Updated May 8, 2026 Rename a VM to update its label in the dashboard, API responses, and billing usage logs. The VM’s ID, public IPv4, and disk contents are all unchanged — it’s a display-name change only.Documentation Index
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Two ways to open the rename dialog
a. Detail page — pencil icon
On the VM detail page, click the pencil icon next to the name.
b. Instance list — row Actions menu
In the Instances list, open the row’s ⋮ menu and choose Rename.
Rename dialog
Both paths open the same dialog. Type the new name and click Rename.
| Rule | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum length | 64 characters |
| Uniqueness | Must be unique within your account |
| Restart required | No — change is immediate |
What changes vs what stays
| Changes | Stays the same |
|---|---|
| Display name in the dashboard | VM ID (UUID) |
name field in API responses | Public IPv4 / IPv6 |
| Label on the billing usage log | Private IP / VPC |
Hostname inside the OS — set it manually with hostnamectl set-hostname <new> (Linux) or via System Properties (Windows) | Disk contents, snapshots, backups, attached volumes, security groups, tags |
Next steps
Manage power
Start, stop, reboot.
API Reference
Rename a VM via API.