Simple Steps to Add a Screen Name to AOL

A step-by-step guide so you can change your AOL screen name

Last Updated: May 24, 2023

Every AOL account can have up to seven screen names. However, the first name you registered your account with is your main screen name and cannot be changed at any time. Other screen names you create can be changed or deleted. Read on to step 1 to learn how to add a screen name to your AOL account.

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How do I switch user names?

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Go to your account. By your user name there will be a little pencil. Click the pencil and you can change it.

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