How does Twitter handle trademarked usernames when changing?

When it comes to trademarked usernames on Twitter, the platform generally has policies in place to prevent username squatting and misuse of trademarks. Here's how Twitter handles trademarked usernames:

1. **Username Change Requests**: If a trademark holder believes that a Twitter username infringes on their trademark rights, they can submit a complaint or request to Twitter through their trademark policy enforcement process.

2. **Investigation and Resolution**: Twitter reviews trademark complaints and assesses whether the username in question violates trademark rights. If the complaint is valid and Twitter determines that the username is infringing on a trademark, they may take action such as suspending the account or requiring the account holder to change their username.

3. **Username Release**: In some cases, if a username is found to be in violation of trademark rights or if the account is inactive for an extended period, Twitter may release the username for re-registration by the trademark holder or another user.

4. **Username Transfer**: Twitter typically does not facilitate direct transfers of usernames between accounts. If a trademark holder wishes to use a specific username, they would need to register it themselves through the standard username registration process, provided it is available.

5. **Verification of Rights**: Twitter may request documentation or proof of trademark ownership to substantiate claims of trademark infringement before taking action on a username.

It's important for trademark holders to actively monitor and enforce their rights regarding usernames on Twitter and other platforms. Twitter's trademark policy aims to balance the interests of trademark holders with the rights of users to choose and use usernames, ensuring fair and responsible use of intellectual property within their platform.