How to Get a WhatsApp Username (2025) – Full WhatsApp Handle Guide

WhatsApp introduced the username/handle feature to let users communicate without sharing their phone numbers. This guide explains what the feature does, how to create a username, why it may not appear, and how to fix common errors.

1. What is a WhatsApp username?

A WhatsApp username is a unique @handle that represents your account.

It allows users to contact you without seeing your phone number.
Purpose: Privacy, branding, and easier communication.

2. Requirements for getting a username

Not every account can create one yet. WhatsApp is rolling the feature out gradually.

If the option doesn’t appear, one of these may be missing:

• Latest version of WhatsApp (Android/iOS)

• Account must not be flagged for spam

• Feature availability in your region (Turkey = supported)

• Some accounts receive it earlier through beta

3. How to create a WhatsApp username (Step-by-step)

1. Open WhatsApp

2. Go to Settings

3. Tap Profile

4. Find the Username section

5. Enter your preferred handle (example: @serverturk)

6. If it’s available → Save

Notes:

• Very short usernames are restricted

• Reserved or trademarked names may be blocked

• Spam-like names may be rejected

4. Common problems when creating a username

 Username option not appearing

Possible reasons:

• Feature not rolled out to your account yet

• App version outdated

• Old iOS/Android system version

Solutions:

• Update WhatsApp

• Re-verify your account

• Restart your phone

• Wait 24–72 hours (rollout is gradual)

 “This username isn’t available”

Reasons:

• Already taken

• Contains restricted words

• Too short (minimum 3 characters)

• System marked it as suspicious

Fix:

• Try longer names

• Add numbers or extra letters

• Example: @serverturk → @serverturknet

 “Username not available” error

This means the username is globally blocked or already registered in another region.

Only solution: Choose a new variation.

5. Can you change your WhatsApp username?

Yes.
You can change it anytime, but accounts that change handles too often may get temporary restrictions or trigger spam checks.

6. Does a username hide your phone number?

Partially yes.

• If you only share your username, people cannot see your number.

• Once a conversation starts, they may see your phone number depending on your privacy settings.

7. Business benefits of using a username

Perfect for brands, hosting companies, and e-commerce:

• Clean contact identity (@yourbrand)

• Easier to share than a full WhatsApp link

• Higher conversions in ads and landing pages

• You can hide your number and route messages to staff

For a brand like ServerTurk, usernames create a stronger professional image.

8. Username not working? Quick fixes

Try these:

• Update WhatsApp

• Uninstall → reinstall the app

• Disable VPN

• Switch internet connection

• Wait 24 hours if you tried too many usernames

• Join WhatsApp Beta (Android)

9. WhatsApp username link format

Examples:

or:

(Links are still rolling out and may not work for all accounts.)