Updating Your Username - DeFi Orbit API

Change your DeFi Orbit username anytime from your account settings.

How to Update Your Username

Click on your username/avatar at the bottom of the sidebar
Select Settings from the menu to open the Account Settings dialog
Click Update Username
Enter your new username—we’ll check availability as you go
Save to confirm the change

Your new username will be updated immediately across the platform. You can also update your avatar from the same Account Settings dialog.

Username Requirements

Your username must follow these rules:

Requirement	Rule	Examples
Length	Maximum 20 characters	Valid: `defi_2025`
Characters	Letters, numbers, underscores, hyphens only	Valid: crypto-lp_pro \| Invalid: crypto lp!
Spaces	No spaces allowed	Valid: defi_orbit \| Invalid: defi orbit
Start Character	Must start with a letter or number	Valid: trader123 \| Invalid: _trader
Uniqueness	Only one user can have each username	If taken, you’ll need to choose another

Tips for Choosing a Username

Keep it simple - Shorter usernames are easier to remember and share Make it unique - Add numbers or underscores if your preferred name is taken Avoid special characters - Stick to letters, numbers, underscores, and hyphens Choose wisely - While you can change your username anytime, consistency helps with community recognition

Common Issues

Issue	Description
Username already taken	Someone else is using that username. Try adding numbers, underscores, or slight variations.
Invalid characters	Remove any spaces, special characters, or symbols. Only use letters, numbers, underscores (_), and hyphens (-).
Username too long	Reduce your username to 20 characters or fewer.
Must start with letter or number	Usernames cannot start with underscores or hyphens. Start with a letter (a-z, A-Z) or number (0-9) instead.