How to Change Admin Username in DirectAdmin – Easiest Method?

[Sharif]

I'm looking to change a user's username in DirectAdmin while keeping all data intact—files, databases, and email settings. Since DirectAdmin lacks a direct "change username" feature, I'm considering creating a new user account and using the Backup/Transfer feature to move everything over before deleting the old account, especially the admin account, I do not want it to be a basic admin username.

Has anyone tried this? I would appreciate any tips on:
1. Ensuring a smooth transfer of all data, especially databases and emails.
2. Useful tools or plugins to simplify the process and make it one step.
3. Any faster methods I may have missed.

Thank you!

 

[exlhost]

You can change the username

Maintaining domains, users, resellers | Directadmin Docs

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help.directadmin.com

 

[johannes]

..and just to add https://docs.directadmin.com/changelog/version-1.56.0.html#allow-usernames-up-to-30-characters