a question about AirDrop

I've changed the name set on my system, but my real name is displayed when other people use AirDrop




Posted on Oct 21, 2022 9:21 AM

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Posted on Oct 23, 2022 11:24 AM

Hello uniren,


If those individuals have your information saved in their contacts then this may be expected:


If the hashes are verified, the recipient’s first name and photo (if present in Contacts) are displayed in the sender’s AirDrop share sheet.


You can also find those details in this resource: AirDrop security - Apple Support


If this is happening with individuals that don't have your details saved in their contacts, have you also had the chance to review the name for your iPhone per the steps below? Change the name of your iPhone - Apple Support


1. Go to Settings  > General > About > Name.
2. Tap the Clear Text button, enter a new name, then tap Done.


Let us know, and we'll keep moving forward from there.

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Oct 23, 2022 11:24 AM in response to uniren

Hello uniren,


If those individuals have your information saved in their contacts then this may be expected:


If the hashes are verified, the recipient’s first name and photo (if present in Contacts) are displayed in the sender’s AirDrop share sheet.


You can also find those details in this resource: AirDrop security - Apple Support


If this is happening with individuals that don't have your details saved in their contacts, have you also had the chance to review the name for your iPhone per the steps below? Change the name of your iPhone - Apple Support


1. Go to Settings  > General > About > Name.
2. Tap the Clear Text button, enter a new name, then tap Done.


Let us know, and we'll keep moving forward from there.

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