Username checker for creators: video, music, art and writing

By WhatsMyName Apps · Reviewed October 18, 2026 · Editorial policy

If you publish under one name, you want it on the platforms where your work lives, not just on social apps. This group covers video (YouTube, Kick, Vimeo, Dailymotion), music (Spotify, SoundCloud), art and design portfolios, and writing platforms such as Medium, Substack, Tumblr and Wattpad.

The thing to watch on these sites is the difference between a display name and the unique part of your link. A YouTube channel name does not have to be unique, but the @handle in youtube.com/@handle does. Medium lets you show your name as a subdomain. Each page spells out which name the check looks at.

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Frequently asked questions

Which name does the YouTube check look at?

The @handle, because that is the unique one. Your channel name can match other channels, so it cannot be checked for availability.

Should I claim my name on every creator platform?

Claim it on the platforms you might publish on in the next year or two. Unused accounts are easy to forget, so note the logins somewhere safe.

What if my name is taken on one platform?

Add something that still reads well out loud, such as "studio", "art", "music" or your city. Each checker page lists the variations that platform allows.

Other platform groups

WhatsMyName Apps is independent and not affiliated with any platform listed here. Results are leads to verify.