Change your name in the Tinder app settings

Open Tinder and tap the profile icon in the bottom right corner. Scroll down and tap Settings. Find the Name field — it will show your current name. Tap it, delete the old name, type your new name, and tap Save or confirm the change. The app will update your profile within seconds.

On the web version at tinder.com, click your profile icon in the top left, select Settings, locate the Name field, and follow the same steps. Your new name appears to other users when ready after you save.

Tinder pulls your name from your Facebook account or phone number when you first sign up, but you can change it to anything you want at any time. There is no limit to how many times you can change it, and you do not need to verify the new name with any document or ID.

Key Takeaways

  • You change your name through the Settings menu in your profile, not through Facebook or your phone account.
  • The change takes effect when ready and appears to other users right away.
  • You can use any name you want — it does not have to match your legal name or the name on your Facebook account.
  • You can change your name as many times as you want with no restrictions or waiting periods.
  • Changing your name does not affect your existing matches, messages, or conversation history.

What name should you use

Many people use their first name only, a nickname, or a shortened version of their real name. Some use a first name and last initial. The choice is yours — Tinder does not verify that the name you enter is your legal name, and you are not required to use the name that appears on your government ID or birth certificate.

Keep in mind that your name is one of the first things someone sees on your profile, along with your photos and age. Choose something you are comfortable with other users seeing and something that represents how you want to present yourself. If you are concerned about privacy, using a first name only or a nickname is a common approach.

Your name also appears in conversations with people you have matched with, so consider whether you want to use something formal, casual, or somewhere in between. You can always change it later if you decide you want something different.

If you cannot find the name field

Make sure you are logged into the account you want to change. If you are using an older version of the Tinder app, update it from the App Store (for iPhone) or Google Play Store (for Android) — older versions sometimes have different menu layouts or missing features.

If you are still unable to locate the name field after updating, try logging out completely, closing the app entirely, and logging back in. This refreshes your session and often fixes display issues. On iPhone, swipe up from the bottom of the screen to close Tinder completely; on Android, use the back button or swipe away from the recent apps menu.

If the problem continues after these steps, uninstall and reinstall the app. This clears any corrupted data that might be preventing the Settings menu from displaying correctly.

Changing your name does not affect your matches or messages

When you change your name, your existing conversations and matches stay intact. People you have already matched with will see your new name the next time they open the app or refresh their chat list, but the conversation history does not disappear. Old messages will still show the conversation as it was, even though your profile now displays the new name.

Your match history, likes, and Super Likes you have sent or received are not affected by a name change. If someone has already saved your contact information from a conversation, their saved contact will not automatically update — they would need to manually change it if they want to.

If you want to change other profile information

You can also edit your age, location, and bio from the same Settings menu. To change your photos, go back to your profile and tap the photo section — you can add, remove, or reorder images. Your location can be updated by allowing Tinder to access your device location or by manually entering a city.

If you want to change the email or phone number associated with your account, you will need to go to Settings and look for Account or Login options, depending on which method you used to sign up. Changing your email or phone number is more involved than changing your name because Tinder uses these to verify your identity.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my name back to what it was before?

Yes. Go back to Settings, tap the Name field, and enter your previous name or any other name you want. There is no record kept of old names, and you can change it as often as you like with no waiting period between changes.

Will changing my name reset my matches or messages?

No. Your matches, conversations, and message history remain exactly as they were. Only your display name changes, and existing matches will see the new name when they next open the app.

Does Tinder check if the name I enter is real?

Tinder does not verify that your name is your legal name. You can enter any name you want, though using a name you are comfortable sharing with other users is a good idea for safety and clarity.

What if I see an error message when I try to save my new name?

Try clearing the app cache. On iPhone, go to Settings > General > iPhone Storage, find Tinder, and tap Offload App. On Android, go to Settings > Apps > Tinder > Storage > Clear Cache. Then open Tinder again and retry. If the error persists, log out, close the app completely, and log back in.

Can I use special characters or emojis in my name?

Tinder generally accepts letters, numbers, and common punctuation marks. Emojis and special characters may not display correctly or may be rejected by the system. Stick to standard letters and numbers for the most reliable result.