How to change the name of your iPhone

You can change your iPhone's name, which is used by iCloud, AirDrop, Bluetooth, your Personal Hotspot, and your computer.

Last updated: October 13, 2026 12:11 pm

By Kevin Shaw - Editor

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You can change the name of your iPhone, which is used by iCloud, AirDrop, Bluetooth®, your Personal Hotspot, and your computer, so it’s the name you’ll see in all those places. You can enter a new name whenever you like.

Open the Settings app on your iPhone.
Tap General, tap About, and then tap Name.
Tap the Clear Text button and enter a new name.

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Kevin Shaw is a seasoned tech journalist based in Los Angeles with a penchant for all things Apple. He started writing about Apple products in 2007 and it's been a love affair ever since. He has spent over a decade testing and writing about iPhones, iPads, Macs, and other Apple products. In his spare time, he likes nothing more than catching up with the latest news and sports podcasts on the beach.