You cannot change your Spotify username directly through the app or website

Spotify does not offer a built-in feature to change the username you chose when you created your account. Unlike some other platforms, there is no settings menu where you can edit it. If you want a different username, you will need to create a new Spotify account with the username you prefer, then transfer your music and playlists from the old account.

This matters because your username is how other people find and follow you on Spotify. If you chose something you no longer like, or if you used a name that no longer fits who you are, the only real solution is to start fresh. The process takes about 15 minutes if you move quickly, but you will lose access to your old account's history and followers.

Key Takeaways

  • Spotify usernames cannot be edited once created, so changing yours requires creating a new account.
  • Before you create a new account, read or screenshot your current playlists so you know what to rebuild.
  • You can create a new account using the same email address you currently use, as long as you unlink the old account first.
  • Your followers on the old account will not automatically follow the new one, so you may need to ask people to find you under your new username.

Write down your playlists before you start

Open Spotify and go to your profile. Look at every playlist you have created — not the ones you follow, but the ones you own. Write down the names of these playlists and note which songs matter most to you. If you have a lot of playlists, take screenshots of each one so you have a record of what was in them.

This step prevents you from losing track of music you organized. Once you create a new account, your old playlists stay on the old account. You will need to recreate them on the new one, and having a list in front of you makes that much faster. Pay special attention to any playlists you shared with friends or that other people follow — those will not move to your new account.

Create a new Spotify account with your preferred username

Go to spotify.com and click "Sign Up" at the top right. You can use the same email address you use for your current account, but Spotify will ask you to verify it. If you want to avoid that step, use a different email address instead — you can change the email later once the old account is inactive.

When you reach the username field, enter the username you want. Spotify will tell you when ready if it is already taken. If it is, try variations: add a number, use an underscore, or shorten it. Once you find one that works, finish creating the account and verify your email.

Rebuild your playlists on the new account

Log into your new account and create playlists with the same names as your old ones. Use the list or screenshots you made earlier to add songs back in. This is the most time-consuming part, but you only need to recreate the playlists that matter to you — you do not have to move everything.

As you add songs, Spotify will start building a listening history on the new account. Your recommendations and Discover Weekly will improve as you use it more. If you have a lot of playlists, spread this work across a few days rather than trying to do it all at once.

Tell your followers about your new username

People who followed you on your old account will not see your new account automatically. If you want them to find you, you have a few options. You can post on social media with your new Spotify username, send a message to close friends, or update your bio on other platforms to link to your new Spotify profile.

If you have a large following, consider keeping your old account active for a few weeks with a note in the bio directing people to your new username. This gives followers time to find and switch to the new account before you delete the old one.

Delete your old account if you want to

Once you have rebuilt your playlists and moved your followers, you can delete the old account. Log into it one more time and go to your account settings. Scroll down to "Delete Account" and follow the prompts. Spotify will ask you to confirm, and the account will be permanently deleted after 30 days.

You do not have to delete the old account right away. Some people keep it for a month or two to make sure they did not miss any playlists, then delete it later. If you decide to keep it, just stop using it so it does not confuse people trying to follow you.

What to do if your preferred username is taken

If the username you want already exists, you have a few choices. You can add numbers to the end (like adding your birth year), use underscores or periods to break up the name, or choose a different username altogether. Spotify allows letters, numbers, underscores, and periods in usernames.

You can also search for the account that has your preferred username and see if it is active. If it belongs to someone who has not used Spotify in years, you might try messaging them to ask if they would consider changing it, though most people will not. In practice, finding a close variation of your preferred name is usually faster than waiting for someone else to change theirs.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my email address without creating a new account?

Yes. Log into your current account, go to account settings, and look for "Email" or "Change Email". Spotify will send a verification link to your new email address. This is different from changing your username — your username still cannot be edited, but your email can be.

Will my saved songs and liked tracks move to the new account?

No. Your liked songs stay on your old account. You will need to go through your old account, find the songs you want to keep, and add them to playlists on the new account. Alternatively, you can follow your old account from the new one and see your old liked songs that way, though you will have to add them individually.

What happens to my Spotify Wrapped if I switch accounts?

Your Wrapped is tied to the account you used during that year. When you create a new account, you will get a fresh Wrapped next year based only on what you listen to on the new account. Your old Wrapped stays on the old account if you keep it active.

Can I use the same password on both accounts?

You can, but it is not recommended. Since both accounts might use the same email at some point, using different passwords makes it easier to keep them separate and reduces the risk if one account is compromised. Use a password manager to keep track of both.

Do I lose my Premium subscription when I create a new account?

If you have a Spotify Premium subscription, it is tied to your email address, not your username. When you create a new account with a different email, you will need a separate Premium subscription. If you use the same email for both accounts, you will need to unlink the old account first, then link the new one to your Premium plan.