# Updating your Dockship Username

Dockship allows you to set custom usernames for your account. Usernames are publicly visible and allow you to create memorable public profile links such as <https://dockship.io/author/**Your-User-Name>\*\*

In order to set your username on Dockship, follow these steps:

1. Log in to your Dockship account and go to your Dashboard.
2. Click on the settings from **Sidebar -> Settings** and you will be redirected to the settings page.
3. On the page, you will find a section for updating your username.

{% hint style="info" %}
Username must be at **least 3 characters** long and can only start with an alphabet, contain alphanumeric characters or single hyphens. The usernames cannot begin or end with a hyphen.
{% endhint %}

{% hint style="warning" %}
**Note:** Changing usernames often will result in lower visibility of your profile on Google search.
{% endhint %}


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