The WeChat team recently announced that iOS users can also change their WeChat ID number as long as they have upgraded the application to the 7.0.13 version.

WeChat allowed Android users to change their ID number earlier on June 5th.

How to change:

【Me】-【My Profile】-【WeChat ID】

Frequently asked questions:

Q1: Are there any format requirements for WeChat ID?

A WeChat ID must start with a letter, you can use 6-20 digits, letters, underscores, minus signs or a combination of them.

Q2: What conditions I need to meet for changing WeChat ID number?

You need to meet two conditions: the WeChat ID number has not been modified in the last year and the current account has no security risks.

Q3: If I have changed my WeChat ID number, will it affect the third-party business authorized by my WeChat?

No.

Q4: Will my friends receive notification after I have changed my WeChat ID?

No.

Q5：Can my friends search me through my old WeChat ID number after I’ve changed into a new one?

No. They can only search you through the new number.

Author| Jasmine

Editor| Keane