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The '''renaming policy''' dictates the policy for Global renames. Global renames can be carried out by any [[Stewards|steward]] and [[System administrators|system administrator]]. | |||
== Simple renames == | |||
Simple renames, like changes from one non-controversial username to another that is not taken can be requested [[Special:GlobalRenameRequest|here]]. A steward will review your request and initiate the rename. | |||
== Simple | |||
Simple renames, | |||
Simple renames from a controversial username, such as a promotional username to another should usually be requested at [[Special:GlobalRenameRequest]], however if you are (globally) blocked, you may request a rename on your Meta talk page. | Simple renames from a controversial username, such as a promotional username to another should usually be requested at [[Special:GlobalRenameRequest]], however if you are (globally) blocked, you may request a rename on your Meta talk page. | ||
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== Complex renames == | == Complex renames == | ||
Complex renames, | Complex renames, like changes to an in-use username, cannot be requested at [[Special:GlobalRenameRequest]]. For that reason, we ask that you request complex renames on the talk page of this page. The account you wish to usurp must have no significant logged actions or edits (excluding vandalism). After a 14 day waiting period after notifying the user you wish to usurp, the rename will be completed. | ||
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Latest revision as of 15:06, 21 April 2026
The renaming policy dictates the policy for Global renames. Global renames can be carried out by any steward and system administrator.
Simple renames
edit edit sourceSimple renames, like changes from one non-controversial username to another that is not taken can be requested here. A steward will review your request and initiate the rename.
Simple renames from a controversial username, such as a promotional username to another should usually be requested at Special:GlobalRenameRequest, however if you are (globally) blocked, you may request a rename on your Meta talk page.
For technical reasons, IP addresses cannot be renamed.
Complex renames
edit edit sourceComplex renames, like changes to an in-use username, cannot be requested at Special:GlobalRenameRequest. For that reason, we ask that you request complex renames on the talk page of this page. The account you wish to usurp must have no significant logged actions or edits (excluding vandalism). After a 14 day waiting period after notifying the user you wish to usurp, the rename will be completed.