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Username Claims Service

Username Claims for
Music Artists and Brands

Your artist name is your brand - and if someone else is sitting on your username, that is a problem. At Discovery Music Group, we help music artists and brands claim handles across all major social media platforms. Free review - you only pay when we confirm we can deliver.

Free review - no charge until we confirm eligibility
Works on Instagram TikTok YouTube X Threads Facebook Snapchat Twitch Discord SoundCloud
Why it matters

Why Your Handle
Matters

When fans search for you online, your username is the first thing they see. An inconsistent handle across platforms breaks brand recognition, creates confusion, and hands your audience to impersonators or squatters holding your name.

For music artists and brands, owning your exact name on every platform is not optional - it is essential. We take care of the entire claims process, from eligibility review to securing your handle through official channels.

Instagram TikTok YouTube X (Twitter) Threads Facebook Snapchat Twitch Discord SoundCloud
Secure My Handle
iPhone screens showing a successful social media username claim on Instagram for a music artist
Track record

Trusted by Artists Worldwide

From independent artists building their presence for the first time to established musicians - we have handled claims that others said could not be done.

Pop Hip-Hop Dance Afrobeats Electronic RnB Latin House K-Pop Trap Indie Alternative Pop Hip-Hop Dance Afrobeats Electronic RnB Latin House K-Pop Trap Indie Alternative
Soul Reggae Country Jazz Metal Funk Techno Disco Grime Dubstep Neo-Soul Phonk Soul Reggae Country Jazz Metal Funk Techno Disco Grime Dubstep Neo-Soul Phonk
By the numbers

Our Results

500+

Successful Claims

Over 500 username claims completed for artists, DJs, producers, and music brands worldwide.
10

Platforms Covered

Claims handled across Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, X, Threads, Facebook, Snapchat, Twitch, Discord, and SoundCloud.
Free

Initial Review

Every request starts with a free eligibility check. No payment until we confirm we can deliver.
48hr

Response Time

Submit your request and we respond with a full eligibility decision within 48 hours.
Coverage

What This Service Covers

We handle username claims across a range of situations. Every case is reviewed for eligibility first - you only pay once we confirm we can move forward.

Inactive handles

Accounts that have not been active for an extended period and meet platform inactivity policies for reassignment.

Banned accounts

Suspended or banned accounts often release their handle for reassignment. We identify and pursue these through proper channels.

Squatted handles

Accounts holding your name with no legitimate connection to your brand, claimable on grounds of brand identity and impersonation.

Artist rebrands

Moving to a new artist name? We secure your new handle across all platforms before you announce so the transition is clean.

Platform mismatches

Using different handles across platforms makes you harder to find. We align them under one consistent name.

Label signings

Newly signed artists often need handles claimed quickly before announcements go public. We work fast for label clients.
The process

How It Works

Everything goes through official platform channels. No shortcuts, no risk to your existing accounts.

1
Day 1

Submit your request

Tell us the platform, the handle you want, and a little about your brand. Takes less than five minutes and costs nothing.
Within 48 hours

Eligibility review

We assess the handle's status across every requested platform and respond with a clear eligibility decision. No charge yet.
2
3
On confirmation

Brief confirmed and payment taken

Once eligibility is confirmed and you approve the brief, we begin. Payment is only requested at this stage.
Active stage

Claim filed through official channels

We prepare and submit the claim through the platform's formal process. You receive progress updates throughout - no shortcuts, no risk.
4
5
Completion

Handle secured in your name

Your username is transferred and confirmed. Full ownership across every platform you claimed - documented and delivered.
Side by side

The Discovery Difference

What handling your own username claim looks like versus what we deliver.

Handling a username claim on your own compared with using Discovery Music Group.
Feature On Your Own With Discovery
Platform knowledge No All 10 platforms covered
Eligibility review Manual guesswork Free assessment in 48hr
Official claim process No Filed through proper channels
Progress updates No At every stage of the claim
Multi-platform in one go No All platforms, one engagement
Risk to your accounts High - wrong filings can flag accounts Zero - no access needed
Pay only on success No No charge until confirmed
48HR Eligibility review Instagram TikTok YouTube X (Twitter) Threads CLAIMABLE CLAIMABLE SECURED CLAIMABLE IN USE 4 of 5 available
Platform review

Your Handle Eligibility, Reviewed in Full

We identify whether a username can be claimed before you pay anything. Our team reviews the account status, handle eligibility, and the correct claim route for every platform - so you know exactly where you stand from day one.

  • Full eligibility check before any payment is taken
  • Active and inactive accounts assessed across all 10 platforms
  • 48-hour response with a clear recommendation
Claim success rate 91.4%
Platforms covered 10 / 10
Response within 48hr 97.3%
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Official channels only No account access needed You only pay on confirmation
Our approach

Why Choose Discovery?

We know how each platform handles username claims, and we know how to get results. Every case is reviewed properly, filed through the correct channels, and handled with full transparency - no shortcuts, no risk to your account.

  • We assess every handle before taking your case on
  • Claims filed through official platform channels only
  • You never pay until we confirm your eligibility
  • We keep you updated at every stage of the claim
  • We never need access to your passwords or accounts
Right for you?

Who This Is For

This service is designed for any artist or brand who needs their exact name on social media. Your name is your brand - do not settle for a handle that is not yours.

  • Artists with their name taken by an inactive or squatted account
  • Bands needing consistent handles across all platforms
  • DJs and producers rebranding under a new artist name
  • Music brands securing their identity before launch
  • Labels claiming handles for new and developing artists
  • Any artist who needs their exact name back on social media
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@ Solo Artists @yourartistname Bands and Groups @yourbandname Labels and Brands @yourlabelname
Our platforms

Every Platform, One Claim

We file claims across all 10 major social media platforms. Whether you need your name secured on one or all of them, we handle it as part of a single engagement - no need to chase each platform separately.

Instagram

Claimable

TikTok

Claimable

YouTube

Claimable

X (Twitter)

Claimable

Threads

Claimable

Facebook

Claimable

Snapchat

Claimable

Twitch

Claimable

Discord

Claimable

SoundCloud

Claimable
The difference it makes

Your Handle, Before and After

Two very different realities. One is where most artists are stuck. The other is where we get you.

Without Discovery

Someone else owns your name on Instagram
Fans land on the wrong account
Inconsistent handles across platforms
Brand recognition is broken at every search
Platform support tickets go unanswered
Your rebrand is stuck waiting on a squatter
VS

With Discovery

Your exact name secured on every platform
Fans find the right you, every time
One handle, consistent across all 10 platforms
Clean brand presence from first search
Official claim filed through proper channels
Rebrand launches with your name secured
Free eligibility review

Claim Your Username Today

Submit your request and our team will review your claim eligibility within 48 hours. We will let you know if we can help - no charge for the initial review, and no payment until we are prepared to deliver.

Free review. No commitment. No access to your accounts required.

Questions answered

Frequently Asked Questions

Straight answers about how the process works, what it costs, and what to expect.

Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, X (Twitter), Threads, Facebook, Snapchat, Twitch, Discord, and SoundCloud. We can handle claims across multiple platforms as part of a single engagement.

No service can guarantee a successful claim, as the final decision rests with each platform. However, we only proceed once we have reviewed the handle and are confident it is eligible. You do not pay until we have confirmed we can move forward.

A username is typically claimable when the account holding it has been inactive for an extended period, has been banned, or meets the platform's criteria for reassignment. Handles tied to active accounts are generally not claimable.

Pricing depends on the platform, the complexity of the claim, and the current status of the handle. Because every case is different, we review your request first and provide full pricing details before you commit. There is no charge for the initial review.

No. We do not require access to your existing accounts, passwords, or login details at any point in the process.

Timelines vary by platform and the complexity of the claim. Some claims are resolved within days, while others can take several weeks depending on the platform's review process. We keep you updated throughout.

In most cases, active usernames cannot be claimed through platform channels. However, if the account is impersonating you or infringing on your trademarked name, there may be grounds for a formal dispute.

Yes. We can handle claims across multiple platforms as part of a single engagement, keeping everything coordinated and reported in one place.

A trademark is not always required. Many claims can be processed based on brand identity, online presence, and handle eligibility alone. We assess this as part of the free review.

Yes. We adhere to the strictest parameters of client confidentiality. No client details, claim information, or correspondence is ever shared publicly unless we have explicit permission from the client.

We accept PayPal and bank transfer.
Summary

Everything Included in Your Claim

One flat engagement covers the full process - from initial review through to confirmed delivery. No hidden steps, no surprises.

Your complete service summary
Free review first
Full eligibility review at no cost
48-hour response with a clear decision
Claim filed through official channels
Progress updates at every stage
No passwords or account access needed
All 10 major platforms covered
Multi-platform claims in one engagement
Full client confidentiality guaranteed