tool is built with security as a top priority:
* Proper nonce verification for all form submissions
* Capability checks to ensure only authorized users can make changes
* Input sanitization and validation
* Follows WordPress security best practices
Support & Updates
This plugin is actively maintained and regularly updated to ensure compatibility with the latest WordPress versions.
License
This plugin is licensed under the GPLv2 or later.
Installation
- Upload the
smartusernamefolder to the/wp-content/plugins/directory. - Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ menu in WordPress.
- Go to Users -> Change Username to update the username.
FAQ
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Who can use this plugin to change usernames?
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Only users with administrator privileges (manage_options capability) can change usernames. This ensures security and prevents unauthorized changes.
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Can I change any username to anything I want?
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Yes, as long as the new username follows WordPress username rules and isn’t already taken by another user. The plugin will check for duplicates automatically.
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What happens after I change a username?
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The username is updated immediately in the database, user cache is cleared, and the change takes effect right away. The user will need to log in with their new username.
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Is this plugin safe to use?
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Absolutely! The plugin follows WordPress security best practices including proper nonce verification, input sanitization, and capability checks.
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Will changing a username affect user data?
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No, changing the username only affects the login name. All user data, posts, comments, and other content remain unchanged and properly associated with the user.
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Can I change my own username?
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Yes, administrators can change their own username or any other user’s username from the admin interface.
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Does this work with multisite installations?
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The plugin works on individual sites within a multisite network, but you’ll need to activate it on each site where you want to use it.
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What if I enter a username that already exists?
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The plugin will display an error message and prevent the change, ensuring no conflicts occur.
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Contributors & Developers
“SmartUsername – Secure Admin Login Renamer & Username Editor Tool” is open source software. The following people have contributed to this plugin.
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Changelog
1.0.0
- Initial release.




