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how can I set my replies on articles to anonymous?

C. Walker 0 Reputation points
2025-09-06T02:28:09.15+00:00

I would like to be able to reply to comments on articles anonymously. I know it's possible to do, as there are lots of people who are listed as anonymous. What is the setting for this and where is it located?

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  1. EmilyS_726 12,205 Reputation points Volunteer Moderator
    2025-09-06T03:04:11.3266667+00:00

    Hello

    It is not possible to post anonymously.

    The reason you are seeing the "anonymous" is because those are migrated threads from the "Answers Community". Microsoft used to have the Answer Community for home users, and the Learn Q&A platform you are on now used to be for commercial users. Answers Community got migrated to Learn Q&A earlier this year. A lot of users' profiles turned anonymous after the migration, unless they had elevated contributor status, such as moderators, independent advisors, etc.

    You can always click on your profile icon on the upper right, click on Settings. And then change your display name there.

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  2. Sumit D - IA 145.2K Reputation points Independent Advisor
    2025-09-06T03:01:00.3833333+00:00

    Hi,

    I'm Sumit, here to help with your query on the Microsoft Q&A forums.

    Apologies for any inconvenience you are experiencing. I am happy to help you today.

    Do you mean you want to comment anonymously on MSN news articles?

    I look forward to your response and am eager to collaborate until we find a solution.

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