Basics: Change the name you use on comments

When you post your first comment, you’re prompted to use your Microsoft account name or a nickname. No matter which you choose, it’s easy to change your posting name later.

To change the name you post under

  1. To change your comment settings, sign in to MSN.com.

    1. Click Sign in in the top right corner of the page.

    2. Enter your Microsoft account, and then click Sign in.

  2. Click your user name that displays above either the comments text box or your published comment.

    • To use a nickname instead of your Microsoft account name, on the MSN Post History page click Use nickname.

    • To use your Microsoft account name, on the MSN Profile page click Use your name

Old and new posts use your current name or nickname. Regardless of which name your comments or replies were originally posted under, all of your comments will display under the name you’re currently using.

Report inappropriate comments or replies

To report an abusive or inappropriate comment or reply, pause your mouse on it, point to Report, and then click the menu item that describes the issue.

When is inappropriate material removed? The abusive comment won’t be removed from MSN until a moderator reviews it.

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