How to set up a Phantom username? (Profile Settings)

Accessing Phantom Profile Settings

1. Open the Phantom browser extension or mobile application on your device.

2. Click or tap the three-dot menu icon located in the top-right corner of the interface.

3. Select Settings from the dropdown or slide-in panel.

4. Navigate to the Profile section, which appears under the Account heading.

5. Ensure you are logged into the correct wallet account before proceeding with any changes.

Creating a Valid Phantom Username

1. Within the Profile section, locate the field labeled Username or Display Name.

2. Enter a string composed only of alphanumeric characters, underscores, and hyphens—no spaces or special symbols like @, #, or $.

3. The username must be between 3 and 16 characters in length.

4. Phantom checks availability in real time; if the name is taken, an error message appears immediately.

5. Avoid using terms that mimic official Phantom domains or team member handles to prevent confusion or policy violations.

Linking Username to On-Chain Identity

1. After saving a username, Phantom generates a unique ENS-like resolution path tied to your wallet address.

2. This mapping is stored off-chain but cryptographically signed and verifiable through Phantom’s identity service.

3. Other users can send SPL tokens or NFTs directly to your username instead of your full Solana address.

4. The username resolves to your public key via Phantom’s decentralized resolver, which operates independently of centralized DNS systems.

5. Each wallet address may only claim one username, and transfers require explicit re-verification after wallet recovery.

Updating or Changing Your Username

1. Return to the Profile Settings page and click the edit icon next to the current username field.

2. Input the new desired handle and confirm availability through the built-in validator.

3. A confirmation modal will appear, noting that previous username-based transactions will no longer resolve unless manually updated by counterparties.

4. Submit the change using your wallet’s signature prompt—this action emits a small transaction fee in SOL.

5. The update propagates across Phantom-supported dApps within 30–90 seconds depending on network congestion.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can I use my Phantom username to receive Ethereum-based assets?A: No. Phantom usernames currently resolve only on Solana and select SPL-compatible chains. Ethereum addresses require ENS or direct wallet input.

Q: Is my Phantom username publicly associated with my wallet address forever?A: Yes. Once claimed and verified, the association remains immutable unless you explicitly change it. Historical resolution records are preserved in Phantom’s public resolver logs.

Q: What happens if I delete my Phantom wallet and restore it later?A: You retain ownership of your username only if you restore using the original seed phrase. Restoring via different credentials severs the link permanently.

Q: Do other wallets recognize Phantom usernames?A: Only wallets and dApps integrated with Phantom’s resolver API support username lookups. Native Solana tooling like Solflare or Backpack does not interpret Phantom-specific identifiers.