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When using AirDrop on your iPhone, iPad, or Mac, other users typically see your real name displayed. If you'd prefer to use a fun nickname or keep your information private, changing your AirDrop name is a simple task. Changing your AirDrop name will also modify your Bluetooth name, personal hotspot, Wi-Fi, and the name visible when sharing files on a local network. Follow the guide below to learn how to easily change your AirDrop name on iPhone, iPad, and Mac.
Steps
On iPhone/iPad
Tap on General (General). This option is located at the top of the third settings group.
Tap on About (About). This is the first option.
Tap on Name (Name). This option appears at the top of the list. The current name of your iPhone or iPad, which is also the AirDrop name, will be displayed next to it.
Enter a new name and tap Done (Done). That's all you need to do! After changing the name of your phone or tablet, other devices will see the new name when you share files via AirDrop.
On Mac
Open System Preferences. Simply click on the Apple icon in the top-left corner of the screen and select System Preferences.
Click on the Sharing (Sharing) icon. It is the blue folder icon in System Preferences.
Click on the lock to enable editing. If the lock icon in the bottom left corner is closed, simply click on it and enter your password to allow changes to the Mac's name.
Enter a new name for your Mac in the "Computer Name" field. The name you enter here will replace the AirDrop name of the Mac as well as its displayed name on the local network.
- Close the System Preferences window when you are done. Changes will be saved automatically.
