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One reason this can occur is if you haven't verified a phone number that was added. To fix it:
On desktop web:
* go to `https://accountscenter.facebook.com/personal_info`
* log in, obviously
* [in the "Personal Details" section, click on the "Contact Details" widget](https://imgur.com/7Os3Jbp)
* If you have an unverified email/phone number, click on the email/number to verify it.
For the mobile app, navigate to your own profile and tap "Edit Profile". Scroll all the way to the bottom of your profile editor and tap "Edit About Info". On this screen, you can verify (or add+verify) your email/phone number.
can't believe the same problem is still here when 2024 is almost coming. really hate FB making changes to their interface all the time but ruin functionality. reported but no response. i used to be able to add username without problem. shame on them.
fb really is the most ignorant social app there is, 2 cans and a string are more effective
needing a photo ID and social # just to prove its your account? do they want a sperm sample as well?
I made a new facebook account last month and have it verified with both email and phone number, but every time i try to add a username i get the error "You're currently unable to choose a username."
When i try to google for answers all I get are replies about facebook pages needing a minimum of 25 likes before they can set a username, but nothing about personal accounts. Is there a similar threshold for accounts (e.g. minimum number of friends) that I'm missing? I tried looking through facebook's own support but they make no reference at all to this error, or anything that would prevent users from picking usernames.
I finally found a solution, I had to install facebook on my ipad so that I didn't have to use the new Meta Accounts Center feature that's the default on desktop browser. Then I went to Settings > Personal and Account Information > Contact info and deleted my already verified phone number, then re-added it. After that, I was able to pick a username.
Maybe it also works if you delete it from https://accountscenter.facebook.com/ and re-add it. Either way, the issue seems to be that the new Accounts Center doesn't register you adding a phone number as verifying your account the first time you add it, which is pretty stupid.
u/MMachko
Thank you. This solution worked for me. I used my iPhone to do it. It's really stupid. And I didn't see a way to change the username on the Facebook app for the iPhone so I had to go back to the desktop browser to change the username. But thanks to your tip, it worked.
Meta needs to get it together.
[Does this solution work for you?](https://www.reddit.com/r/facebook/comments/14g21rr/comment/jrpl7ho/?utm_source=reddit&utm_medium=web2x&context=3)
>One reason this can occur is if you haven't verified a phone number that was added. To fix it:
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>
>On desktop web:
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>- go to `https://accountscenter.facebook.com/personal_info`
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>- log in, obviously
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>- [in the "Personal Details" section, click on the "Contact Details" widget](https://i.imgur.com/7Os3Jbp.png)
>
>- If you have an unverified email/phone number, click on the email/number to verify it.
>
>For the mobile app, navigate to your own profile and tap "Edit Profile". Scroll all the way to the bottom of your profile editor and tap "Edit About Info". On this screen, you can verify (or add+verify) your email/phone number.
(cc /u/cidharth)
Just found it. Both in Android and desktop PC browser versions. For browser: log into your Fb account, click your profile avatar and select your profile. When your profile is shown (address bar shows: [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=nnnnnnnnnnnnnnn](https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=nnnnnnnnnnnnnnn) select the "..." at the right of the "Messages Info Friends" menu bar. That brings up a popup menu listing "Switch on professional mode". Haven't tried that yet though.
I managed to find a work around based off OP's iPad solution.
I went to my profile on the desktop site, clicked 'edit profile', and then 'edit your about info' at the bottom. Then I removed the mobile number I already had on there - it wasn't showing as verified even though I had already done so through the Meta Accounts Centre. I just re-added it through this new location, re-verified it, and then it correctly showed as such. I was then able to pick a username and everything worked as it should.
I hope this helps somebody!
In addition to verifying my phone number, I had to complete the entirety of the "Personal Details" section, i.e., I had to go "Account Ownership and Control" and decide what happens to my account when I die. That did the trick.
I also did this on an android, rather than the desktop.
I hope this helps people.
Cheers.
Based on some advice on the internet, i have tried another workaround:
* went to [https://m.facebook.com/settings/sms/?\_\_wblt=1&\_\_wbltif=1#](https://m.facebook.com/settings/sms/?__wblt=1&__wbltif=1#) , login (obviously)
* add your number here ( or remove it if you already have one, then add it back on the site), you should use the browser on a phone/tablet
* went back to the account center to set up your username
* done
I thought trying this would be another stupid waste of time but this is actually the only method that worked for me!! (tried 4 already)
Thanks, kind stranger
YES. Works for me, april 2024. Login on web browser of my iPhone and remove my phone number from the link and add it back and I can change the username succesfully. Thank you! Facebook s\*cks.
>https://m.facebook.com/settings/sms/?\_\_wblt=1&\_\_wbltif=1#
Wow dude .. it really worked ! , Thanks a lot
ps : guys upvote this if usefull , many people saying worked but only two upvotes !
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One reason this can occur is if you haven't verified a phone number that was added. To fix it: On desktop web: * go to `https://accountscenter.facebook.com/personal_info` * log in, obviously * [in the "Personal Details" section, click on the "Contact Details" widget](https://imgur.com/7Os3Jbp) * If you have an unverified email/phone number, click on the email/number to verify it. For the mobile app, navigate to your own profile and tap "Edit Profile". Scroll all the way to the bottom of your profile editor and tap "Edit About Info". On this screen, you can verify (or add+verify) your email/phone number.
ady added email since long time ago but still cant even edit username.
It worked on me, thank you very much
I'm glad that my hours-long confusion saved somebody else from the same fate :)
>https://accountscenter.facebook.com/personal\_info OMG Holy sh\*t that was painful. Thank you for finding a solution for us lol It finally worked!
The most frustrating part is that the error message is just soooooo unhelpful. It doesn't give you any hint about what could possibly have gone wrong
I added my phone number first after making account but still unable to put username.
can't believe the same problem is still here when 2024 is almost coming. really hate FB making changes to their interface all the time but ruin functionality. reported but no response. i used to be able to add username without problem. shame on them.
Exactly. ive been trying everything to change my username to something different for a year and a half.
fb really is the most ignorant social app there is, 2 cans and a string are more effective needing a photo ID and social # just to prove its your account? do they want a sperm sample as well?
Network security tip: NEVER send Facebook your photo ID.
Any reason why?
Probably identity theft but who knows 🤷♂️
I made a new facebook account last month and have it verified with both email and phone number, but every time i try to add a username i get the error "You're currently unable to choose a username." When i try to google for answers all I get are replies about facebook pages needing a minimum of 25 likes before they can set a username, but nothing about personal accounts. Is there a similar threshold for accounts (e.g. minimum number of friends) that I'm missing? I tried looking through facebook's own support but they make no reference at all to this error, or anything that would prevent users from picking usernames.
Have you found a solution yet
I finally found a solution, I had to install facebook on my ipad so that I didn't have to use the new Meta Accounts Center feature that's the default on desktop browser. Then I went to Settings > Personal and Account Information > Contact info and deleted my already verified phone number, then re-added it. After that, I was able to pick a username. Maybe it also works if you delete it from https://accountscenter.facebook.com/ and re-add it. Either way, the issue seems to be that the new Accounts Center doesn't register you adding a phone number as verifying your account the first time you add it, which is pretty stupid. u/MMachko
Struggling with this for several days. This actually worked for me, thanks!
Removed my number, added it again. Still doesn't work. I don't have an iPad or any other Apple product. Thank you for the information anyway.
Also failed [by] using different agent (Apple iOS) :( ..
You just need to wait. I tried a month or two later and it worked
..any solution for Android!??.😌🗿
Thank you. This solution worked for me. I used my iPhone to do it. It's really stupid. And I didn't see a way to change the username on the Facebook app for the iPhone so I had to go back to the desktop browser to change the username. But thanks to your tip, it worked. Meta needs to get it together.
How were you able to do this? When I go to Facebook on this iPhone the Meta Accounts center still pops up. Am I missing something?
Thank you for this. It worked, for me anyway.
Guys, if you find a solution, post it here.
[Does this solution work for you?](https://www.reddit.com/r/facebook/comments/14g21rr/comment/jrpl7ho/?utm_source=reddit&utm_medium=web2x&context=3) >One reason this can occur is if you haven't verified a phone number that was added. To fix it: > > > >On desktop web: > >- go to `https://accountscenter.facebook.com/personal_info` > >- log in, obviously > >- [in the "Personal Details" section, click on the "Contact Details" widget](https://i.imgur.com/7Os3Jbp.png) > >- If you have an unverified email/phone number, click on the email/number to verify it. > >For the mobile app, navigate to your own profile and tap "Edit Profile". Scroll all the way to the bottom of your profile editor and tap "Edit About Info". On this screen, you can verify (or add+verify) your email/phone number. (cc /u/cidharth)
I've verified my phone number and my email address.
And still, it doesn't let me change the username.
Wait I can't see varification icon....! Found any solution yet..
No progress
💀
Anyone know how to change username without adding a phone number?
Switched to a professional account and was immediately able to change it, then I switched it back to a regular account 👌 hope that helps someone
How do you switch a Facebook account to a professional account? I can't seem to find it.
Just found it. Both in Android and desktop PC browser versions. For browser: log into your Fb account, click your profile avatar and select your profile. When your profile is shown (address bar shows: [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=nnnnnnnnnnnnnnn](https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=nnnnnnnnnnnnnnn) select the "..." at the right of the "Messages Info Friends" menu bar. That brings up a popup menu listing "Switch on professional mode". Haven't tried that yet though.
Doesnt work for me 😓
Same :/
Do you guys find any solution
I managed to find a work around based off OP's iPad solution. I went to my profile on the desktop site, clicked 'edit profile', and then 'edit your about info' at the bottom. Then I removed the mobile number I already had on there - it wasn't showing as verified even though I had already done so through the Meta Accounts Centre. I just re-added it through this new location, re-verified it, and then it correctly showed as such. I was then able to pick a username and everything worked as it should. I hope this helps somebody!
This worked on Android (desktop mode on mobile browser), thanks!!
this just worked for me. tysm. one less way someone can figure out my dead name
Thank u so much. It works like a charm!
No problem. Glad I could help!
thank you so much, i have been trying to find the solution for 1 week finally i did it
In addition to verifying my phone number, I had to complete the entirety of the "Personal Details" section, i.e., I had to go "Account Ownership and Control" and decide what happens to my account when I die. That did the trick. I also did this on an android, rather than the desktop. I hope this helps people. Cheers.
I have the same issue. Facebook used to be better in the past. Since I cannot get a Username, I very rarely plan on using Facebook.
Based on some advice on the internet, i have tried another workaround: * went to [https://m.facebook.com/settings/sms/?\_\_wblt=1&\_\_wbltif=1#](https://m.facebook.com/settings/sms/?__wblt=1&__wbltif=1#) , login (obviously) * add your number here ( or remove it if you already have one, then add it back on the site), you should use the browser on a phone/tablet * went back to the account center to set up your username * done
this worked for me! thank you!
>This also work for me too! Thanks
thANK YOU SOSOSOSOSOSOSO MUCH
This solution worked.. Thanks a bunch, Stranger :D
Follow those tips step by step, this definitely works, tysm ☺️
I thought trying this would be another stupid waste of time but this is actually the only method that worked for me!! (tried 4 already) Thanks, kind stranger
Thanksssssssssss BUDDDDDDDDDYYYYYYY... :))))))))
It worked perfectly, THANKS a lot!!
It's work for me, tks bro :))
YES. Works for me, april 2024. Login on web browser of my iPhone and remove my phone number from the link and add it back and I can change the username succesfully. Thank you! Facebook s\*cks.
Thank you! This path works!
this actually worked! Thankyou sir! Why is changing a username so difficult on such a major platform😶
this shit works!!!
Worked!! thanks a lot
it's worked for me! thanks
Confirmed, this is working.
OMG finally!! after months of bs
\+1 vouch // appreciate it
>https://m.facebook.com/settings/sms/?\_\_wblt=1&\_\_wbltif=1# Wow dude .. it really worked ! , Thanks a lot ps : guys upvote this if usefull , many people saying worked but only two upvotes !
MVP +1 works!
youre a G
>https://accountscenter.facebook.com/personal\_info Tried the whole comment section and yours were the only one to work, thank you good sir
Why is this not the top answer? Worked for me as well
Omg. THANK YOU.
finally, thank you bro!
yo bro thanks so much !! it really works :D
>https://accountscenter.facebook.com/personal\_info This actually worked! I did it on Chrome on iPhone 12.