Can I change my WordPress account's username and password?

[Clara Smith]

I'd like to modify my WordPress account's password and username.

[Milo Adey]

But why do you want to change it?

[Clara Smith]

I want a more secure password.

[Hallie Russell]

You can do it manually or use a plugin to make things easier.

[Hazel Williams]

Plugin means what?

[Emerson Abby]

A plug-in, often referred to as an add-on or extension, is computer software that provides extra functionality to a host program without modifying it.

[Aaron Martin]

Follow the steps to update Username:
1. Log into WordPress.com using your existing username
2. Access your “Account Setting” and enter the username you want under Username
3. In the box Confirm Username that appears, enter your new username again
4. The next step will allow you to change or create a matching blog address.
6. Read the information presented on the page very carefully.
Important: You will not be able to change your username back. The previous name will be reserved and no one will have access to it. URLs for other services such as Gravatar may be affected.
7. Click Save Username to save your changes and update your username

[Hallie Russell]

Steps to change password:
1. Sign in to WordPress.
2. From the left-side menu, select Users and then All Users.
3. Under Username, find and select your username.
4. On the Profile page, scroll down until you find the Account Management section.
5. Select Set New Password.
Enter your new password, and make a note of the automatically generated one.