How to change username from full name?

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To change a username from a full name, users can send a private message to the forum administrator with their desired new username. The process is straightforward: go to the profile, select contact info, and use the "send a private message" option. After submitting the request, the change will be completed. This method ensures privacy and allows for a personalized username. Following these steps will successfully update the username.
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Hello,

I would like to change username because it's my full name currently.

How to do that?

Thanks!
 
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PM (that is - send me a private message, go to my profile and select contact info, there is a link "send a private message to Borek" there) me with a new nick.
 
Sent, thanks!
 
Done.
 

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