YT Rename - Restore original names on YouTube

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.

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5.00
7 reviews
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Version
1.1.0
Manifest V3

History

10 snapshots

Tracking since Apr 3, 2026.

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DateUsersRatingReviewsVersion
Apr 3, 20267065.0071.1.0
Apr 17, 20267155.0071.1.0
Apr 25, 20267595.0071.1.0
May 2, 20267645.0071.1.0
May 8, 20267915.0071.1.0
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May 25, 20268225.0071.1.0
Jun 1, 20268315.0071.1.0
Jun 7, 20268345.0071.1.0
Now8435.0071.1.0

Permissions & access

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

Screenshots

YT Rename - Restore original names on YouTube screenshot 1

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! 🌈

Technical

Version
1.1.0
Manifest
V3
Size
65.47KiB
Min Chrome
88
Languages
9
Featured
No

Metadata

ID
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Developer ID
u8205a7016da6fb9916751135750ccfd7
Developer Email
[email protected]
Created
Dec 25, 2025
Last Updated (Store)
Mar 8, 2026
Last Scraped
Jun 7, 2026
Website
Support URL
Privacy Policy

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