Is it obligatory to place your actual name on udemy ? What are pros and cons?

[Dr_Ros]

I can see some channels were instructors have their own names, and their linkedin profiles / bio on their channel.

I see other instructors that do not tell their name and who they are and remain anonymous.

What are the pros and cons to this?

[GregReverdiau]

@Dr_Ros 

I think most people who don't use their name use a company name instead. I would definitely not have a course by "anonymous" as it will erode trust from the student. 

Why remain anonymous? When creating a course, you also create a brand that people will recognize and want to buy more from (if it's good). 

My 2 cents.