Active installs
4K+
0% of tracked installs
Rank
#3503
Peak #3503
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All-time downloads
31.5K
Days tracked
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Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Change Username currently ranks #3503 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
- The latest release, v1.0.3, shipped on Jun 19, 2026 (49 days ago) — release #5 since the plugin joined the directory in 2017.
Ranking history
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Details
| Author | Danny van Kooten |
|---|---|
| Current version | 1.0.3 |
| Versions released | 5 |
| Last updated | 2026-06-19 |
| Added to directory | 2017-01-12 |
| Requires WordPress | 6.0+ |
| Requires PHP | 7.4+ |
| First tracked here | 2026-08-06 |
Description
Change WordPress usernames from the user edit screen, with validation for existing users, illegal logins, and Multisite admins.
Frequently asked questions
Is Change Username a free plugin?
Yes — Change Username is a free, open-source (GPL) plugin distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
How many websites use Change Username?
WordPress.org reports 4K+ active installs.
How popular is Change Username?
As of August 7, 2026, Change Username ranks #3503 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
When was Change Username last updated?
Change Username was last updated on June 19, 2026 (version 1.0.3). It has shipped 5 releases in total.
Who makes Change Username?
Change Username is developed by Danny van Kooten. It joined the WordPress.org plugin directory in January 2017.
