AirDrop is a convenient way to share files between devices, but what if you want to change the name that appears when others try to share with you? Whether you want to personalize your device or simply change it for privacy reasons, changing the name on AirDrop is easy and straightforward. In this guide, we will walk you through the process of changing the name of your AirDrop on an iPhone, iPad, or Mac. We will also explain how it will not affect the name of your device or your iCloud account. So, whether you’re a new user or a veteran, this guide will help you change your AirDrop name in no time.
To change the name of your AirDrop on an iPhone or iPad, follow these steps:
- Open the “Settings” app on your device.
- Tap on “General”
- Tap on “AirDrop”
- Tap on “Receiving Off”
- You will see your current device name, tap on it.
- Change the name to whatever you like and tap “Done”
- Tap on “Receiving Off” again to turn it on, so people can find your device using the new name.
On a Mac:
- Click on the Apple icon on the top left corner of the screen.
- Click on “System Preferences”
- Click on “Sharing”
- Change the computer name to whatever you like, then close the preferences window.
It’s important to note that, changing your AirDrop name will not affect the name of your device or your iCloud account, it’s just a name that other people will see when they try to share files with you.