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* Requested name: PanosA * Requested name: PanosA
* Reason: long username. Thank you. ] 12:17, 9 September 2006 (UTC) * Reason: long username. Thank you. ] 12:17, 9 September 2006 (UTC)

=== Tecmobowl ===
* Current name: Wolverinegod
* Requested name: Tecmobowl
* Reason: I am concerned for my personal privacy as this name is apparently a handle for someone on the net that i do not want to be associated with. Thank you so much for your time. Thank you. ] 13:46, 9 September 2006 (UTC)

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Changing username/Simple
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This page is a forum in which users can request, and global renamers (including stewards) can consider and carry out, requests to rename accounts to usernames that are not yet taken on any Wikimedia project. While global renamers carry out renames, other users (including bots) help by "clerking" the mechanics of this process. If you wish to help as a clerk, please read the linked page carefully.
Requests to "usurp" an existing username should be made at Misplaced Pages:Changing username/Usurpations; straightforward requests may use Special:GlobalRenameRequest.
Instructions
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Once you have decided on the name you would like:

  1. Read this page first. You must be aware of, and understand, all of that information before requesting a username change
  2. Check to make sure this username is not already in use. Do this by searching for the name here. If the name appears in the results, even if on another Wikimedia project, it is taken.
  3. Do not create an account under the new name or move/redirect your userpages. We'll do that for you.
  4. Log in with your present username in order to place your request. Renames will not be approved if the requester is not logged in.
  5. Click here to place your request.
    • Add your desired username after NEW=
    • Add a reason for the change after REASON=
    • Do not change anything after CURRENT=
  6. Make sure that you have spelt your desired name correctly, including capitalization and spacing. Save the page. If your request is submitted malformed, please remedy it according to this page.
  7. Check back on this page periodically to answer any questions that may arise regarding your request. Please be patient. It may take a few days for your request to be completed. If you do not answer any questions, your request may be declined due to no response.
  8. Once your request has been completed, please do not remove or change your request. It will be archived automatically by a bot.
  • Requests that do not adhere to these instructions or that are grossly malformed are subject to removal.


Important Notes After you are renamed...
  • Due to technical limitations, usernames may not start with a lowercase letter. However, you may use the template {{lowercase title}} on your user and user talk pages, and change your signature to reflect your preference.
  • Underscores and spaces are considered identical by the MediaWiki software.
  • Use of a company, organization, group, website, or product name as a username is prohibited by the username policy.
  • Please understand the implications of using your real name before requesting a name change to it.
  • ... your name will be changed to the new one in the page history of every page you've edited.
  • ... your userpage and any subpages will be moved to the new name automatically. Please do not attempt to move them yourself.
  • ... links left by your previous signatures will still point to the old userpage; however, a redirect will be left behind to your new userpage.
  • ... your request will be automatically moved to the archives in the interest of transparency.
CautionDo not be surprised if you suddenly cannot log in to your old account; this merely indicates that you should log in under your new user name as the request has been fulfilled.

Misplaced Pages:Changing username/Simple/Bottom Matter

Current requests

Please note that renaming users puts a large load on the database. Please do not request a rename unless it is necessary. If you have only a few edits, see the alternatives above.

  • You must use the form shown in the gray box below. If you do not do this, your request will be ignored. Don't forget to sign your name with four tildes, as indicated.
=== MyNewUsername ===
* Current name: MyOldUsername
* Requested name: MyNewUsername
* Reason: MyVeryConvincingReason. Thank you. ~~~~
  • Check this page periodically to see whether a bureaucrat has fulfilled your request or whether additional information is required. If the request has been fulfilled, read the "Once fulfilled" section for further instructions; of particular importance is the renaming of your userpages to reflect the name change.


Add new requests to the bottom of the page.

KingPIN

Please change User:Dinesh_balachandran@rediffmail.com to User:KingPIN

catmac

Please change Bethm211 to catmac. Thank you. Bethm211 13:04, 1 September 2006 (UTC)

Usename exists. Please go through the above instructions to choose another username. =Nichalp «Talk»= 14:09, 2 September 2006 (UTC)
 Not done — Dan | talk 23:52, 8 September 2006 (UTC)


Natalieduerinckx

Please change Natalieduerinckx@yahoo.co.uk to Natalieduerinckx to prevent spammers.Thank you.Natalieduerinckx@yahoo.co.uk 16:13, 2 September 2006 (UTC)

Username already exists. Please choose another username. =Nichalp «Talk»= 16:27, 2 September 2006 (UTC)

That's me Natalieduerinckx 22:36, 2 September 2006 (UTC)

As explained at the top of this page, we can only change usernames to ones which do not exist already. We cannot, therefore, merge your two accounts. Your Natalieduerinckx account seems to have quite a few more edits than the @yahoo account -- therefore I suggest you simply discontinue use of the @yahoo account. If you like, we can change it to "Natalieduerinckx 2" or something like that. Is this satisfactory? — Dan | talk 02:15, 3 September 2006 (UTC)
 Not done — Dan | talk 23:52, 8 September 2006 (UTC)

nancy@kuliks-krew.com

Willowway seems to have been taken, apparently by yourself. The @kuliks-krew address only has one edit (to this page), so it would be simpler if you just ignored the kuliks-krew account and used the Willowway one in future. — Dan | talk 21:09, 5 September 2006 (UTC)
 Not done — Dan | talk 23:52, 8 September 2006 (UTC)

Boffo

Boffo is taken; please choose another name (and see above for instructions to verify that the name you pick is available). — Dan | talk 03:05, 6 September 2006 (UTC)
 Not done — Dan | talk 23:52, 8 September 2006 (UTC)

Tromsogirl

  • Current name: Tromsogirl
  • Requested name: EditorSH
  • Reason: The page i have been editing has had personal attacks and given I know the person the editing is about its a concern for my public safety to make my name less obvious to attackers visiting the history page.
 Done. — Dan | talk 22:14, 8 September 2006 (UTC)

Fracture98

  • Current name: Fracture98
  • Requested name: SineWave
  • Reason: I'm doing a lot of vandal reverting and getting a "fanlist". I'd rather do that with a user name I don't use elsewhere. Cheers. Fracture   23:46, 7 September 2006 (UTC)
 Done. — Dan | talk 22:14, 8 September 2006 (UTC)

Laughing Man

 Done. — Dan | talk 22:21, 8 September 2006 (UTC)

crispyduck

  • Current name: chris@isoblue.com
  • Requested name: crispyduck
  • Reason: Following advice ref anonymity following wiki registration,
 Done. — Dan | talk 22:14, 8 September 2006 (UTC)

MLD

 Done. — Dan | talk 22:14, 8 September 2006 (UTC)

Nmwild

 Done. — Dan | talk 22:19, 8 September 2006 (UTC)

Rudwolf

  • Current name: User: Rudwolf1
  • Request name: User: Rudwolf
  • Reason: Hi, I am Rudwolf from spanish wikipedia, I think this page --Rudwolf was created by vandalim, it was create in my birthday!, or maybe is pure coindence, no contributions were made using this name, when I begun in spanish wikipedia I tried to create an account in english wikipedia with the same name user but I could not, this page has been abandoned 3 months ago, I request delete this account, i want this page wiil be my user page to contribuite to english wikipedia as I'm doing in spanish wikipedia, I hope you read this and give to me the reason. Thanking for you atention, I remain.You can write me in mydiscussion page spanish or discussion page english
 Done. — Dan | talk 22:19, 8 September 2006 (UTC)

camelback99954

  • Current name: Minseochoi
  • Requested name: camelback99954
  • Reason: I would like to have more anonymity. I have been subject to personal attacks recently and I am very concerned about my personal information. Thank you in advance. 2:11, 8 September 2006 (UTC)
 Done. — Dan | talk 22:19, 8 September 2006 (UTC)

Prince 21

  • Current name: Thamizhan
  • Requested name: User:Prince21
  • Reason: The name 'Thamizhan' means Tamil person and also a film has the name of it. I wish not to share names with a film. It might also be clear to which language I am, which I am not Thank you. Thamizhan 20:18, 8 September 2006 (UTC)
"Prince" is taken. Please choose another name, and see above for instructions to verify that it is available. — Dan | talk 22:21, 8 September 2006 (UTC)

SleepyAC

  • Current name: ArmedCitizen
  • Requested name: SleepyAC
  • Reason: My nickname has inflamed reactions to those in favor of Gun Control. Thank you.

ArmedCitizen 22:05, 8 September 2006 (UTC)

 Done. — Dan | talk 22:19, 8 September 2006 (UTC)


Thank you for such a rapid response.

63.19.20.47 23:17, 8 September 2006 (UTC)


Ooopsie now I've really got a problem.

password didn't work with the old to the new

ArmedCitizen 12:59, 9 September 2006 (UTC)

kushii_

Randyfurlong

Me808

PanosA

Tecmobowl

  • Current name: Wolverinegod
  • Requested name: Tecmobowl
  • Reason: I am concerned for my personal privacy as this name is apparently a handle for someone on the net that i do not want to be associated with. Thank you so much for your time. Thank you. kimithefin 13:46, 9 September 2006 (UTC)
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