Your iPhone’s name might seem small, but it distinguishes your device from others when you connect it to Bluetooth, AirDrop files, or the network. If you use Bluetooth or Airdrop to share files from your iPhone or rely on the Find My app to locate them, having a unique name for your device is smart. It makes it easier for you and others to recognise your iPhone. It safeguards your privacy, especially in public places where you might be on a shared internet connection or using a WiFi hotspot.
Changing your iPhone’s name is a straightforward process, whether you want to personalise it, make it easier to identify, or give it a new identity.
This article discusses how to change your iPhone’s name in simple and easy steps to help you personalise your device.
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Steps to change your iPhone’s name
- Go to the Settings app on your iPhone and tap on the General.
- In General settings, tap on About.
- In About, you will find various information about your iPhone like name, model name, model number, software and other information. Tap on the Name option.
- Delete the name already given to your device, then type in the name of your choice and then tap on the Back button at the top left corner of your screen to save the changes.
Changing your iPhone’s name is a simple yet effective way to make your device uniquely yours. Whether you want to add a personal touch or make it easier to identify in a crowded list of devices, customising your iPhone’s name is a quick and hassle-free.
Your iPhone’s name automatically also becomes the name of the Hotspot and Bluetooth. The same name is also visible when Airdropping items.
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