Key Highlights
- iPhone/iPad: Go to Settings and change the device’s name to reflect changes in the AirDrop name.
- macOS Ventura or up: Rename your Mac in System Settings to modify the AirDrop name.
- macOS Monterey and earlier: Change the computer name in Sharing to change the AirDrop name on Mac.
AirDrop is a fast and convenient way to transfer files between Apple users. Apple’s transfer system makes it easy to AirDrop files by allowing you to identify devices using their name. If you don’t have a recognizable name, it may be complicated to find your device accurately. However, many people wanted a personalized AirDrop name to make them easily discoverable for the senders.
This article guides you on changing the AirDrop name on iPhone, iPad, and Mac accordingly. You can have your own personalized, unique AirDrop name by following the algorithm.
How to Change AirDrop Name on iPhone/iPad
You can follow the below procedure to change the AirDrop name on models like iPhone 13, iPhone 12, iPhone 11, iPhone XR, iPad, and more.
1. Open the Settings app on your iPhone or iPad and click General.
2. Select About.
3. Tap on the Name.
4. Now type your new Airdrop Name.
5. Click Done once finished.
Now, you can easily AirDrop photos, videos, and files by selecting the respective AirDrop names.
How to Change AirDrop Name on Mac
Unlike other Apple devices, the procedure for changing the AirDrop name will differ on MacBook and iMac. Also, it varies according to the macOS version that you’re using.
macOS Ventura and Later
1. Head to the Apple icon on the top left corner of the Mac.
2. Select System Settings.
3. Click on General and then About.
4. Click on Name.
5. Enter a new name for your Mac.
6. Now, the changes will be automatically saved on your Mac.
macOS Monterey and Below
1. Click on the Apple icon on the top left of your iMac.
2. Select System Preferences.
3. Tap on Sharing.
4. Type a new name in the Computer Name field.
5. Close the window after typing the changes will be saved.
6. After changing the AirDrop name, you can enable the AirDrop feature to share files between friends and families with a unique name
Is Your Device Not Showing the AirDrop Name? Here’s What You Should Do
Sometimes, your device may fail to detect the updated AirDrop name after trying the above instructions. Try these steps to fix those kinds of AirDrop issues.
- Go to Control Center on your device and check whether AirDrop settings are set to receive content from Contacts Only or Everyone.
- Check if you have updated the device firmware to the latest version. If you use an iPhone/iPad, go to Settings → General → Software Update.
- Ensure both devices are closer to each other, within 30 feet.
- Check whether you have enabled WiFi and Bluetooth on both devices.
- Ensure your device is unlocked to receive files over AirDrop.
- Your new AirDrop name will take a few minutes to update. So, restart your Apple device for a quick update on the AirDrop name.
FAQ
When you use AirDrop, it will use the name you have for yourself on your contact card.
Click the Apple logo on Mac → System Settings → General → About → Name.