Loginnavn

Loginnavn, or login name, is a unique identifier used to authenticate a user when accessing an information system or online service. In Norwegian, loginnavn is the standard term for a username. It is typically provided during account creation and is distinct from the user's display name or real name. The loginnavn is usually used in combination with a password or other factors to verify identity and grant access.

Naming rules for loginnavn vary by service. Common characteristics include a minimum and maximum length, allowed characters (letters, digits, and sometimes underscores or hyphens), and a requirement to be unique within the system. Some systems allow loginnavn changes, while others assign or lock them to ensure consistency.

In many contexts, a loginnavn may be the user's email address or a shortened form of it, but in other systems the loginnavn is independent from the visible profile. The loginnavn serves as the primary credential, whereas the display name is a separate, optional label that appears publicly.

Security and management: best practices include choosing a loginnavn that does not reveal personal information and using strong, unique passwords with two-factor authentication. If a login is forgotten or compromised, recovery options and account protection measures are provided by the service, which may include reassigning or resetting the loginnavn under certain conditions.