Unable to Rename GitHub Account Even Though There Isn't Existing Account

[rabbitbrother91]

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Hi Github Support Team,

I’m trying to change my GitHub account name from rabbitbrother91 to rabbitbrother. However, even though there isn’t an existing account with the name rabbitbrother, I’m unable to use that username.

I would appreciate any insights on the following:

• Why am I unable to use rabbitbrother if it appears to be available?
• Are there any specific steps or restrictions I should be aware of when renaming my account?
• Is there a way to contact GitHub support for clarification on this issue?

Please help me to rename with it must.
Thank you for your help!

[davevad93]

Hi @rabbitbrother91 ,

For account related issues it's better to ask directly to support, raise a ticket here, select Other and explain your problem about the username change.

[rabbitbrother91]

Thanks @davevad93.

[ebndev]

Hi @rabbitbrother91,

We are no longer accepting requests to release dormant usernames. We are not able to accommodate this request.

You may not be seeing the username as it could belong to a private entity or was previously claimed but now deleted.

If you hold a trademark to this name and believe there is a clear case of confusion between the account and your trademark, please review our Trademark Policy to determine if you should submit a trademark policy violation report.

Thank you!

[rabbitbrother91]

Hi @ebndev,

Could you please assist me in changing my username on GitHub at https://github.com/rabbitbrother, if possible?

Thanks in advance