YT Rename - Restore original names on YouTube

Name: YT Rename - Restore original names on YouTube
Rating: 5 (7 reviews)
Author: uemasa

Restores original names for users on YouTube by replacing handles (@user-xxx) with their actual display names.

As of June 2026, YT Rename - Restore original names on YouTube has 843 users and a 5.00/5 rating from 7 reviews in the Productivity category.

uemasa Productivity

Chrome Web Store ↗.crx

Users+19.4%

843

Rating0%

5.00

7 reviews

Reviews0%

Version

1.1.0

Manifest V3

History

10 snapshots

Tracking since Apr 3, 2026.

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Date	Users	Rating	Reviews	Version
Apr 3, 2026	706	5.00	7	1.1.0
Apr 17, 2026	715	5.00	7	1.1.0
Apr 25, 2026	759	5.00	7	1.1.0
May 2, 2026	764	5.00	7	1.1.0
May 8, 2026	791	5.00	7	1.1.0
May 13, 2026	820	5.00	7	1.1.0
May 19, 2026	811	5.00	7	1.1.0
May 25, 2026	822	5.00	7	1.1.0
Jun 1, 2026	831	5.00	7	1.1.0
Jun 7, 2026	834	5.00	7	1.1.0
Now	843	5.00	7	1.1.0

Permissions & access

Permissions: storage
Host access: https://*.youtube.com/*

Screenshots

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About

ReName - Say goodbye to "@user-xxx" and hello to real names! ✨

"Who is this @user... handle? I have no idea who’s talking! 😭"

If this sounds like you, ReName is the perfect solution!
ReName magically restores those impersonal YouTube handles back to their original "Channel Names" in live chats and comments. Now you can instantly recognize your favorite creators and fellow fans just like before! 🌷

🌟 Why you’ll love ReName:
・Instant Recognition
Chat feels personal again! Restoring names makes it so much easier to interact with the community and your favorite streamers. 🤝
・Better Commenting Experience
Whether it’s in the comments section or community posts, see exactly who is speaking at a glance. No more guessing games! 💬
・Perfect for Creators (YouTube Studio Support)
It even works in YouTube Studio! Recognizing your viewers by name makes replying to fans smoother and more heartfelt. 🚀

✨ Why ReName is awesome:
・Zero Setup Required!
Just install it and it starts working automatically. No complicated settings.
・Fast & Lightweight
With smart caching and a "performance-first" design, it won’t slow down your browser. Stay snappy! ⚡️
・Handles are still there
Need to see the original @handle? Just hover your mouse over the name to see it in a tooltip.
・Privacy First
We don’t collect or track your personal data. Enjoy a safer and better YouTube experience. 🛡️

Install ReName today and bring the "Names" back to your YouTube life! 🌈