Can we see other posters name changes?

MrsMigginsMate · 2020-12-13T12:33:09+00:00

On Mumsnet premium can we see a list of people's previous usernames, or is that only something admins can see? (Don't have premium and wondering if it's included)

cologne4711 · 22/12/2020 14:38

@ShirleyPhallus

This is a terrible idea. I deliberately use a name change for stuff that’s more outting as I’m sure lots of people do. I don’t think people realise quite how identifiable they are by dropping lots of little bits of info in to multiple posts.

I agree. With a previous username I googled some of the information I'd put on MN and it led back to me. I changed my username sharpish, I can tell you.

Anon12345678910 · 13/12/2020 16:24

your behaviour

ROFL 🤣🤣🤣

Graphista · 13/12/2020 14:50

Absolutely against this!

People name change in order to be able to post and ask advice on possibly more identifying matters or on a subject they don't want linked to their usual username

It's particularly useful for mners seeking advice and support on domestic abuse, addiction etc

Please don't take that away from them!

I cannot see the possible KIND motivation for wanting to remove this option op

If you suspect sock puppetry report and the admins can check and deal with it, and removing this wouldn't remove the ability to sock puppet anyway as you say they could create a "burner" email address and do it anyway AND that would actually make it harder for admins to check. Which makes me wonder if that's your motivation ?

Thanks mnhq for the reassurance

AWFUL idea!

MNHQ

LilyMumsnet · 13/12/2020 14:33

Hi OP

Sorry but absolutely not - the namechange feature is for privacy and that wouldn't change with premium. Never will anyone other than us mods be able to see namechanges.

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MrsMigginsMate · 13/12/2020 14:28

Sorry cross-posted with you there @EurosprogBauble as I just got the admin message at the same time. Thanks x

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MrsMigginsMate · 13/12/2020 14:26

MNHQ have just messaged me to say it's not a feature of premium so that's clarified things now, thanks (mostly) everyone for your input.

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EurosprogBauble · 13/12/2020 14:25

@MrsMigginsMate

For clarity:

No, it isn't a feature of Premium membership.
Yes, it is something that only the admins can see.

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MrsMigginsMate · 13/12/2020 14:23

[quote Anon12345678910]@MrsMigginsMate who you trying to dig the dirt on?[/quote]
As an aside from other people's horror stories and your behaviour I would think the question you should be asking is 'who are you trying to get away from'. Starting to see distinct advantages in name changing now...

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Anon12345678910 · 13/12/2020 14:21

WorraLiberty · 13/12/2020 14:21

Would you prefer that I submit all posts to you for pre-approval before interacting on any board?

Yes, of course?

TheQueensGambit · 13/12/2020 14:20

I name change all the time because I don't want to lose anonymity. I don't think MN would allow us to see each other's name changes, as they know that anonymity is one of MN's selling points.

As for leaving and rejoining all the time; that is a PITA, as you lose your posting history and all your usernames.

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MrsMigginsMate · 13/12/2020 14:17

[quote Anon12345678910]@MrsMigginsMate who you trying to dig the dirt on?[/quote]
I'm asking a simple question....?

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Anon12345678910 · 13/12/2020 14:17

@itisasecret 😂

TheSilentStars · 13/12/2020 14:16

@WorraLiberty

I always said when Jeffrey hacked Mumsnet, he would've done a lot more damage if he'd exposed member's user names, rather than their passwords

Wouldn't he just.

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MrsMigginsMate · 13/12/2020 14:16

@WorraLiberty

Eh, what are you on about? It shows that you didn't actually read the thread. I literally asked a simple question, how is that disrupting? Just needed to know of something is a premium feature or not for god's sake.

You've been told that it's not though.

You can also look at the Premium link and find out what it offers.

I already looked at that before posting, things can change so I wanted clarification. People have answered their preferences but nobody has said they are a premium member and checked their options for me. Unless I'm missing a way to tell they're premium? If there is a shiny badge then I've missed it.

Would you prefer that I submit all posts to you for pre-approval before interacting on any board? I'm so sorry to have inconvenienced you with a simple question that you needn't have clicked on.

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Anon12345678910 · 13/12/2020 14:14

@MrsMigginsMate who you trying to dig the dirt on?

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MrsMigginsMate · 13/12/2020 14:13

Thanks @SoupDragon, I've tried your method now. Great username btw, bit jealous it's taken!

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WorraLiberty · 13/12/2020 14:11

Eh, what are you on about? It shows that you didn't actually read the thread. I literally asked a simple question, how is that disrupting? Just needed to know of something is a premium feature or not for god's sake.

You've been told that it's not though.

You can also look at the Premium link and find out what it offers.

WorraLiberty · 13/12/2020 14:10

I always said when Jeffrey hacked Mumsnet, he would've done a lot more damage if he'd exposed member's user names, rather than their passwords

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MrsMigginsMate · 13/12/2020 14:09

@PoulePouletteEternellement

Good grief.

Way to give me palpitations before lunch!

Please, find something else to disrupt, OP.

Eh, what are you on about? It shows that you didn't actually read the thread. I literally asked a simple question, how is that disrupting? Just needed to know of something is a premium feature or not for god's sake.

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TheSilentStars · 13/12/2020 14:08

Can you imagine the length of the "previous names"
I've been here since 2002 and can't remember half of mine till I look on the drop-down and think "oh, I wonder when I was that".
Ridiculous idea. Doesn't happen. Won't happen.

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MrsMigginsMate · 13/12/2020 14:06

@Vivarium it's a bit outing to post the names of the forums as linked to personal subjects and one to a place of education but they are out there yes. It was done to reduce sock puppeting but still allowed people to change their usernames along with in-jokes that are specific to the forums. I'm not necessarily advocating for this change to happen, I just wanted to know that's all. Thanks for the MN username, wasn't sure of the etiquette around 'summoning' them as I know they are busy.

@MNHQ could you please answer this for me? Just a quick question, can premium members see people's past usernames or not? Thanks

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PoulePouletteEternellement · 13/12/2020 14:04

Good grief.

Way to give me palpitations before lunch!

Please, find something else to disrupt, OP.

SoupDragon · 13/12/2020 14:03

If you want to ask MNHQ the question (though it seems a bit pointless) then you should probably @ them, like this:

@MNHQ

I don't think "MNHQ" is a username so that isn't going to work (although I'm tempted to try and register it). Reporting the first post is the best way.

SoupDragon · 13/12/2020 14:02

I have 158 alternative usernames 😂

I very much doubt that seeing a poster's name changes is ever going to be a feature MN offer, premium or otherwise.