The social network VKontakte has good settings options, thanks to which site users can change their personal data at any time, including their first and last name.
Things weren't easy before
A few years ago, it was quite difficult to change a user's personal data on the VKontakte social network. If you read the articles and reviews of site members on this topic, you will see how problematic this process was. The fact is that earlier applications for a change of surname were considered manually. They were checked by ordinary people - moderators, on whom the final decision to change the surname or name depended. Therefore, this process dragged on for several months. In addition, the user had to confirm his identity, for which the moderators could be asked to provide a scan of a passport, driver's license or any other identity document. Complaints from VKontakte participants to the administration were also received about the change of surname as a result of marriage or divorce. And quite often, users' requests were rejected. Yes, and it was possible to change the surname only once a year and only if the application was considered justified. The outraged members of the forum were extremely dissatisfied with the work of the site and the moderators, about which they repeatedly made posts in VKontakte groups and on other "negotiating platforms" of the Internet.
In 2009, the procedure for changing the surname on the site became "paid", for which the collected votes had to be given as collateral, which, after successful registration, were returned to the user's bonus account.
Nowadays, everything has become much easier. To change the last name or any other personal data - name, date of birth, place of residence, etc. - now there is a special page where the user can make all the necessary settings and absolutely free.
Change surname - no problem
To start changing the name of VKontakte, the user needs to log into his account on the social network. How to do this is hardly worth explaining: if you have registered on VKontakte, then there should be no problems with logging into your profile.
Once in your account, under your personal photo, find the link "Edit page", click on it and go to the settings section. The surname is in the "General" sub-item. Here you can also change the name, date of birth, gender, marital status, hometown, add grandparents, children, grandchildren, parents, siblings. The second line from the top is devoted to the surname. Use the keyboard Delete key or the arrow button to erase the original text and type a new last name. Below - in the line "Maiden name" - you can write one more last name or leave this field blank.
According to the rules of the social network VKontakte, it is customary to indicate real data. They should be written in Russian - this will make it easier for other users to find you on the site. However, it is up to you to follow the recommendations or still show your individuality. Therefore, in the "Surname" column in the editing section of your page, you have the right to write what you think is necessary. You can change your personal data on the site an unlimited number of times. Only after changing the surname or editing other sections, do not forget to press the "Save" button to fix the final version.
