Search Results: Wikipedia:REALNAME


Wikipedia:Username policy
Sabtu, 2026-08-01 03:25:57

demonstrate problematic bias or a conflict of interest. Shortcuts WP:REALNAMEWP:REALNAME WP:IMPERSONATEWP:IMPERSONATE All editors — especially younger editors,...

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Wikipedia:List of administrators/script
Minggu, 2007-02-25 01:14:34

$n -ge 10 -a "$1" != "-" ]; then echo $realname sleep 10 let n=1 fi urlname=${line%%\" title=\"User:*} realname=${line##*\" title=\"User:} if [ "$1" !=...

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Wikipedia:Teahouse/Guest profile summary
Rabu, 2019-06-12 06:57:14

steps to make your own Teahouse profile. Step 1. Type your real name after realname= Tell us the name you go by, or leave this blank if you prefer to use your...

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Wikipedia:IRC/Tutorial
Sabtu, 2026-07-04 14:10:31

hostname/IP address to be visible then contact Libera Chat staff. The realname (or Full Name) can optionally be set to anything you want. It does not...

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Wikipedia:Sockpuppet investigations/Sergio Hache/Archive
Senin, 2011-08-15 04:53:18

Hache, repeated removal of BLPPROD flag by all three accounts. Possible WP:REALNAME issue with Sergio Hache. If it really is him, that brings up WP:AUTO issues...

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Wikipedia:Sockpuppet investigations/Ravindravijay/Archive
Sabtu, 2020-08-01 19:55:29

just a mistake. Having said that, I've soft-blocked the account per WP:REALNAME. Closing. Callanecc (talk • contribs • logs) 07:38, 1 August 2020 (UTC)...

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Wikipedia:Sockpuppet investigations/IamHaiderRizvi/Archive
Selasa, 2017-04-18 22:05:44

Hussain Rizvi (see [1] and [2]), and are both variations of the same WP:REALNAME. This is probably a non-malicious case of socking, I'm sure the original...

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Wikipedia:Articles for deletion/DuctapeDaredevil
Rabu, 2022-03-30 23:59:32

might be a good author article, with substantial cleanup. Listed with her realname; and psuedoname listed alternately. Research and rename (currently have...

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Wikipedia:Miscellany for deletion/User:Rooofer
Selasa, 2024-09-03 05:23:36

promotes homophobia (a hate crime in the UK) a cautious interpretation of WP:REALNAME might be sensible and a reason for blocking this user account quickly,...

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Wikipedia:Sockpuppet investigations/Gd bakshi/Archive
Sabtu, 2021-09-25 12:58:38

and thus is justified. Furthermore, Gd bakshi's username violates WP:REALNAME (G. D. Bakshi being one of the targets of their disruption). Awaiting administrative...

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Wikipedia:Expert editors
Kamis, 2026-07-16 08:24:35

one's real identity and expertise in this way. However, please see WP:REALNAME, and think carefully before you do this. Do not publicly identify yourself...

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Wikipedia:Reference desk/Archives/Computing/2018 January 12
Selasa, 2026-07-21 08:48:36

when doing a WHOIS on my account, my IP is shown as my real name in the "realname" field. How can I change this? I used to use ChatZilla (under Firefox)...

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Wikipedia:Sockpuppet investigations/Mahalaxmanan/Archive
Sabtu, 2021-09-11 19:54:17

anonymous NPOV attack site. The user name Niraradia is also a violation of WP:REALNAME, because Nira Radia is a key person in the 2G spectrum scam and this account...

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Wikipedia:Historically Black College and University recruitment
Senin, 2013-09-30 06:14:59

discuss this page, it has an associated talk page. Welcome! Please use your realname rather than your nick. Joe Mabel | Talk Jay Carriker | Talk Brian Corr...

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Wikipedia:Wiki Ed/University of Arizona/Linguistics in the Digital Age (Fall 2020)
Jumat, 2024-08-09 06:37:38

Linguistics in the Digital Age | instructor_username = AmyFou | instructor_realname = Amy Fountain | support_staff = Ian (Wiki Ed) | subject = Linguistics...

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Wikipedia:Articles for deletion/Pablo Hidalgo
Selasa, 2023-01-17 21:08:36

Even if the nominator was really the subject (currently blocked per WP:REALNAME until this has been resolved), the subject is sufficiently notable to meet...

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Wikipedia:Miscellany for deletion/User:OliWhite
Selasa, 2021-06-15 07:02:07

was created in 2016, Oli White was recreated in 2020. There are also WP:REALNAME and WP:COI issues with the associated user. — Alexis Jazz (talk or ping...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Assistance
Minggu, 2025-12-14 06:11:14

If they don't have this declaration, respond to the request with {{CHU|realname}}. Check to see if the requested username violates the username policy...

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Wikipedia:Help desk/Archives/2019 September 23
Jumat, 2019-09-27 10:15:57

Poveglia (talk) 21:15, 23 September 2019 (UTC) Poveglia Please see WP:REALNAME; as Ronald Reagan said, "trust, but verify". 331dot (talk) 21:20, 23 September...

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Wikipedia:Articles for deletion/Churchill Awards
Sabtu, 2025-11-22 14:25:05

here". This page was created by an obvious COI/paid editor (assuming WP:REALNAME, that is), expanded by another. We don't tolerate WP:promotion of any kind...

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Wikipedia:Sockpuppet investigations/Colin Larkin/Archive
Kamis, 2022-01-27 08:43:18

has never submitted verification that he is the article subject, per WP:REALNAME. He's also been named in two postings at WP:COIN, over concerns about the...

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Wikipedia:Sockpuppet investigations/Lauren Kolodny/Archive
Minggu, 2024-08-11 21:54:43

sandbox. The account was advised about things like WP:COI, WP:AUTO, WP:REALNAME, etc. on their user talk page, but never responded. After these warnings...

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Wikipedia:Articles for deletion/The Fax Machine Monster of Basildon
Jumat, 2026-01-09 14:50:58

2008 (UTC) Speedy delete as hoaxes (I suspect the Hinds article is the realname of the SPA creator). BJAODN needs its own website for this stuff. JeremyMcCracken...

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Wikipedia:Sockpuppet investigations/Andrewlees/Archive
Minggu, 2022-03-06 12:41:47

17:20, 11 March 2012 (UTC) Either it is him or he is in violation of WP:Realname, but that is an aside. If you really think this is outing, then you should...

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Wikipedia:Articles for deletion/Damien Mizdow and The Miz
Kamis, 2025-11-13 14:20:32

also want to note that the main contributor in question is likely a WP:REALNAME vio and not a WP:COI issue.LM2000 (talk) 01:18, 10 January 2015 (UTC) LM2000...

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Wikipedia:WikiProject Women's History/Participants
Kamis, 2026-06-04 02:19:53

interest) at the bottom of the list preceded by #. Shortcut WP:REALNAMEWP:REALNAME Note on real names: we've been asked whether it's required to disclose...

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Wikipedia:Miscellany for deletion/Wikipedia:10,000 most common passwords
Minggu, 2026-03-15 22:21:46

usefulness isn't enough IMO. The closest counterexample I can think of is WP:REALNAME, but that's specifically pointing to project policy. There is a mainspace...

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Wikipedia:WikiProject Spam/LinkReports/newsmeter.in
Kamis, 2019-08-22 19:37:28

watch | logs) (diff  !top) - Link: newsmeter.in/,863578&dq=david+cassidy&realname=The_'new'_David_Cassidy_steps_out (R/Xmeta/L- still there) 2019-08-22 06:40:17...

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Wikipedia:Teahouse/The menu
Sabtu, 2023-12-23 22:41:35

information about themselves. The profile contains fields for username, realname (or what they would like to be called), a quote and an image. Example below:...

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Wikipedia:Articles for deletion/Paniq
Rabu, 2023-02-08 21:51:57

the demoscene, realnames are traditionally detached from scene names which means that demosceners seldom appear with their realnames mentioned, neither...

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Wikipedia:Sockpuppet investigations/Hotroddude/Archive
Rabu, 2011-07-27 21:04:07

(Boydcoddinggton) is already blocked for possible impersonation per WP:REALNAME. But the majority of that behavior occurred before Hotroddude received...

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Wikipedia:Articles for deletion/Chad Coe
Jumat, 2025-11-28 01:11:01

the guideline on usernames. Please read WP:SPA and more importantly WP:REALNAME, because they explain that it is somewhat likely that you will be blocked...

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Wikipedia:WikiProject Articles for creation/Help desk/Archives/2017 December 12
Senin, 2017-12-18 13:53:07

merited. I quickly found your thesis online – you may want to read WP:REALNAME. Regards, Verbcatcher (talk) 01:45, 12 April 2017 (UTC) Hi, Verbcatcher...

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Wikipedia:Help desk/Archives/2012 December 26
Jumat, 2023-02-10 13:15:57

username box "Is this your or someone else's real name? Please see WP:REALNAME." Apteva (talk) 04:45, 27 December 2012 (UTC) When you click on help me...

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Wikipedia:Help desk/Archives/2024 October 3
Senin, 2024-10-07 09:13:10

real name as your username if you want; if you do, you should look at WP:REALNAME and WP:REALWORLD to make sure that's something you want to do. Given who...

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Wikipedia:Requests for arbitration/Attack sites
Sabtu, 2023-02-11 04:05:54

which failed to differentiate between criticism and stalking, between realname editors and username editors, or between reputable newssites which might...

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Wikipedia:Phase II feature requests/Cookies, logins, and privacy
Selasa, 2022-08-02 02:59:31

of their IP? The main use I see for that is correlating pseudonyms to realnames, which is mainly useful for prosecution (I don't assume that we want to...

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Wikipedia:WikiProject Articles for creation/Help desk/Archives/2021 October 6
Jumat, 2021-10-15 09:39:51

is in order as well as impersonation is frowned upon as well (see: WP:REALNAME). I cannot access the deleted article (not an admin), but based on the...

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Wikipedia:Village pump (proposals)/Archive 93
Selasa, 2023-03-21 07:53:26

whether or not they are that famous person or not on their user page (See WP:REALNAME). This serves as a verification of identity to avoid impersonation risks...

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Wikipedia:Userboxes/Wikipedia/Related accounts
Rabu, 2025-11-05 00:18:50

This user is a sockpuppet of a sockpuppet. linked pages {{User:Bill Du/realname}} This user edits on Wikipedia under their real name. linked pages {{User:Bill...

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Wikipedia:Redirects for discussion/Log/2018 September 22
Sabtu, 2021-07-31 01:43:03

mentioned under his stagename. That mention should be adjusted to include his realname too. Thryduulf (talk) 12:51, 22 September 2018 (UTC) Delete. There doesn't...

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Wikipedia:Administrators' noticeboard/Archive189
Selasa, 2024-09-03 00:28:07

rest/Noticeboard#Johan_B.C3.A4ckman earlier. As I understand Wikipedia:REALNAME, "If you share the same name as a well known person, or you are a well...

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Wikipedia:Help desk/Archives/2020 March 29
Jumat, 2020-04-03 16:10:24

confirm your identity with Wikipedia by following the instructions at WP:REALNAME; you could then, if you wish to, release a photo for use on Wikipedia,...

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Wikipedia:WikiProject Spam/Local/newsmeter.in
Minggu, 2025-01-19 08:06:01

watch | logs) (diff  !top) - Link: newsmeter.in/,863578&dq=david+cassidy&realname=The_'new'_David_Cassidy_steps_out (R/Xmeta/L) 2019-08-22 06:40:17 (UTC):...

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Wikipedia:Administrators' noticeboard/IncidentArchive603
Kamis, 2024-10-17 05:38:47

Talk • 11:31, 18 March 2010 (UTC) Agreed, suggest IP go read up on WP:REALNAME first before commenting further. --Dave ♠♣♥♦1185♪♫™ 11:32, 18 March 2010...

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Wikipedia:Administrators' noticeboard/Archive144
Rabu, 2024-11-27 02:35:33

controlled trial, you'd have to be able to assign editors to the "anon" and "realname" groups. Self-selection, which is what would happen here, is a powerful...

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Wikipedia:Administrators' noticeboard/IncidentArchive711
Senin, 2026-06-08 20:39:19

(talk) 22:52, 18 July 2011 (UTC) Resolved  – User in question indef'd on WP:REALNAME issue, remainder of concern is moot. --Alan the Roving Ambassador (User:N5iln)...

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Wikipedia:Village pump (policy)/Archive 34
Kamis, 2023-02-09 15:42:22

What if my career/job/life depends on destroying the link username <-> realname ? This is currently NOT possible and I don't see why archived, ancient...

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Wikipedia:Administrators' noticeboard/IncidentArchive588
Jumat, 2026-03-06 21:01:01

16:04, 28 December 2009 (UTC) I think the policy is pretty clear at WP:REALNAME (I've bolded the most relevant parts): Do not edit under the name of a...

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Wikipedia:Help desk/Archives/2022 June 24
Selasa, 2022-06-28 10:21:24

you are not Zorawar Singh, you will need to change your username (see WP:REALNAME for why, and go to WP:CHUS to request the change). You will need to provide...

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Wikipedia:Administrators' noticeboard/Archive187
Kamis, 2025-09-25 20:37:42

his identity via email. Report the user to WP:UAA citing violation of WP:REALNAME. --64.85.210.208 (talk) 04:34, 26 March 2009 (UTC) I encountered an IP...

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Wikipedia:Administrators' noticeboard/3RRArchive93
Selasa, 2023-02-21 13:21:51

meet these criteria. Also blocked the reporting editor in question per WP:REALNAME. Deacon of Pndapetzim (Talk) 15:56, 10 March 2009 (UTC) Page: Patrick Leahy...

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Wikipedia:Administrators' noticeboard/Archive190
Senin, 2025-01-20 01:51:37

╟─TreasuryTag►contribs─╢ 18:21, 20 April 2009 (UTC) Of a fashion we do: WP:REALNAME. Joe 18:29, 20 April 2009 (UTC) Being a highly skilled financial executive...

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Wikipedia:Help desk/Archives/2010 June 19
Jumat, 2026-01-23 21:44:53

because it does not have a licence. BTW your username seems to violate WP:REALNAME, unless your real name is also Aristide Razu. Kayau Voting IS evil 15:37...

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Wikipedia:Administrators' noticeboard/Archive214
Senin, 2026-02-16 06:01:25

that Wikipedia has a policy against having names like Brucejenner. See WP:REALNAME which says "Do not edit under the name of a well-known living person unless...

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Wikipedia:Administrators' noticeboard/IncidentArchive954
Jumat, 2026-03-20 04:46:16

may be a violation of WP:REALNAME. d.g. L3X1 (distant write) 23:17, 16 May 2017 (UTC) No it is definitely a violation of REALNAME, and we need to squash...

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Wikipedia:WikiProject Boxing/MOSGuidelines
Kamis, 2025-03-20 18:52:41

pipe-link if possible: Frazier (left), vs. [[Muhammad Ali|Ali]], 1974 realname Full name, including middle or other names, but leave blank if it is the...

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Wikipedia:Administrators' noticeboard/Archive90
Senin, 2023-04-03 11:56:01

deletion and any subpages, provided they meet U1. If you're using your realname to edit Wikipedia, you may also want to read WP:CHU. Please note that there...

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Wikipedia:Requests for adminship/Clpo13 2
Selasa, 2026-02-17 23:30:31

best to keep a close eye on this account for signs of impersonation. WP:REALNAME says that such accounts can be blocked as a precaution, but I would wait...

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Wikipedia:Administrators' noticeboard/IncidentArchive950
Selasa, 2024-10-08 13:03:58

assuming it's actually not, which is precisely the reason to block under WP:REALNAME, the purpose of which is to act as a precaution against damaging impersonation...

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Wikipedia:Administrators' noticeboard/IncidentArchive740
Minggu, 2026-02-22 01:23:11

actually using her WP:REALNAME - hence the comment about "slander". It's not slander. However, when you choose to ignore WP:REALNAME, you do run the risk...

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Wikipedia:Administrators' noticeboard/IncidentArchive531
Jumat, 2024-12-13 05:47:21

doesn't block him, then someone from here definitely should block him per WP:REALNAME. —/Mendaliv/2¢/Δ's/ 17:39, 21 April 2009 (UTC) He's been blocked for a...

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Wikipedia:Editor review/The Blade of the Northern Lights
Jumat, 2022-03-11 21:23:44

see Chihiro Iwasaki. I've also been active around UAA; the note about WP:REALNAME in the header was my idea, and to date I've only had 6 reports that I can...

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Wikipedia:Administrators' noticeboard/IncidentArchive523
Kamis, 2026-02-26 04:13:06

impersonating a prominent real life person by his user name (violating WP:REALNAME) and self-description. For context, see the vandalism and hoax edits that...

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Wikipedia:Administrators' noticeboard/Archive13
Sabtu, 2024-09-21 04:26:59

16:51, 23 September 2005 (UTC) Hmm, furthermore, on looking at Capri's realname blog, she says "I became the second most popular softcore ameture gal on...

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Wikipedia:Administrators' noticeboard/IncidentArchive680
Senin, 2023-10-23 11:42:07

has made a claim [132] that User:Michelle Stewart is an impostor. Per WP:REALNAME, could this user please be blocked until her identity be verified? Phearson...

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Wikipedia:Sockpuppet investigations/OrenBochman/Archive
Senin, 2022-03-28 02:07:02

worry about, I hope that is true ? Copyright ain't popular, disclosing my REALNAME, etc. will invite more harassment, so Wikipedia:Anonymity is required....

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Wikipedia:Administrators' noticeboard/IncidentArchive681
Jumat, 2025-10-17 04:18:36

against an editor using their real name as their user name, although WP:REALNAME points out the inherent issues with doing so. That said, I must concur...

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Wikipedia:Administrators' noticeboard/IncidentArchive612
Kamis, 2024-10-17 02:59:36

of WP:NLT really. The account could possibly have been blocked per WP:REALNAME, as well, at least until we confirmed whether it was the real Craig Cobb...

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Wikipedia:Administrators' noticeboard/IncidentArchive550
Rabu, 2023-02-22 00:35:55

The fact that another editor was able to use an editor's self-chosen WP:REALNAME isn't outing. I do see an asserted and insufficiently denied COI, and calling...

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Wikipedia:Administrators' noticeboard/IncidentArchive610
Jumat, 2026-07-24 12:50:50

page as "proof". I left a note on their user page earlier regarding WP:REALNAME, but as the account is continuing to post more personal details, it does...

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Wikipedia:Administrators' noticeboard/IncidentArchive840
Senin, 2025-10-20 07:07:45

edit. -- ferret (talk) 17:26, 16 May 2014 (UTC) Might be ripe for a WP:REALNAME block; I don't see that as a particularly good confirmation of identity...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Archive63
Senin, 2025-12-29 21:16:56

you've read WP:REALNAME. Thanks. --Dweller (talk) 16:02, 2 June 2009 (UTC) This will confirm that I have read WP:COI, WP:SPAMMER, and WP:REALNAME, as requested...

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Wikipedia:Administrators' noticeboard/IncidentArchive703
Selasa, 2026-06-09 19:36:43

linked ANI discussion. It looks to me like the name was challenged under WP:REALNAME, specifically, "Do not register a username that includes the name of an...

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Wikipedia:Administrators' noticeboard/IncidentArchive735
Selasa, 2024-11-19 13:19:18

January 2012 (UTC) I've just indefinitely softblocked this account per WP:REALNAME: Do not register a username that includes the name of an identifiable living...

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Wikipedia:Teahouse/Questions/Archive 1120
Selasa, 2023-04-18 11:40:52

2021 (UTC) First things first, Tom Stourton: your username. Please see WP:REALNAME. The next thing is WP:COIDECLARE. Both your name and your conflict of interest...

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Wikipedia:Administrators' noticeboard/Archive342
Jumat, 2022-07-22 04:12:23

an account and disclose your identity by following the guidance at WP:REALNAME - essentially, you would need to send an e-mail to [email protected]...

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Wikipedia:Administrators' noticeboard/IncidentArchive758
Minggu, 2024-05-12 22:15:28

be blocked as a precaution, until proof of identity is provided" per WP:REALNAME. Ryan Vesey Review me! 16:25, 3 July 2012 (UTC) If that is the case, it...

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Wikipedia:Administrators' noticeboard/IncidentArchive829
Kamis, 2024-07-04 08:40:43

course). 88.104.19.233 (talk) 06:56, 20 February 2014 (UTC) Oh, and per WP:REALNAME we probably need otrs ID. And they need 1 account per person, of course...

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Wikipedia:Administrators' noticeboard/IncidentArchive1026
Sabtu, 2025-08-02 12:12:54

notified about the discussion, warned about the conflict of interest. WP:REALNAME may apply. ~ ToBeFree (talk) 23:43, 26 December 2019 (UTC) User was blocked...

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Wikipedia:Administrators' noticeboard/IncidentArchive601
Sabtu, 2025-08-02 14:03:31

addressed the most important matter of the ANI report; how do we deal with WP:REALNAME? How do we verify that the editor using the name Evagolinger is really...

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Wikipedia:Administrators' noticeboard/IncidentArchive831
Rabu, 2025-09-24 02:35:58

quarta (talk) 06:39, 6 March 2014 (UTC) Likely a blockable username per WP:REALNAME, though the final warning followed by continuing should be enough to just...

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Wikipedia:Administrators' noticeboard/IncidentArchive949
Selasa, 2026-01-06 03:31:29

use your real name if you like, but you might want to take a look at WP:REALNAME and WP:WRW first. As Guy Macon pointed out, it's the quality of your edits...

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Wikipedia:Administrators' noticeboard/IncidentArchive1098
Rabu, 2026-02-11 07:26:22

real-world harm from actions taken here by malicious actors. Beside which per REALNAME editing with your real name is allowed (if discouraged), and while the...

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Wikipedia:Administrators' noticeboard/IncidentArchive983
Rabu, 2022-05-04 05:21:49

not in the spirit of WP:OUTING, since outing is connecting username and realname without the user's permission, not linking to a highly prominent place...

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Wikipedia:Administrators' noticeboard/IncidentArchive948
Rabu, 2025-09-24 21:04:25

- Arjayay (talk) 12:28, 14 March 2017 (UTC) Administrator note Per WP:REALNAME I have blocked the thread starter until they provide identification that...

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Wikipedia:Administrators' noticeboard/IncidentArchive982
Rabu, 2025-09-24 20:43:54

identity to OTRS by emailing info-enwikimedia.org. And anyway, pretty sure WP:REALNAME applies even to pseudonyms in the case where they are the primary means...

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Wikipedia:Administrators' noticeboard/Archive256
Minggu, 2025-01-26 22:36:42

COI declarations have the effect of announcing your real name (see WP:REALNAME). Do not publicly declare an interest if this could put you at harm in...

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Wikipedia:Administrators' noticeboard/IncidentArchive717
Senin, 2026-05-04 08:00:52

provided proof of identity. So my suggestion is this; block her per WP:REALNAME until proof is provided. I know that the policy is meant for usernames...

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Wikipedia:Administrators' noticeboard/Archive308
Selasa, 2024-11-26 21:17:58

2019 (UTC) By the same token, now enwiki ideals (that a rename from a realnames should generally be granted for privacy purposes) are being subverted...

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Wikipedia:Administrators' noticeboard/IncidentArchive898
Sabtu, 2026-03-28 20:53:00

companies, not, like, stockholders' home addresses. If you work for "Joe RealName, Inc.", then yeah, I guess that technically requires disclosing their personal...

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Wikipedia:Articles for deletion/Finnish Anti-Fascist Committee
Selasa, 2026-01-06 19:19:12

faith. Please cease and desist from your WP:BATTLE behaviour. Wikipedia:REALNAME policy is quite clear: "If you share the same name as a well known person...

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Wikipedia:Help desk/Archives/2019 December 7
Rabu, 2019-12-11 20:18:18

demonstrate your identity to Wikipedia by emailing the address written at WP:REALNAME. If the information is libelous and needs to be addressed as soon as practicable...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Unfulfilled/2010/December
Sabtu, 2025-08-16 20:57:45

I've recieved complaint on my current User name saying it's against WP:REALNAME. Queen Elizabeth II's Little Spy (talk) 02:36, 16 December 2010 (UTC) SoxBot...

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Wikipedia:Help desk/Archives/2023 October 15
Rabu, 2026-06-03 01:47:36

does want to use their real name, they should use the procedure at WP:REALNAME to confirm who they are: basically, it is done by email. Mike Turnbull...

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Wikipedia:Help desk/Archives/2020 June 2
Sabtu, 2020-06-06 07:41:15

confirm your identity with Wikipedia by following the instructions at WP:REALNAME. 331dot (talk) 00:01, 3 June 2020 (UTC) Hello, why those articles are draft...

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Wikipedia:Help desk/Archives/2017 December 5
Sabtu, 2022-01-15 12:16:31

December 2017 (UTC) If you are not Julian Rouas, your username violates WP:REALNAME. --David Biddulph (talk) 22:58, 5 December 2017 (UTC) Julian Rouas, I'm...

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Wikipedia:Village pump (proposals)/Archive 42
Selasa, 2022-05-17 10:52:14

gain a reputation as being authoritative. You might want to use a non-realname account for edits to articles you weren't an authority on or when making...

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Wikipedia:Village pump (policy)/Archive 63
Sabtu, 2022-05-21 21:41:58

the policy about using real names of people. It's worth looking at: WP:REALNAME. Perhaps that policy should be changed to encourage admins to immediately...

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Wikipedia:Requests for arbitration/Pudgenet/Evidence
Jumat, 2011-05-27 08:48:12

edits) have been done to death already. Jbolden claims I tied a username to realname without permission. This is false, and he provided no evidence of it. I...

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Wikipedia:Village pump (policy)/Archive 64
Senin, 2026-03-23 20:23:44

201, 202, 203, 204, 205, 206, 207, 208, 209, 210, 211, 212, 213, 214 WP:REALNAME states the following: "You should not register under any name that would...

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Wikipedia:WikiProject Articles for creation/Help desk/Archives/2025 July 6
Sabtu, 2025-07-12 09:17:16

research and blabla texts and image. and wikipedia (KyongJu Jung) <- it's my realname. i saw many celebrity and peoples profiles not wiki user profile. i want...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Unfulfilled/2011/November
Minggu, 2023-01-29 02:13:51

done; target exists. You could try filing at WP:USURP, but first see WP:REALNAME. –xenotalk 14:53, 2 November 2011 (UTC) Current name: Ucypanp (talk · contribs ·...

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Wikipedia:Requests for comment/Mobile site strapline
Minggu, 2022-05-15 01:16:08

be less likely to edit [niche sexual practice] for fear of my username/realname appearing in screenshots or news-articles. I'm proud to have edited some...

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Wikipedia:Help desk/Archives/2019 June 14
Selasa, 2019-06-18 09:43:33

should also confirm your identity by following the instructions at WP:REALNAME. 331dot (talk) 20:40, 14 June 2019 (UTC) Regarding [1], {{Infobox basketball...

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Wikipedia:Village pump (policy)/Archive 93
Rabu, 2023-02-08 20:38:33

edit. They don't do a rename because that would directly associate their realname with whatever new name they wish to use. So they create a new name and...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Archive105
Sabtu, 2026-05-02 20:32:39

30 November 2011 (UTC)  Done I agree with the realname, but he is already using his entire realname. MBisanz talk 15:39, 4 December 2011 (UTC) Current...

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Wikipedia:Teahouse/Questions/Archive 1075
Jumat, 2023-03-03 10:55:51

of the name of a real person by someone who is not that person (see WP:REALNAME). While I might ordinarily suggest you just abandon this username and register...

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Wikipedia:Teahouse/Questions/Archive 1156
Sabtu, 2026-07-04 07:02:18

any less anonymous than an IP editor, unless you register under your WP:REALNAME and post other personally identifying information on your user page. --...

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Wikipedia:Help desk/Archives/2020 January 28
Minggu, 2020-02-02 07:41:32

verify your identity with Wikipedia by following the instructions at WP:REALNAME. 331dot (talk) 00:58, 28 January 2020 (UTC) @Susansteinberg: You might...

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Wikipedia:Help desk/Archives/2020 January 6
Jumat, 2020-01-10 09:25:49

confirm your identity with Wikipedia by following the instructions at WP:REALNAME. 331dot (talk) 18:16, 6 January 2020 (UTC) The article was reformatted...

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Wikipedia:Teahouse/Questions/Archive 1012
Sabtu, 2019-09-14 11:56:12

confirm your identity with Wikipedia by following the instructions at WP:REALNAME, so we can be more confident that you are not an impersonator. Once you...

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Wikipedia:Education program/Assignment Design Wizard/components/default
Rabu, 2014-12-03 03:32:41

course_name = My course name | instructor_username = Ragesoss | instructor_realname = My real name, linked to my userpage | subject = The subject of my course...

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Wikipedia:Teahouse/Questions/Archive 1161
Rabu, 2026-02-04 21:51:26

considered carefully, as it may have the potential for harrassment. See WP:REALNAME. Kpddg (talk) 14:17, 17 August 2022 (UTC) I use my IRL name since that's...

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Wikipedia:Reference desk/Archives/Miscellaneous/2014 January 31
Sabtu, 2023-03-25 13:33:37

Baker"s of which examples abound, most of them less than precocious. WP:REALNAME policy indicates that someone editing under the name of a well-known motorcyclist...

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Wikipedia:Requests for adminship/WereSpielChequers 2
Sabtu, 2025-01-11 22:21:00

"Joe Bloggs is a mean, fat pig." Then I'd report it to UAA as "probably a realname but looking at the attack on the user page not the name of the creator"...

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Wikipedia:Articles for deletion/Log/2008 April 25
Selasa, 2022-10-18 07:43:32

2008 (UTC) Speedy delete as hoaxes (I suspect the Hinds article is the realname of the SPA creator). BJAODN needs its own website for this stuff. JeremyMcCracken...

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Wikipedia:Teahouse/Questions/Archive 1064
Selasa, 2023-05-23 18:12:47

by sending an email to [email protected] per the instructions at WP:REALNAME. 331dot (talk) 13:50, 9 June 2020 (UTC) In answer to your question, I agree...

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Wikipedia:Teahouse/Questions/Archive 1070
Minggu, 2024-12-22 23:00:47

confirm your identity with Wikipedia by following the instructions at WP:REALNAME. Wikipedia articles summarize what independent reliable sources with significant...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Archive1
Jumat, 2024-07-12 12:04:53

all-lowercase (no first caps), please change it. Otherwise change it to my realname, Matthias Bauer. TIA. --Moeffju 04:44, 22 Mar 2004 (UTC) Done. -- JeLuF...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Unfulfilled/2022/October
Jumat, 2022-10-28 03:50:03

@SlyRedeemerJT: The professor cannot require that per the WP:WIKIED policies and WP:REALNAME. I don't have the direct link to the policy. @Cabayi:, do you have it?...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Usurpations/Completed/14
Kamis, 2022-05-26 16:40:28

(UTC) Comment to DoomedSoldiers: if this is your realname, have you considered the cautions at WP:REALNAME ? –xeno talk 22:43, 21 April 2009 (UTC) Bureaucrat...

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Wikipedia:Village pump (miscellaneous)/Archive V
Rabu, 2026-01-21 15:16:02

June 2007 (UTC) But to that effect, it won't help if everyone used their realname, since you don't even have to register to simply view the contents of WP...

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Wikipedia:Education program/Assignment Design Wizard/example output
Sabtu, 2015-01-24 04:23:21

details | course_name = Foo | instructor_username = Ragesoss | instructor_realname = Sage Ross | subject = Baz | start_date = 2015-01-12 | end_date = 2015-05-15...

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Wikipedia:Teahouse/Questions/Archive 974
Selasa, 2019-07-02 12:02:32

confirm your identity with Wikipedia by following the instructions at WP:REALNAME. 331dot (talk) 20:42, 26 June 2019 (UTC) Hello, Buvic. You will want to...

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Wikipedia:Teahouse/Questions/Archive 1047
Jumat, 2026-01-23 13:54:51

verify your identity with Wikipedia by emailing the address written at WP:REALNAME. I have removed your phone number for your protection; personal contact...

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Wikipedia:Teahouse/Questions/Archive 1083
Jumat, 2023-03-03 10:55:41

and certainly not to not frustrate you. (See the third paragraph at WP:REALNAME for further explanation). Kind regards, Nick Moyes (talk) 00:08, 8 November...

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Wikipedia:Articles for deletion/Log/2008 March 12
Selasa, 2022-04-05 11:54:01

vocabulary and terms wrong, anyway...even Elizabeth merged my nick with my realname -"Dhia Mortillaro." A lot of people do that. And the underground railroad...

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Wikipedia:Teahouse/Questions/Archive 1093
Rabu, 2025-09-24 03:16:48

are editing on his behalf. That makes your username a violation of WP:REALNAME, so you should change it to one representing yourself at Wikipedia:Changing...

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Wikipedia:Teahouse/Questions/Archive 1076
Senin, 2025-01-06 15:41:34

PROD. The reason I ping though is to ask if action is needed here, per WP:REALNAME. Has the editor provided proof of identity? If not (and I can't know, but...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Archive101
Jumat, 2023-03-03 08:04:56

Bot 3 (talk) 16:30, 3 September 2011 (UTC)  Done; but please review WP:REALNAME. –xenotalk 21:29, 3 September 2011 (UTC) Current name: Guymacon (talk ·...

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Wikipedia:VRT noticeboard/Archive 6
Jumat, 2025-07-25 02:30:39

at meta:OTRS about WP:REALNAME, and I don't have access to otrswiki. My concern is that OTRS is telling recipients of WP:REALNAME blocks that they are...

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Wikipedia:Teahouse/Questions/Archive 1049
Senin, 2022-05-09 22:52:43

Editors are allowed to use their real names as their user names per WP:REALNAME, but many choose not to out of privacy concerns. If you're really the owner...

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Wikipedia:Teahouse/Questions/Archive 1005
Senin, 2019-09-02 12:07:53

(UTC) @AlanM1: An editor can use their real name as their username per WP:REALNAME, but such accounts can be WP:SOFTBLOCKed as a precaution against possible...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Unfulfilled/2022/September
Rabu, 2022-09-28 16:40:04

an assignment if not because of pressure from their instructor? The WP:REALNAME advice is not restricted to real names, it also encompasses "a nickname...

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Wikipedia:Village pump (miscellaneous)/Archive 32
Selasa, 2026-03-31 00:27:15

Cuerden (talk) 00:13, 6 May 2011 (UTC) The real lesson here would be WP:REALNAME (i.e., don't use your real name). That, and sometimes you have to put Real...

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Wikipedia:Teahouse/Questions/Archive 848
Rabu, 2019-01-02 04:45:14

want, and many editors do. Just be aware of the things discussed at WP:REALNAME. In some cases, you may be asked to verify your identity in order to make...

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Wikipedia:Teahouse/Questions/Archive 1013
Senin, 2019-09-16 15:42:56

doing this can lead to some unexpected problems; so, you should read WP:REALNAME and WP:REALWORLD first and decide whether it's something you really want...

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Wikipedia:Help desk/Archives/2014 July 13
Jumat, 2023-02-10 13:28:40

tricky, I agree. Also, please read both the Conflict of Interest and WP:REALNAME policies, since I believe they apply to your situation.Naraht (talk) 03:17...

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Wikipedia:Conflict of interest/draft
Senin, 2024-12-16 06:17:32

put you at harm in the real world, e.g., from stalkers. Please read WP:REALNAME. Some conflict of interest declarations have the effect of announcing your...

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Wikipedia:Help desk/Archives/2020 April 16
Senin, 2020-04-20 08:23:40

Wikipedia article, in which case you should follow the instructions at WP:REALNAME to verify your identity. What is your need for this? 331dot (talk) 12:03...

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Wikipedia:WikiProject Userboxes/Ideas/Archive 2
Senin, 2026-06-29 08:25:11

their real names? G Clark | Talk 22:01, 6 April 2006 (UTC) {{User:BDWill/realname|gender}} {{User:BDWill/realnamealt|gender}} --BDWill Talk 11:52, 18 April...

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Wikipedia:Files for discussion/2015 November 7
Selasa, 2025-09-23 22:03:04

doesn't help much as the Photographic Contributors are credited with their realnames there. Uploader claims to be the person who contributed the image to that...

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Wikipedia:Teahouse/Questions/Archive 1044
Sabtu, 2020-05-09 03:42:45

verify your identity with Wikipedia by following the instructions at WP:REALNAME, to ensure that others do not impersonate you. 331dot (talk) 13:57, 15...

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Wikipedia:Help desk/Archives/2020 March 2
Jumat, 2020-03-06 09:11:02

(talk) 10:07, 2 March 2020 (UTC) @Hoary: Should we be concerned about WP:REALNAME as well? —[AlanM1(talk)]— 01:27, 3 March 2020 (UTC) Yes of course. But...

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Wikipedia:Requests for adminship/Samwalton9
Jumat, 2023-03-03 12:05:28

message suggesting they state they aren't him on their user page, per WP:REALNAME. JackWashington: No inherent problem, seems like a common enough name and...

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Wikipedia:Articles for deletion/Log/2013 September 18
Jumat, 2023-03-03 21:18:03

the guideline on usernames. Please read WP:SPA and more importantly WP:REALNAME, because they explain that it is somewhat likely that you will be blocked...

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Wikipedia:Teahouse/Questions/Archive 1017
Selasa, 2019-09-24 11:57:07

confirm your identity with Wikipedia by following the instructions at WP:REALNAME. 331dot (talk) 16:50, 20 September 2019 (UTC) Who are you and where you...

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Wikipedia:Help desk/Archives/2022 October 17
Jumat, 2022-10-21 09:57:06

little blue Bori 07:36, 17 October 2022 (UTC) You should also read WP:REALNAME. Using your real name as your username may lead to harassment. 175.39.61...

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Wikipedia:Help desk/Archives/2020 April 24
Rabu, 2020-06-17 02:32:11

10:08, 24 April 2020 (UTC) NEFEW Please follow the instructions at WP:REALNAME to verify your identity. We cannot help you with the German version of...

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Wikipedia:Articles for deletion/Log/2009 April 4
Jumat, 2023-03-03 23:15:16

faith. Please cease and desist from your WP:BATTLE behaviour. Wikipedia:REALNAME policy is quite clear: "If you share the same name as a well known person...

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Wikipedia:Requests for adminship/Mkdw
Minggu, 2023-03-26 11:40:31

answer was yes, I may be inclined to seek advice at WP:RFC/NAME due to WP:REALNAME as well as inform the user (I would also offer WP:CHU as an option). I...

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Wikipedia:Articles for deletion/ShamanDhia
Jumat, 2026-01-09 05:16:05

vocabulary and terms wrong, anyway...even Elizabeth merged my nick with my realname -"Dhia Mortillaro." A lot of people do that. And the underground railroad...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Unfulfilled/2009/June
Kamis, 2022-03-24 14:03:19

3) Is the new name your real name? If so, please confirm you've read WP:REALNAME. Thanks. --Dweller (talk) 11:15, 28 May 2009 (UTC)  Not done No reply....

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Wikipedia:Articles for deletion/Log/2016 May 10
Jumat, 2023-03-03 20:05:11

here". This page was created by an obvious COI/paid editor (assuming WP:REALNAME, that is), expanded by another. We don't tolerate WP:promotion of any kind...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Archive85
Selasa, 2023-02-21 00:20:05

(talk) 11:57, 21 October 2010 (UTC)  Done, but please see the advice at WP:REALNAME. Best regards, –xenotalk 14:51, 21 October 2010 (UTC) Current name: Punk747 (talk ·...

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Wikipedia:Reliable sources/Noticeboard/Archive 190
Minggu, 2023-03-19 06:36:09

seems you have chosen to edit under your real name. You can do this per WP:REALNAME. Please be advised, however, discussing or commenting on the real-world...

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Wikipedia:Articles for deletion/Log/2015 January 16
Jumat, 2023-03-03 20:42:10

also want to note that the main contributor in question is likely a WP:REALNAME vio and not a WP:COI issue.LM2000 (talk) 01:18, 10 January 2015 (UTC) LM2000...

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Wikipedia:Requests for bureaucratship/Beeblebrox
Sabtu, 2026-02-14 16:12:52

firm, the username itself was simply a person's real name and, per WP:REALNAME, is allowed. I thought this comment (including edit summary) from a couple...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Archive153
Selasa, 2022-05-31 02:10:38

global renamer: rename user Datestamp: 11:15, 13 January 2014 (UTC) Reason: realname Lolqwert 11:15, 13 January 2014 (UTC) Robot clerk note: No problems found...

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Wikipedia:Requests for adminship/AnonEMouse
Minggu, 2023-03-26 08:02:34

resident state, and the last name and first initial, with Amazon.com RealName verification, which meant that Amazon had verified that this was the name...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Usurpations/Completed/28
Sabtu, 2025-06-28 23:18:09

"anilrkg" and started editing as "anigaddam" now (although you should read WP:REALNAME first about the potential dangers of using your real name on Wikipedia)...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Unfulfilled/2011/June
Minggu, 2023-01-29 02:14:01

people cannot connect your username to your real life identity (see WP:REALNAME for details). Regards SoWhy 16:18, 27 May 2011 (UTC)  Not done No response...

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Wikipedia:Conflict of interest/Noticeboard/Archive 187
Senin, 2022-03-21 06:33:50

on this noticeboard. Perhaps the best solution is a block under the WP:REALNAME policy with a kindly worded set of instructions on how to confirm identity...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Archive64
Kamis, 2022-07-07 19:41:22

problems of using your WP:REALNAME? -- Avi (talk) 23:56, 30 June 2009 (UTC) You may continue with ArvindRSingh. I have read WP:REALNAME and i'm ok with public...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Unfulfilled/2016/April
Minggu, 2025-01-26 04:52:40

clear on your userpage that you are not related to said person. See WP:REALNAME. Are you sure you wish to use this username? —k6ka 🍁 (Talk · Contributions)...

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Wikipedia:Help desk/Archives/2020 June 16
Sabtu, 2020-06-20 07:11:34

confirm your identity with Wikipedia by following the instructions at WP:REALNAME. In the future, you should avoid directly editing the article(not just...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Archive90
Kamis, 2023-02-09 22:22:46

G Bot 3 (talk) 12:07, 14 February 2011 (UTC)  Done, but please read WP:REALNAME. –xenotalk 14:46, 14 February 2011 (UTC) Current name: Niket.patel (talk ·...

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Wikipedia:Teahouse/Questions/Archive 705
Kamis, 2018-01-04 12:13:35

identity to Wikipedia, you can do so by emailing the address listed at WP:REALNAME. 331dot (talk) 10:17, 29 December 2017 (UTC) Hi there A page I created...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Archive72
Sabtu, 2022-06-04 19:50:17

name here can have potential consequences outside of Wikipedia. (See WP:REALNAME) (X! · talk)  · @737  ·  16:41, 17 January 2010 (UTC) Yes I have read real...

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Wikipedia:Requests for adminship/Kelapstick 2
Selasa, 2023-03-14 01:39:19

editing under their real names of which he should be made aware. See also WP:REALNAME. AGreatAdmin - Inappropriate per WP:U, they give the impression that they...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Unfulfilled/2019/October
Rabu, 2019-10-30 09:20:05

previously had been required to change from this username because of that. WP:REALNAME covers pesudonyms as well. TJRC (talk) 22:48, 24 October 2019 (UTC)  Not...

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Wikipedia:Teahouse/Questions/Archive 655
Minggu, 2017-08-20 12:13:04

volunteers rather than employees though, Janemcclure, and as explained at WP:REALNAME, using a real name can increase the potential for harassment. I would not...

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Wikipedia:Help desk/Archives/2010 June 22
Selasa, 2023-03-14 22:55:32

June 2010 (UTC) See WP:LAYOUT, WP:YFA, WP:BIO, WP:AUTOBIO, WP:PEACOCK, WP:REALNAME, WP:FOOT, WP:V, WP:CITE, and WP:COI. If you are new to Wikipedia editing...

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Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Case/BLP issues on British politics articles/Workshop
Jumat, 2018-07-27 01:05:06

extremely uneven handling of editors. Over at WP:UAA you have a link to WP:REALNAME...which say that that you can be blocked as a "precaution against damaging...

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Wikipedia:Education noticeboard/Archive 20
Rabu, 2021-09-22 06:36:34

disruptive editing (WP:POINT). There's probably enough there for a WP:REALNAME block, but that isn't the purpose of this noticeboard. --AntiComposite...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Unfulfilled/2021/February
Minggu, 2021-02-28 06:00:07

please see Your First Article. If you still want to be renamed just see WP:REALNAME and confirm. ‐‐1997kB (talk) 15:41, 19 February 2021 (UTC)  Not done No...

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Wikipedia:Teahouse/Questions/Archive 1027
Kamis, 2025-11-13 17:36:16

individuals to use their real names as their usernames as explained in WP:REALNAME, but you shouldn't be using "Vipula wanigasekara" as yours if your name...

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Wikipedia:Conflict of interest/Noticeboard/Archive 183
Sabtu, 2022-01-22 10:51:49

December 2021 (UTC) There is also a WP:REALNAME issue. [9] SandyGeorgia (Talk) 00:26, 29 December 2021 (UTC) REALNAME would be an issue if you think this...

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Wikipedia:Help desk/Archives/2010 March 21
Selasa, 2022-03-29 01:55:00

User:AlfredoDaSilva, which is a real name, but not your real name. That violates WP:REALNAME. Note that on Wikipedia only one person should use a given account. Usernames...

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Wikipedia:Teahouse/Questions/Archive 635
Selasa, 2023-03-14 03:19:31

6 July 2017 (UTC) I don't really think you need to change it. See WP:REALNAME. -A lad insane (Channel 2) 01:23, 6 July 2017 (UTC) There is normally no...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Archive81
Jumat, 2022-04-01 18:05:05

15:57, 19 July 2010 (UTC) (If this is your real name) have you reviewed WP:REALNAME? –xenotalk 18:07, 19 July 2010 (UTC) I reviewed it, I think it'll be fine...

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Wikipedia:Articles for deletion/Log/2005 February 5
Jumat, 2023-03-03 23:29:42

the demoscene, realnames are traditionally detached from scene names which means that demosceners seldom appear with their realnames mentioned, neither...

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Wikipedia:Arbitration/Requests/Case/Kudpung/Proposed decision
Minggu, 2023-07-09 19:19:37

some of our handles are a bit...jocose? I'm sure Kudpung would have realnamed Boing! said Zebedee if it was publicly disclosed. The use of the real...

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Wikipedia:Teahouse/Questions/Archive 1138
Selasa, 2023-07-18 05:31:09

@Otto-Christian von Bismarck: You should change your username. Per WP:REALNAME, Do not edit under a name that is likely to imply that you are (or are...

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Wikipedia:Articles for deletion/Benny Nemer
Minggu, 2025-09-14 05:26:25

@CoconutOctopus: Has anybody verified that the account is who they say they are? WP:REALNAME says that we block accounts stating they belong to notable individuals;...

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Wikipedia:Teahouse/Questions/Archive 1091
Jumat, 2026-03-13 00:48:05

about your username, editors can use their real names if they want per WP:REALNAME, but try and remember that Wikipedia is in the WP:REALWORLD, which means...

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Wikipedia:Conflict of interest/Noticeboard/Archive 52
Selasa, 2023-03-21 14:29:13

the person is an imposter, you should make a report at WP:UAA where WP:REALNAME will be applied but they most likely will not take action as the editor...

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Wikipedia:Village pump (assistance)/Archive L
Senin, 2026-03-02 21:08:51

address, and it's actually a more specific identifier as regards their realname than a psuedonym identity like mine is. This is because it can be used...

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Wikipedia:Reliable sources/Noticeboard/Archive 95
Sabtu, 2021-10-16 23:13:46

avoid doing that). So, where do we go from here? Attarparn (now signing as realname "Dr Ulf Erlingsson") continues to want to have the image in the article...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Unfulfilled/2010/July
Kamis, 2023-02-09 06:35:53

unsigned comment added by Pucks (talk • contribs) I presume you've read WP:REALNAME? –xenotalk 19:58, 15 July 2010 (UTC) I have read it and I have reconsidered...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Unfulfilled/2009/October
Rabu, 2026-07-15 01:17:48

real name on the internet. Yes, I do and will understand it. I've used my realname in several internet forums, and I've become a valued member in such communities...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Archive65
Sabtu, 2026-03-07 20:56:00

Bureaucrat note: Are you aware with possible issues when using your WP:REALNAME? -- Avi (talk) 19:47, 20 July 2009 (UTC)  Done I'm inclined to ignore the...

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Wikipedia:Conflict of interest/Noticeboard/Archive 55
Selasa, 2023-04-04 02:23:23

name, they are volunteering their identity. We warn them of this at WP:REALNAME. If employment information for that person is published readily online...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Archive231
Rabu, 2025-09-24 05:55:57

renamer: rename user Datestamp: 07:20, 21 July 2018 (UTC) Reason: Change from realname LM Gold (talk) 07:20, 21 July 2018 (UTC) Robot clerk note: No problems...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Unfulfilled/2022/December
Sabtu, 2022-12-31 17:50:04

against using real names or nicknames which can be traced to you - WP:REALNAME. If you still want it, you'll need to request at WP:CHUU and add a note...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Unfulfilled/2009/May
Senin, 2022-03-28 05:22:50

note: Are you aware of the issues that may arise due to using your WP:REALNAME? -- Avi (talk) 04:03, 29 April 2009 (UTC)  Not done No reply. --Dweller...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Usurpations/Rejected/14
Sabtu, 2025-06-28 23:20:32

 rename user Datestamp: 15:38, 22 July 2011 (UTC) Reason: i want to show my realname Rollitoasí (talk) 15:38, 22 July 2011 (UTC) Note: The target username meets...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Unfulfilled/2011/February
Kamis, 2023-02-09 22:23:43

firstly - you can keep your name if you want, but you should read WP:REALNAME first. Secondly, I'm afraid the page you are trying to create will probably...

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Wikipedia:Conflict of interest/Noticeboard/Archive 50
Selasa, 2025-09-23 21:41:34

declaration of it, which isn't necessary. You should acquaint yourself with WP:REALNAME. Essentially, if this person is not Stuart Coggins, then they should be...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Usurpations/Completed/20
Selasa, 2023-03-21 14:40:04

correlation is particularly strong on wikipedia where googling for my realname quickly points to my username. Several unpleasant incidents in the past...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Archive140
Kamis, 2023-02-09 22:11:20

--Chris G Bot 3 (talk) 01:00, 2 July 2013 (UTC)  Done but be mindful of WP:REALNAME. –xenotalk 16:45, 8 July 2013 (UTC) Current name: Fredo.tony (talk · contribs ·...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Archive132
Kamis, 2025-11-20 20:33:14

global renamer: rename user Datestamp: 20:01, 10 March 2013 (UTC) Reason: realname Theageofcolloidalsilverlimited (talk) 20:01, 10 March 2013 (UTC) Robot...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Archive157
Jumat, 2022-04-01 18:10:08

Datestamp: 12:10, 13 March 2014 (UTC) Reason: other name because current is realname Geoffrey Calabria G. Calabria (talk) 12:10, 13 March 2014 (UTC) Robot clerk...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Usurpations/Completed/15
Minggu, 2026-02-22 07:37:53

to move the history of my userpage over (again, just getting away from realname). I realize it would be lost completely. If it's not possible then it's...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Archive67
Selasa, 2023-03-21 17:14:19

use on other networks, which reflects my realname more. I do understand the risks of working under my realname. However, I prefer to write in the open...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Unfulfilled/2016/July
Kamis, 2023-02-09 22:26:58

on your userpage that you are not affiliated with that person (see WP:REALNAME). —k6ka 🍁 (Talk · Contributions) 22:08, 23 June 2016 (UTC) On hold Pending...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Unfulfilled/2011/August
Minggu, 2023-01-29 02:14:07

your real name if you want to, but there's a fair warning about it: WP:REALNAME. The new name is already registered (probably by you), but see WP:ORGNAME...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Archive107
Senin, 2023-04-03 19:22:58

11 January 2012 (UTC)  Done Although you might want to look through WP:REALNAME. --Dweller (talk) 17:17, 11 January 2012 (UTC) Current name: GilatSatNet (talk ·...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Archive151
Senin, 2022-05-23 03:01:34

December 2013 (UTC)  Done; @User:David Kardos if you decide based on the WP:REALNAME advice you'd like a further rename, please file one. –xenotalk 18:28, 11...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Archive154
Kamis, 2023-02-09 22:12:10

global renamer: rename user Datestamp: 10:12, 29 January 2014 (UTC) Reason: realname Manushidesai (talk) 10:12, 29 January 2014 (UTC) Robot clerk note: No problems...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Unfulfilled/2012/January
Senin, 2023-01-30 19:29:11

renamer: rename user Datestamp: 20:39, 17 January 2012 (UTC) Reason: to realname 94.79.181.171 (talk) 20:39, 17 January 2012 (UTC) Robot clerk note: I have...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Unfulfilled/2010/November
Senin, 2024-07-29 17:39:24

target account is a global account registered at simple. See also: WP:REALNAME. –xenotalk 13:11, 29 October 2010 (UTC)  Not done due to no response. ···日本穣...

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Wikipedia:Conflict of interest/Noticeboard/Archive 185
Rabu, 2022-02-02 21:05:40

disclosure in the world, but better than nothing. What's of more concern is WP:REALNAME - since Ross Edgley is notable, we'd need proof of identity for that account...

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Wikipedia:Teahouse/Questions/Archive 619
Jumat, 2023-03-03 10:47:53

your real name is allowed, and even encouraged, by Wikipedia policy: WP:REALNAME. It has nothing to do with "hiding"; all edits made by users are logged...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Unfulfilled/2009/August
Selasa, 2023-03-14 12:08:18

(talk) 16:23, 3 August 2009 (UTC) Clerk note: According to policy, WP:REALNAME: "Do not edit under the name of a well-known living person unless it is...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Usurpations/Rejected/20
Sabtu, 2025-06-28 23:24:40

on 3 wikis. AnomieBOT⚡ 11:52, 2 September 2014 (UTC)  Not done per WP:REALNAME; unless you provide verification to OTRS that this is also your real name...

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Wikipedia:Sockpuppet investigations/Simulation12/Archive
Selasa, 2026-03-10 19:23:09

14 September 2009 (UTC) Note: JimConroy38 has been blocked as per WP:REALNAME. See Wikipedia:Requests for comment/User names#JimConroy38 for more information...

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Wikipedia:Conflict of interest/Noticeboard/Archive 157
Kamis, 2025-11-13 17:06:25

15:26, 11 April 2020 (UTC) Blocked as violation of username policy (WP:REALNAME). — Newslinger talk 11:06, 13 April 2020 (UTC) Cameron Whitten (edit |...

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Wikipedia:Teahouse/Questions/Archive 466
Sabtu, 2023-02-11 08:33:56

you contains incorrect information. I also suggest you take a look at WP:REALNAME. There's nothing wrong with an editor using their real name as their Wikipedia...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Archive100
Kamis, 2026-07-02 08:35:45

--Chris G Bot 3 (talk) 20:30, 17 August 2011 (UTC)  Done; but please see WP:REALNAME. –xenotalk 12:54, 18 August 2011 (UTC) Current name: Vivekkpandey (talk ·...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Archive98
Senin, 2023-01-30 19:29:42

–xenotalk 15:07, 19 July 2011 (UTC) Please do review the guidance at WP:REALNAME. –xenotalk 15:07, 19 July 2011 (UTC) Current name: Nikola.ivanoff (talk ·...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Unfulfilled/2019/March
Sabtu, 2019-04-06 06:46:41

the consequences of writing and editing under my real name as per the WP:REALNAME policy, and realize that outing myself on a public forum currently can...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Archive94
Minggu, 2023-02-19 14:00:09

The Helpful One 23:45, 21 May 2011 (UTC)  Done Agreed she is using her realname, but she was also using it to begin with. MBisanz talk 00:13, 23 May 2011...

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Wikipedia:Conflict of interest/Noticeboard/Archive 54
Jumat, 2023-04-21 23:03:08

19:13, 18 November 2011 (UTC) I've blocked the account for now per WP:REALNAME - the edits to the school article make me suspect that it may not be Futura...

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Wikipedia:Teahouse/Questions/Archive 8
Selasa, 2023-03-21 13:40:20

(UTC) It's a matter of personal taste. Take a look, for instance, at WP:REALNAME. I appreciate editors who use their real name. At the same time, as a female...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Archive203
Sabtu, 2022-02-26 18:02:47

name? --Pokéfan95 (talk) 03:24, 2 June 2016 (UTC) Yes. I am aware of WP:REALNAME. I just want to have my name associated with my Wikipedia username. Theory...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Archive87
Kamis, 2025-11-13 23:23:36

one user doesn't get mistaken for another. Also, you may want to read WP:REALNAME to make sure you're comfortable continuing with using a real name as your...

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Wikipedia:Teahouse/Questions/Archive 587
Sabtu, 2022-01-15 10:16:17

name as a username. Please read WP:Username policy and in particular WP:REALNAME. --David Biddulph (talk) 10:11, 3 March 2017 (UTC) Hello Sir/madam In our...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Unfulfilled/2014/April
Kamis, 2023-02-09 22:25:16

response. Please feel free to refile and note you are alright with the REALNAME implications (if applicable) –xenotalk 03:51, 6 April 2014 (UTC) Current...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Archive102
Sabtu, 2023-02-18 21:27:44

a full explanation.) I wish to change this name to avoid potential WP:REALNAME problems. Beyond My Ken (talk) 21:14, 20 September 2011 (UTC) Robot clerk...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Unfulfilled/2018/April
Kamis, 2024-05-30 20:27:25

renamer: rename user Datestamp: 07:05, 25 April 2018 (UTC) Reason: This is my realname Reviewdekhlo8822 (talk) 07:05, 25 April 2018 (UTC) Robot clerk note: No...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Archive214
Minggu, 2022-06-05 20:09:14

rename user Datestamp: 07:18, 23 April 2017 (UTC) Reason: the current is my realname and getting me exposed Vsibbs (talk) 07:18, 23 April 2017 (UTC) Robot clerk...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Usurpations/Completed/24
Sabtu, 2025-06-28 23:22:06

14:32, 11 January 2011 (UTC) Reason: Prefer not to use real name per WP:REALNAME. ~ ~ : Lincoln Cooper : ~ ~ (talk) 14:32, 11 January 2011 (UTC) Note: The...

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Wikipedia:Conflict of interest/Noticeboard/Archive 63
Minggu, 2023-01-29 02:11:14

April 2013 (UTC) Excuse me Stewiedv, but I believe you should read WP:REALNAME and follow the instructions to confirm your identity with the Volunteer...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Unfulfilled/2009/July
Senin, 2023-02-27 23:10:34

note: Are you aware of the issues that may arise when you use your WP:REALNAME? Also, wouldn't you want the "K" capitalized as well, and what about spaces...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Unfulfilled/2014/March
Kamis, 2023-02-09 22:25:58

name. Go ahead and start using it instead, but consider the advise at WP:REALNAME. –xenotalk 17:31, 14 March 2014 (UTC) Current name: Hell in a Bucket (talk ·...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Usurpations/Completed/49
Sabtu, 2025-06-28 23:21:17

(UTC) Reason: Regretting recent(ish) username change to real name (per WP:REALNAME), and wish to switch to this as a permanent username. User:Yodin has only...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Usurpations/Rejected/13
Sabtu, 2025-06-28 23:16:36

global account. Please take a look at the fair warning as to using a WP:REALNAME, though. –xenotalk 01:54, 10 January 2011 (UTC)  Not done; as there is...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Usurpations/Completed/52
Sabtu, 2025-06-28 23:37:40

legal name and would like my online identity (which I understand the WP:REALNAME) to reflect that. In the future if I attempt a name change, you can deny...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Unfulfilled/2025/September
Minggu, 2025-09-28 14:10:06

@1989stone: The requested name seems to be a real name. Please read WP:REALNAME for potential risks. Are you sure you want to proceed? (Please use the...

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Wikipedia:Conflict of interest/Noticeboard/Archive 109
Kamis, 2026-02-12 22:40:54

2017 (UTC) Is it really private though if they are editing under their WP:REALNAME? Would Shenme be in the clear to post to the other editor's userpage with...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Unfulfilled/2013/October
Minggu, 2026-07-05 06:40:53

someones name of a major cult so I was request to change it because WP:REALNAME as it is identifiable to Priyadarshan Swami who I am not. Priyadswami (talk)...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Unfulfilled/2013/August
Senin, 2023-01-30 19:29:01

you want to try usurpation? Also, I presume you are fine with using your realname and understand the potential consequences? -- Avi (talk) 03:38, 6 August...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Archive92
Kamis, 2023-03-09 22:34:56

rename user Datestamp: 20:12, 6 April 2011 (UTC) Reason: I have read WP:REALNAME. Dbratland is not much of a disguise of Dennis Bratland, so it offers no...

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Wikipedia:Conflict of interest/Noticeboard/Archive 108
Senin, 2025-09-01 09:10:21

could be a COI issue. I don't want to go further without knowing if WP:REALNAME affords the privilege. - Brianhe (talk) 20:26, 24 November 2016 (UTC) Halderman...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Unfulfilled/2010/October
Jumat, 2022-04-01 18:00:26

additional opinions. Is the new name your real name? Have you read WP:REALNAME? –xenotalk 14:21, 13 October 2010 (UTC) Actually, you may be able to claim...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Usurpations/Rejected/12
Sabtu, 2025-06-28 23:22:17

November 2010 (UTC)  Not done per above. See the relevant advice at WP:REALNAME and re-file at WP:CHUS if you still want to proceed. –xenotalk 04:38, 22...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Unfulfilled/2013/September
Senin, 2023-01-30 19:28:51

name is fine and would advise you to keep it if the desired name is WP:REALNAME. Please let me know. –xenotalk 01:21, 23 August 2013 (UTC)  Not done No...

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Wikipedia:Teahouse/Questions/Archive 174
Sabtu, 2024-10-19 20:16:59

username is probably in breach of Wikipedia policy, as explained at Wikipedia:REALNAME. You could report it at Wikipedia:Usernames for administrator attention...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Archive206
Senin, 2023-02-27 23:12:24

Datestamp: 06:18, 14 September 2016 (UTC) Reason: Removing real name as per WP:REALNAME - Rizzal Hopper (talk) 06:18, 14 September 2016 (UTC) Robot clerk note:...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Archive66
Kamis, 2022-03-24 14:07:41

requested renaming. I wish to have a username which is not associated with my realname. Freefattyacids 06:23, 23 August 2009 (UTC) —Preceding unsigned comment...

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Wikipedia:Conflict of interest/Noticeboard/Archive 111
Selasa, 2025-04-01 20:39:40

content. Both appearing to be at work wikiwashing the content. Because of WP:REALNAME I believe their claim to work for the outfit. Admin intervention may be...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Unfulfilled/2023/December
Senin, 2024-01-01 03:30:04

03:30, 30 November 2023 (UTC)  Renamer note: VBParnters Please review WP:REALNAME, if you're good with this request let us know, if not just open a new request...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Archive211
Minggu, 2024-10-20 06:15:14

2017 (UTC) Reason: The Original Name was kept in a hurry and is someones realname who hasnt allowed it to be used so has to be removed please. Shah Hasanat...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Unfulfilled/2022/January
Senin, 2023-02-27 23:10:57

self-promotion which seems to be your intent. Wikipedia discourages the use of WP:REALNAMEs. Cabayi (talk) 12:31, 5 January 2022 (UTC) Current name: X07d (talk ·...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Archive156
Senin, 2024-01-29 22:08:28

renamer: rename user Datestamp: 11:48, 24 February 2014 (UTC) Reason: WP:REALNAME DElliott (talk) 11:48, 24 February 2014 (UTC) Robot clerk note: No problems...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Archive249
Selasa, 2019-12-10 05:40:04

14:31, 15 November 2019 (UTC) Reason: no need for alias when i can use my realname Caruncho (talk) 14:31, 15 November 2019 (UTC) Robot clerk note: No problems...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Archive60
Kamis, 2025-11-20 20:32:03

–Juliancolton | Talk 02:21, 31 March 2009 (UTC) Clerk note: Wikipedia:REALNAME for a quick note. -- Avi (talk) 06:04, 31 March 2009 (UTC)  Done -- Andre...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Archive253
Kamis, 2023-02-09 22:18:45

2020 (UTC) Reason: Following guidance given by Wikipedia guidelines WP:REALNAME Vishaalgautam (talk) 10:02, 26 February 2020 (UTC) Robot clerk note: No...

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Wikipedia:Biographies of living persons/Noticeboard/Archive281
Selasa, 2019-04-23 14:25:10

particular individual. If, however, you'd like to create an account per WP:REALNAME, have your identity confirmed by emailing Wikimedia OTRS and then post...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Archive272
Rabu, 2026-06-03 01:46:18

Datestamp: 17:42, 11 November 2021 (UTC) Reason: SUBJECTED TO HARASSMENT ON REALNAME Gauravkumar2401 (talk) 17:42, 11 November 2021 (UTC) Robot clerk note:...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Archive99
Senin, 2023-01-30 19:29:33

--Chris G Bot 3 (talk) 14:50, 15 August 2011 (UTC)  Done, but please see WP:REALNAME. –xenotalk 01:59, 16 August 2011 (UTC) Current name: JonathanLHall (talk ·...

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Wikipedia:Conflict of interest/Noticeboard/Archive 42
Jumat, 2025-08-29 13:34:53

allowed to create a new account if they want). They were blocked due to WP:REALNAME. I doubt that the editor was really Malene, my guess is that this was just...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Archive47
Jumat, 2022-05-06 01:12:25

used. The reason for my request is two fold: 1. I would like to remove my realname from my username for privacy purposes (I'm not too worried that this won't...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Archive227
Senin, 2023-03-20 20:26:14

Comment: They were in IRC help channel yesterday. I asked them about WP:REALNAME implications, and they said they are comfortable using a username close...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Unfulfilled/2009/December
Selasa, 2023-03-14 12:08:13

log in before making a request here. NB It'll save time if you read WP:REALNAME and confirm you're happy with it when you make the request. --Dweller (talk)...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Archive127
Senin, 2025-12-29 21:42:35

user Datestamp: 15:15, 30 December 2012 (UTC) Reason: mistakenly used realname. Markchitty (talk) 15:15, 30 December 2012 (UTC) Robot clerk note: There...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Unfulfilled/2013/June
Jumat, 2023-03-03 17:28:03

renamer: rename user Datestamp: 12:45, 30 May 2013 (UTC) Reason: Want my realname to be my username $&y (talk) 12:45, 30 May 2013 (UTC) Robot clerk note:...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Archive128
Minggu, 2024-11-17 18:14:35

renamer: rename user Datestamp: 08:57, 20 January 2013 (UTC) Reason: I prefer realname. Naomint (talk) 08:57, 20 January 2013 (UTC) Robot clerk note: No problems...

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Wikipedia:Biographies of living persons/Noticeboard/Archive272
Selasa, 2025-11-18 17:37:57

you are a notable person with an article about yourself, please see WP:REALNAME. I notice you have also posted this message on User:Steve6187 and User...

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Wikipedia:Conflict of interest/Noticeboard/Archive 105
Sabtu, 2024-03-23 03:26:21

(talk) 01:24, 26 July 2016 (UTC) (Non-administrator comment)Per WP:REALNAME, it would appear that this username is representing itself as the article...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Archive61
Rabu, 2024-11-27 04:16:03

to go by my first initial and last name. I have read and understand WP:REALNAME. Thanks! tj9991 (talk | contribs) 18:04, 23 September 2009 (UTC) SoxBot...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Usurpations/Completed/29
Sabtu, 2025-06-28 23:21:31

nothing to usurp. Fulfilled as "simple" request.  Done but please see WP:REALNAME. –xenotalk 20:15, 17 September 2011 (UTC) Status:     Done Current username:...

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Wikipedia:Help desk/Archives/2024 April 30
Minggu, 2024-05-05 19:14:45

links. Some other things you might want to look at for reference are WP:REALNAME and WP:REALWORLD. Wikipedia users are free to use their real names as their...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Archive62
Kamis, 2023-10-05 08:11:25

Bureaucrat note: Are you aware of the dangers of using your real name? See WP:REALNAME. --Dweller (talk) 09:46, 6 May 2009 (UTC) Yes, I am. Please proceed with...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Archive181
Senin, 2023-01-30 19:31:32

renamer: rename user Datestamp: 15:57, 11 February 2015 (UTC) Reason: realname Fermanmain (talk) 15:57, 11 February 2015 (UTC) Robot clerk note: No problems...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Archive171
Senin, 2025-09-01 14:09:56

please feel free to file a further request if you don't want to use your realname. –xenotalk 17:43, 1 October 2014 (UTC) Current name: R_barc (talk · contribs ·...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Usurpations/Completed/55
Sabtu, 2025-06-28 23:28:23

name change—I understand the implications of using my real name as per WP:REALNAME, and will submit information as necessary to prove my personal identity...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Archive84
Rabu, 2025-11-19 22:24:50

talk page certifying this request. Also, have you read the caution at WP:REALNAME? –xenotalk 20:23, 29 September 2010 (UTC) Done I hope this will do. Thanks...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Archive170
Minggu, 2023-02-19 10:56:07

@Ariela Weinberger: i have done that, please take note the advice as wp:realname and request further if needed. –xenotalk 17:16, 10 September 2014 (UTC)...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Archive137
Senin, 2023-01-30 19:32:08

Datestamp: 10:33, 26 May 2013 (UTC) Reason: Due to personal privacy and WP:REALNAME reasons, I've decided that I should not use this username anymore. AimalCool...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Unfulfilled/2023/November
Jumat, 2023-12-01 05:00:05

against using real names or nicknames which can be traced to you - WP:REALNAME. Third request lucky? Cabayi (talk) 13:55, 4 November 2023 (UTC) Current...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Archive96
Minggu, 2022-06-05 20:08:59

--Chris G Bot 3 (talk) 19:40, 22 June 2011 (UTC)  Done, but please review WP:REALNAME. –xenotalk 20:30, 22 June 2011 (UTC) Current name: Aimdezilaere (talk ·...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Archive86
Senin, 2026-03-09 23:07:15

name already contained in present name, if user wants to rename per WP:REALNAME concerns, they should feel free to re-file). –xenotalk 14:15, 19 November...

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Wikipedia:Conflict of interest/Noticeboard/Archive 77
Sabtu, 2024-11-09 22:14:11

deleted contribs · logs · filter log · block user · block log) WP:SPA. Assuming WP:REALNAME, there seems to be a very clear conflict of interest here. Does anyone...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Archive120
Jumat, 2023-04-21 18:07:57

that this was a mistake. But are you aware about the problems of having a realname? TheSpecialUser TSU 14:00, 16 August 2012 (UTC)  Done per no objections...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Archive113
Senin, 2023-01-30 19:32:41

April 2012 (UTC) Reason: Consistency across different services (Wikipedia:REALNAME read and understood) Jetcheng Chu 10:43, 23 April 2012 (UTC) Robot clerk...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Unfulfilled/2013/July
Jumat, 2022-05-20 16:24:02

still want us to process the rename, please review the guidance at WP:REALNAME first. –xenotalk 16:44, 23 July 2013 (UTC)  Not done Maxim(talk) 01:49...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Archive141
Minggu, 2023-01-29 02:15:39

(talk) 16:10, 23 July 2013 (UTC)  Done but please review the guidance at WP:REALNAME. –xenotalk 16:51, 23 July 2013 (UTC) Current name: BijoyChakrabarty (talk ·...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Archive150
Senin, 2023-01-30 19:31:58

December 2013 (UTC) Reason: Would like to use my real name (have reviewed WP:REALNAME and am aware of the implications of doing so). NB. I left a usurpation...

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Wikipedia:Conflict of interest/Noticeboard/Archive 49
Rabu, 2025-09-24 04:11:58

but unless the editor becomes active again, I hesitate to block per WP:REALNAME or other username reasons. -- Atama頭 17:29, 9 May 2011 (UTC) Debashismaiti (talk ·...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Archive159
Kamis, 2023-02-09 22:12:28

global renamer: rename user Datestamp: 18:59, 24 April 2014 (UTC) Reason: Realname Karty 18:59, 24 April 2014 (UTC) Robot clerk note: No problems found --Legobot...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Archive155
Kamis, 2023-02-09 22:12:17

Datestamp: 14:57, 9 February 2014 (UTC) Reason: other name because current is realname Frank Gosebruch 14:57, 9 February 2014 (UTC) Robot clerk note: No problems...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Archive162
Kamis, 2023-02-09 22:12:56

Datestamp: 10:28, 3 June 2014 (UTC) Reason: I want to change my username in realname . thank you Rohit kumar choudhary (talk) 10:28, 3 June 2014 (UTC) Robot...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Archive78
Kamis, 2023-02-09 06:35:14

poor english. So the reason is the former username include part of my realname, and I'd like to change it for a more anonymous pseudo for reasons of privacy...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Archive89
Kamis, 2023-02-09 22:22:34

January 2011 (UTC) Reason: Changed username on nowiki, old username is my realname and would much rather use my nick Thor erik (talk|contrib) 11:06, 27 January...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Archive73
Sabtu, 2023-02-25 14:54:24

Old username is clunky. Also, I understand the implications of using my realname as my username. I have just made a similar request on commons. --Searle...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Archive124
Minggu, 2022-06-05 20:10:56

Datestamp: 21:27, 9 November 2012 (UTC) Reason: because the current user is my realname Tesfahun.Tesfay (talk) 21:27, 9 November 2012 (UTC) Robot clerk note: No...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Archive91
Minggu, 2023-02-19 03:08:32

rename user Datestamp: 08:00, 11 March 2011 (UTC) Reason: Too Close to realname Jessef5 (talk) 08:00, 11 March 2011 (UTC) Jessef5 (talk) 08:00, 11 March...

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Wikipedia:Conflict of interest/Noticeboard/Archive 70
Kamis, 2023-02-09 22:52:12

editor has a verifiable COI, easily verified at least if we assume WP:REALNAME here. And the editor's actions seem to violate almost every suggestion...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Archive115
Minggu, 2023-07-09 02:52:56

so I can link to my contributions from other web sites. I did read WP:REALNAME and I'm fine with the implications. Rakkuroba (talk) 20:21, 2 June 2012...

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Wikipedia:Biographies of living persons/Noticeboard/Archive62
Minggu, 2025-05-25 23:22:42

requires both reliable sourcing and a sound argument for inclusion. IMBD and realname.of fail the first requirement, and no argument that the real name is relevant...

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Wikipedia:Conflict of interest/Noticeboard/Archive 44
Selasa, 2023-04-04 02:21:38

artist. WhiplashInferno (talk) 19:13, 18 August 2010 (UTC) No, per WP:REALNAME we allow a real name to be used but recommend against it for privacy concerns...

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Wikipedia:Biographies of living persons/Noticeboard/Archive282
Selasa, 2025-11-18 17:35:24

to use their real names as their account user names as explained in WP:REALNAME, but in some cases some kind of more formal verification may be required...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Archive75
Kamis, 2023-02-09 22:21:48

For bureaucrat use: rename user Reason: read ur policy about not using realnames to avoid harassment. RakhiSehgal (talk) 08:47, 5 March 2010 (UTC) SoxBot...

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Wikipedia:Conflict of interest/Noticeboard/Archive 118
Senin, 2025-09-01 09:57:32

conflict but hasn't specified what it is and continues to directly edit. WP:REALNAME applies. His latest action (after a years long hiatus) is to add several...

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Wikipedia:Media copyright questions/Archive/2021/February
Jumat, 2021-04-09 07:51:48

Google Images Search. I don't plan to share my Facebook profile due to WP:REALNAME, however I would like some clarification on whether I could upload my own...

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Wikipedia:Conflict of interest/Noticeboard/Archive 2
Senin, 2024-02-12 02:27:53

FCYTravis (talk · contribs) (06:05, 23 September 2006 FCYTravis (Talk | contribs) (rm realname per OTRS ticket #2006092210008209)), who subsequently unlocked the fully...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Archive256
Sabtu, 2020-05-09 15:20:05

15:00, 30 April 2020 (UTC) Reason: Yehtethein (talk)I don't want to use realnameYehtethein (talk) Yehtethein (talk) 15:00, 30 April 2020 (UTC) Robot clerk...

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Wikipedia:Teahouse/Questions/Archive 1119
Jumat, 2022-05-20 12:57:43

(it's the name of the person you're trying to write about) - check WP:REALNAME for information on this - and if you are the person you're trying to write...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Unfulfilled/2023/February
Selasa, 2023-02-28 05:50:03

Renamer note: Reusing your username across websites is not recommended. WP:REALNAME If you still want it, please add a note that you are aware of the risks...

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Wikipedia:Biographies of living persons/Noticeboard/Archive63
Senin, 2025-01-20 05:28:59

requires both reliable sourcing and a sound argument for inclusion. IMBD and realname.of fail the first requirement, and no argument that the real name is relevant...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Editnotice
Rabu, 2025-12-03 22:32:17

potential implications associated with using a real name? {{CHU|realname}} {{CHUR|realname}} reallife, irl, real name Clerk note: Is this is a request for...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Archive283
Kamis, 2023-09-28 11:40:05

username on other social media platforms. I have read the risks of WP:REALNAME. I think I can be civil even against hostile conversations because I have...

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Wikipedia:Conflict of interest/Noticeboard/Archive 110
Sabtu, 2022-03-12 09:43:28

(talk) 03:54, 15 January 2017 (UTC) They seem to be editing under a WP:REALNAME and (unless an impostor) the conflict on the American Pie films is 100%...

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Wikipedia:Conflict of interest/Noticeboard/Archive 53
Senin, 2026-05-04 07:27:47

block log) I'm not sure exactly what's going on here. This may be a WP:REALNAME problem and not a WP:COI as the subject of the article is no longer living...

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Wikipedia:Biographies of living persons/Noticeboard/Archive153
Rabu, 2023-02-01 05:49:04

NotMindell except that the name violates WP:USERNAME, specifically WP:REALNAME, and I've advised him of that problem on his Talk page.--Bbb23 (talk) 14:22...

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Wikipedia:Conflict of interest/Noticeboard/Archive 51
Senin, 2025-01-20 01:07:07

name because you liked it? If so, you should probably change it, per WP:REALNAME, "Do not register a username that includes the name of an identifiable...

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Wikipedia:Biographies of living persons/Noticeboard/Archive296
Sabtu, 2024-10-19 19:40:29

actually Tapon Mahamud Jony, I also suggest you ask for a rename per WP:REALNAME. Nil Einne (talk) 18:03, 19 January 2020 (UTC) Thank you for your response...

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Wikipedia:WikiProject Boxing/Template
Jumat, 2006-07-28 09:54:26

{{Infobox Boxer |name= |image= |realname= |nickname= |nationality= |weight= |birth_date= |birth_place= |death_date= |death_place= |style= |total= |wins=...

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Wikipedia:Conflict of interest/Noticeboard/Archive 140
Kamis, 2023-02-09 22:47:14

to exist, it's quite clear he (if he's really MBoudet, but that's a WP:REALNAME issue) does have a conflict-of-interest with respect to anything about...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Archive299
Jumat, 2026-04-24 17:50:05

user Datestamp: 11:13, 29 March 2026 (UTC) Reason: Violated wikipedias WP:REALNAME policy George Athor (talk) 11:13, 29 March 2026 (UTC)  Done by Nihonjoe—cyberbot...

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Wikipedia:Conflict of interest/Noticeboard/Archive 165
Kamis, 2020-12-24 10:35:30

as "Public Relations Platform", see below) was created by [REDACTED - realname], member of VANK intern. He is uploading information about Ulleungdo and...

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Wikipedia:Conflict of interest/Noticeboard/Archive 161
Kamis, 2023-02-09 22:47:50

using your real name is sometimes not a good idea, per the reasons at WP:REALNAME. Perhaps fanofallthingsAtherton? However keeping adin-atherton is allowed...

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Wikipedia:Conflict of interest/Noticeboard/Archive 209
Jumat, 2024-08-16 00:09:47

username was in the format '[realname][employer]' then they have effectively outed themselves. But if the username is just '[realname]' then for someone else...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Archive281
Sabtu, 2023-06-10 20:48:59

want it attached to me anymore. previous attempt to change name got a realname warning which is fair. Malys (talk) 18:54, 3 May 2023 (UTC)  Done Muncaidh...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Archive280
Selasa, 2023-03-28 04:20:04

Renamer note: Reusing your username across websites is not recommended. WP:REALNAME If you still want it, please add a note that you are aware of the risks...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Archive292
Minggu, 2025-03-02 23:50:04

exoltic means... My name contains a part of my name and I'm familiar with WP:REALNAME. I'm just a 2D/3D Generalist and would like to help. Thank you for your...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Archive298
Rabu, 2026-02-25 14:00:04

—⁠k6ka 🍁 (Talk · Contributions) 15:54, 21 January 2026 (UTC) I read WP:REALNAME. I don't plan on editing any "controversial" topics. Nevertheless, considering...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Archive296
Minggu, 2025-10-19 17:20:04

of the risks of using your real name as username? Take a look around WP:REALNAME and confirm if you are okay using real name despite the risks associated...

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Wikipedia:Changing username/Simple/Archive294
Sabtu, 2025-05-31 08:10:05

21 April 2025 (UTC) Question: SleepDeprivedGinger The advice against REALNAMEs also applies to reusing usernames you use elsewhere. Are you aware of...

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Wikipedia:Conflict of interest/Noticeboard/Archive 208
Kamis, 2024-06-27 00:06:22

page Joe D (t) 10:10, 18 May 2024 (UTC) Justinstebbing now blocked for WP:REALNAME. If in fact he is the subject, he will need to provide proof of identity...

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Wikipedia:Conflict of interest/Noticeboard/Archive 216
Rabu, 2025-01-01 23:52:13

hammer needs to come down. Another possibility might be to report per WP:REALNAME. TiggerJay (talk) 05:08, 13 December 2024 (UTC) In fairness, various promotional...

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Wikipedia:Conflict of interest/Noticeboard/Archive 196
Minggu, 2023-04-02 11:01:17

(talk) 09:45, 8 March 2023 (UTC) I've warned the named account about WP:REALNAME. They risk being blocked if they don't provide verification of their identity...

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Wikipedia:Help desk/Archive 75
Senin, 2025-12-15 20:34:02

December 2025 (UTC) @Naraht There's some advice at the policy page: WP:REALNAME. Many people do use their real names, not just placing them on their userpage...

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Wikipedia:Administrators' noticeboard/IncidentArchive1117
Selasa, 2026-06-09 19:49:15

discussion. INDEED, A GOOD BLOCK Block review confirmed as fine, per WP:REALNAME. The AFD that sparked the report was closed as Keep by LilianaUwU rationale...

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Wikipedia:Articles for deletion/Log/2025 September 6
Minggu, 2025-09-21 06:47:40

@CoconutOctopus: Has anybody verified that the account is who they say they are? WP:REALNAME says that we block accounts stating they belong to notable individuals;...

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Wikipedia:Village pump (policy)/Archive 204
Sabtu, 2025-09-27 21:05:51

WP:COIN instead, even when there has been no breach of CoI policy. WP:REALNAME says: If a username implies that the user is, or is related to, a notable...

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Wikipedia:Teahouse/Questions/Archive 1241
Kamis, 2025-05-22 06:24:50

their identity? 153.90.19.67 (talk) 00:42, 16 November 2024 (UTC) See WP:REALNAME. Names that appear to be same as notable people may be blocked until and...

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Wikipedia:Help desk/Archive 69
Selasa, 2025-07-29 04:30:23

2025 (UTC) @Savremz See WP:CHUS, but see also paragraph 3 and 4 at WP:REALNAME. You might want to send a mail before something annoying possibly happens...

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Wikipedia:Teahouse/Questions/Archive 1217
Sabtu, 2026-02-21 22:09:38

a good idea to get verified either way (advice about username is at WP:REALNAME). — Usedtobecool ☎️ 04:01, 4 March 2024 (UTC) I am talking about Bellesa...

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Wikipedia:Teahouse/Questions/Archive 1247
Jumat, 2025-07-11 23:19:44

concerns you might have about what's written about you on Wikipedia; see WP:REALNAME and WP:REALWORLD for some other relevant information regarding this. There...

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Wikipedia:Help desk/Archive 84
Kamis, 2026-07-02 20:37:18

explain who you are each time you try to seek help. You can use your WP:REALNAME if you want for your account user name, but you're not required to do so...

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Wikipedia:Teahouse/Questions/Archive 1291
Jumat, 2026-07-10 22:24:21

in question? If not, you need to change your username urgently: see WP:REALNAME for more information. Meadowlark (talk) 10:03, 17 April 2026 (UTC) Hello...

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Wikipedia:Administrators' noticeboard/Archive374
Minggu, 2026-07-12 17:15:51

SandyGeorgia (Talk) 00:39, 13 September 2025 (UTC) Found the page: WP:REALNAME re Frrodriguezc and Tny2023 SandyGeorgia (Talk) 23:34, 14 September 2025...

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Wikipedia:Administrators' noticeboard/Archive373
Senin, 2026-03-02 20:57:17

(talk • he/they) 02:19, 31 July 2025 (UTC) Keep renamed, no banner per WP:REALNAME and WP:BLPREQUESTDELETE. HouseBlaster's post above about ArtistProgrammer's...

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Wikipedia:Administrators' noticeboard/IncidentArchive1228
Selasa, 2026-07-14 07:00:40

And I think Privmaman needs to verify with the WMF(or the VRT per WP:REALNAME) that they are indeed a government agent tasked with carrying out this...

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Wikipedia:Administrators' noticeboard/IncidentArchive1220
Jumat, 2026-04-24 19:00:51

been confirmed in private by the WP:VRT that handles these things. See WP:REALNAME for more information. CoffeeCrumbs (talk) 16:09, 14 April 2026 (UTC) They...

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