Rename a Dataset
Change your dataset name to better reflect its purpose while keeping all images, annotations, and the dataset ID unchanged.
Renaming a dataset in Datature Vi updates the display name only. Your images, annotations, dataset ID, and any active training runs are not affected. You can rename a dataset at any time.
- You need an existing dataset in your Datature Vi workspace.
- You need edit access to the dataset (Owner or Admin role).
Open dataset settings

Open the dataset you want to rename. Click the Settings tab at the bottom of the sidebar menu. The Settings page shows dataset configuration options including the Dataset Name field at the top.

The dataset now shows the new name throughout the platform.
What changes and what stays the same
Updated:
- Display name in the platform UI
- Name shown in search results and training workflow selection
- Name returned by SDK and API queries
Unchanged:
- Dataset ID (used in API calls and SDK scripts)
- All images and annotations
- Dataset settings and description
- Existing training runs and active workflows
- Team member access and permissions
The dataset ID never changes, even after a rename. Your API integrations and SDK scripts keep working without any updates. Find the dataset ID in the URL bar or via client.datasets.get(dataset_id="your-dataset-id") in the Vi SDK.
Update the dataset description
While you have the Settings page open, you can also update the Dataset Description field. Enter a new description and click Update next to that field.
The description is a good place to record:
- What the dataset contains
- The intended use case
- Data sources or collection methods
- Version history or team contacts
Common questions
Next steps
Updated about 1 month ago
