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HitchSwitch was born of an entrepreneurial spirit and the desire to make life easier. HitchSwitch founder Jake Wolff was in his first year at Fordham Law School, where he toyed with the idea of starting a business and hoped to experience his "Eureka!" moment.
As most good ideas come from real life, when Jake got married in 2010 his wife wished for straightforward, easy step-by-step instructions to simplify the name change process, and HitchSwitch was born!
Jake believes no one should ever wait in long lines at multiple government offices; only to find out they completed an outdated name change form. He sought to create a website where one could quickly and easily change their name after the "Big Day."
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HitchSwitch made changing my name so much easier. Changing my name would have been a nightmare without everything they provided for me. The step-by-step process made it so seamless, and I am so thankful I found them!
HORRIBLE. Got my package delivered the last day of the priority shipping window and the outside was perfectly fine but the inside was soaking wet, ruined and filled with bugs. Tried contacting customer service a plethora of times and apparently they’re avoiding me. So now I am just looking things up to as I need to. What a waste of $200.
Wonderful experience. Couldn’t have done it without them!
Made my name change a super easy process
Easy service to use to change your maiden name to your married name for your essential legal documents Social Security, Driver's License, & Passport.
I would give Hitchswitch 10 stars if I could. Amazing instructions and resources, including the required forms and postage paid envelopes. I'm definitely recommending this to any brides I know. My job needs an internal Hitchswitch-style service to make the name change process just as seamless as work!
Such an awesome service to help speed things up as you navigate the name change process. Would recommend to everyone to save time!
Easy process and they provide everything you need to change your name. Well worth it!
I bought the full service package and received an organized package of prefilled forms and easy to follow instructions. Everything is going very smoothly.
I would buy this again and again for all of the brides in my life. This service has ensured my confidence in changing my name officially and has been so helpful throughout the entire process. I plan to be a longtime customer by buying this for future brides who also would like to change their names in the future.
HitchSwitch has made the name-change process incredibly easy! They include step by step instructions for every government & state application, provide all name change forms that are auto filled with the majority of your information, and advise on the order of how to complete your forms. It made the overall process less stressful and confusing. The platinum package is also a great deal and definitely worth it. Highly recommend!
Most helpful and professional service. Made changing my name extremely easy. I highly recommend this service to anyone looking for a professional and efficient service with sensitive information that is important to keep protected and safe. A++++
Not only do they fill out most of the forms for you, they give you detailed, easy to follow instructions for each step. The checklist also helped me remember to change my name in some of the smaller places that I definitely would have forgotten. This has been such a helpful service!
Great service, convenient and easy to use!
A little expensive but worth it! Made it so easy to change my last name.
Makes changing your name easy! Sends you all the necessary documents and steps on what and how to do everything! Definitely worth it!
Hitchswitch made changing my name after marriage simple and fast. It really took the legwork and guesswork out of the name changing process. You still need to go to the DMV (and I chose to go to Social Security vs. mailing the paperwork in so I could get my name changed faster), but the forms they give you (already partially filled out) really save time and stress! I bought the medium package and it was perfect for my needs. I highly recommend it!
So easy to use
Waste of money and time. I followed the instructions on how to change my social security card. I ordered a certified copy of my marriage licence as instructed and mailed it into the social security office with my name change application.
Waited several weeks and finally called the social security office. They let me know that I cannot change my name by mail (although Hitch Switch said I could and sent me instructions on how to do it). I contacted Hitch Switch through their website and they never even responded.
I had to go to the Social Security office and do everything again.
TERRIBLE customer service. Terrible company. I'd request a refund if they'd respond to me! I didnt use anything else in their packet because I couldn't trust it to be accurate.
Hands down completely worth it. I had no idea where to even START with this whole process and I was stressing out. Hitchswitch made it so easy and I especially love the support that’s available at the tip of your fingers. I will 100% recommend this service. 10/10!
Worth every penny! It's step by step instruction on how to change your name. No detail is overlooked. Highly reccommend!
Best thing that was gifted to us. Has helped tremendously in lessening the stress of trying to figure out how to change my name and what steps to take. It walks you through it all and lets you know what to do first. So helpful having everything pre-printed and filled out as well!
Married my same sex partner, and HitchSwitch assisted. Also assisted with my gender change. Wow! Thank you!
Truly cannot say enough good things about this company! Made the process SO easy and provided all the applicable documents and information needed. Would highly recommend to anyone planning to change their name!
So So easy!! Thank you! I married my highschool sweetheart. Followed their instructions, got my passport photo, and submitted all of the documents. My name was changed within 1 month! Thank you Thank!!! Thank yoU!!!
The kit I received from my registry is so informative and helpful. I didn't realize how much work it is to change your name! The customer service team was also super quick to respond when I had a question.
This is the absolute best service! It’s so confusing trying to figure out all you need to change your name and they made it so simple! I’d have been lost without them!
Easiest process changing my name with all the amazing services Hitch Switch has to offer. Can't recommend them enough!!
This is a kit that I highly recommend all couples either put on their registry or purchase for themselves if you are considering changing your name. It lays everything out so clearly and gives you all the paperwork you need to change your last name.
I did some research on name change...and everything sounded so painful. I was completely dreading it but then I heard about Hitchswitch. They seriously made the process so easy. I was able to get my name change done within 1 month and it could have been faster but waiting is apart of the fun when you are dealing with government offices.
But the package I received with my name and basic information pre-filled helped ease the burden. It came with a helpful todo list that also made the process super easy to keep track of. I just made appointments when I could or walked in, signed where I needed to and just handed over the papers and the process went very smoothly. I also did my passport picture with Hitchswitch and it was just super easy (no waiting at the local drugstore).
Can't recommend the service enough. So thank you to the team at Hitchswitch I can finally say my wedding checklist is over :D
This was extremely easy being a busy mom and not really having the downtime to get everything done on my own!
Hitswitch makes the name change process far easier than doing it alone. The forms came pre generated with explicit instructions on how to complete the remaining sections and details as to where to submit them. It couldn’t have been more clear. Is it impossible to complete all name changes forms without this service? Sure. Is it worth every penny? Yes.
Would highly recommend getting this service. There are SO many little things that go into changing your name - you think you should be able to find all this information yourself, and you probably could, but it's really helpful to have someone just tell you step by step in order what to do next, AND give you the exact forms. It's not even that expensive, so it's worth it. You can also contact them with your questions which I've found to be helpful, too.
Super helpful service for changing your name! Anything that makes government forms like this less stressful is awesome, and I definitely recommend! They made everything very simple to complete and have thought of pretty much any scenario you may have in relation to changing your name. And even if they hadn't thought of it, you can purchase the service where you have a personal agent helping you through it and get your questions answered there. Great service that I have already recommended to my coworker who just got married. She loves it too!
Highly recommend!!! I was referred to hitchswitch by another friend that used them after she got married. She gave a really positive review about how easy they made it, and that she didn’t think she would have been able to navigate through stuff without them. We both purchased their full service package, and it really was just as easy as advertised. They sent every form completely filled out with all my information (except sensitive personal info like a social security number), and post marked envelopes so I was covered whether I decided to go in person or mail my items in. I chose to go in person, and my process was so easy with all my applications already filled out for me, and that their website provides office location information, and the documentation you need to bring. I would recommend their service to absolutely everyone, and plan on getting it as a gift to friends that are getting married in the future!
This was gifted to me by my now mother in law. It was so nice to have the checklist and the forms pre filled out. I had no clue where to start in changing my name so this is a great service!
Hitchswitch has been a great help for navigating the name change process. They sent me all the forms necessary for the big changes (social security card, passport, drivers license) with very understandable instructions. I am so glad I bought services from Hitchswitch.
Hitchswitch was so easy to use and totally simplified the process of changing my name. Would totally recommend!
Hitch Switch was recommended by my bestie for changing my name, and I got the premium package and it’s been amazing. Having the checklist and forms sent completed was awesome and my trips to SSA and DMV have been a breeze. (30 min or less both times with no appt). Super helpful. Highly recommend!
This is an absolute must. I found them through David's Bridal and the Knot. It takes the pain out of getting your name changed!
Definitely worth it! This made changing my name an easy process.
If you would like a hassel free time changing your name after you get married, Hitchswitch is the way to go! Out of all that paperwork, there were no errors, they didn't miss a beat! All I had to do was sign them and send them in, even had the envelopes in the package with postage! It was great and totally worth it!
I love hitchswitch!!!! They were so helpful and it was the easiest process for changing my name. They made the process a breeze!!
Super easy to use and made this process so much easier!
The customer service is outstanding. Any time you need help understanding or filling out documents they reply swiftly. The checklist you receive is perfect because there are things/places there you probably wouldn't even have thought about in regards to your name change info.
This service has made my name change process so easy! I would 1000% recommend this to any new bride!
Had my new SS card and ID within a month of starting the process. It was so quick and easy and will always recommend Hitchswitch.
Very clear simple instructions all consolidated in easy to follow checklists. Definitely worth the money to save the headache of all those different places to search!
I was so overwhelmed and clueless when it came to changing my name. Hitchswitch took all the stress away and made it so simple. They are a life saver!
Made the name change process super easy. The team outlined the information very clear and even taught me somethings I didn't know.
I found the site after I married my husband. I was trying to figure out what to do next, especially since I wanted to change my name. It was easy to fill out all the necessary forms I needed for my name change. Hitchswitch takes the stress out of things.
It’s definitely possible to do all the name changing on your own but using hitchswitch takes all the stress out of it, and made it super quick and easy! They tell you exactly what to do, fill out, send out, etc. HIGHLY recommend and will be buying this as a wedding gift for all my newlywed friends
This is a great tool for switching your name after you get married. I had no idea where to start but just started the process with my hitch switch that I received in the mail and it gives you everything you need to do step by step. I would definitely recommend this company!
Don't waste your money on this service. You pay money so that they give you instructions as to how to change your names with the different government agencies. Sounds great but a) they give you the wrong forms or information and b) you still have to do everything yourself. They gave me the wrong forms for my voter registration (the completely wrong state) and wrong instructions for the drivers license so I was tried away, had to reschedule, and look up everything myself. When I messaged to complain there was no answer. Find a different website to help you instead of wasting your money on hitchswitch that makes your life more stressful.
While I haven't gone through the entire process yet, HitchSwitch has made my name change process one of the easiest things I've ever done! All of my friends who have changed their names after getting married have complained about how arduous the process can be, but I feel like I haven't had to deal with anything unpleasant so far! 10/10 would recommend!
I had saved this as a to-do during my Knot checklist, and I am so glad that I invested the money to do it. It has saved me money, time, and postage! It's easy to fill out the application and pay online, and they send you a nice folder with all the documents you need, checklists, instructions, and envelopes with postage! I have already started the process with changing my name with social security, and everything has gone smoothly so far.
I was a bit nervous about the whole name change process. I selected the basic level as I knew once I have the information, I can organize myself to do the things I need to. Anyway, I got all the information and all the steps were very clear and were a HUGE asset. I'm grateful for Hitchswitch as it made a long process, less difficult. Thank you!
Great! This service made it so easy for me with my name change. I had no idea where to start and they give you step by step instructions.
Went with the basic package and so far very pleased. They tell you which order to submit information in and pre fill several documents. I had no idea where to start with my name change and a coworker recommend them and I’m so glad I choose there services.
DO NOT USE HITCHSWITCH! I wish I had read a thread like this before going through with the service. I paid for the Platinum service and everything started off smoothly. I wanted to make my maiden name my middle name, and I was instructed that it may or may not work, but I could give it a try. I was told that if it was not going to work, it would be rejected at the social security card step (step 1), so I decided to give it a shot and had no issues getting my updated social security card with my maiden name as my middle name. As such, I proceeded with the process of getting my passport updated (per the direction of my Hitch Switch "concierge"). That also went smoothly and I received my updated passport with my maiden name as my middle name. I then went to update my license as a final step in the process, and after getting the run-around from the DMV (with no direction from my concierge despite asking), I was finally told that I in fact could NOT make my maiden name my middle name, and I would need to start the process over to re-update my social security card and passport to make my middle name back to my original middle name. I tried emailing my concierge again for direction and received no response. I then tried calling the passport agency directly and was told the only way to make this update would be to get a court order name change. I am now out the $100 from the HitchSwitch package, $110 to update my passport to a name that wasn't legally allowed, and will need to spend at least $250 in court fees to legally change my name BACK to what it was to begin with. All the while, no support for HitchSwitch or accountability on their end. To say I am frustrated is an understatement.
Oh, and the kicker - I live in NJ which is where the HitchSwitch headquarters are based. If they don't even know enough about the law in their own home state, I would hate to think of how misdirected they must be in other states. BEWARE before you give your money over to this scam of a company.
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