Why can’t users control their discussion profiles?
I can’t change my username or delete my profile… no one thinks that’s draconian… why do we not retain control over our involvement and participation on this service?
iPhone XS Max, iOS 17
All we, your fellow users, can say is it's because that's how it's built. Why Apple has decided not to allow changes made by users none of us know. If you want to change your name or delete your profile, though, we can bring your request to the attention of the Community Hosts who can do that for you. Just let us know.
Regards.