Change your password from the Spotify website or app

You can change your Spotify password in two places: the Spotify website or the mobile app. Both routes take about two minutes. The website method works on any device with a browser — phone, tablet, or computer. The app method works only on the device where you have Spotify installed.

If you are locked out of your account or cannot remember your current password, use the "Forgot your password?" link on the login screen instead. That process sends a reset link to your email address. This article covers changing a password when you already know it and are logged in.

Key Takeaways

  • Go to your account settings on the Spotify website, find the password field, and enter your new password twice to confirm it matches.
  • On the mobile app, open Settings, tap "Account", then "Change password" — you will need to enter your current password first.
  • Your new password should be at least eight characters long and should not be a password you use elsewhere.
  • After you change your password, you will be logged out of all devices and will need to sign back in with the new password.
  • If you cannot remember your current password, use the "Forgot your password?" option on the login screen instead of trying to change it.

Change your password on the Spotify website

Open a web browser and go to www.spotify.com. Click the profile icon in the top right corner — it shows your name or a circular image. A dropdown menu will appear. Select "Account" from this menu.

You will land on your account overview page. Look for the section labeled "Password" on the left side of the page. Click "Change" next to it. A box will open asking for your current password first. Type it in and click "Next".

Now you will see two fields: "New password" and "Confirm password". Type your new password in the first field. Type the same password again in the second field. Make sure both entries match exactly — if they do not, you will see an error. Click "Change password" when both fields are filled.

Spotify will show a confirmation message. You will then be logged out of all devices where you were signed in. This is normal and a security feature. Sign back in on any device using your new password.

Change your password on the Spotify mobile app

Open the Spotify app on your phone or tablet. Tap the gear icon in the bottom right corner to open Settings. Scroll down and tap "Account".

You will see several account options. Tap "Change password". The app will ask you to enter your current password first as a security check. Type it in and tap "Next".

Two fields will appear: "New password" and "Confirm password". Enter your new password in both fields, making sure they match exactly. Tap "Change password" when you are done. Like the website, the app will log you out of all devices after the change takes effect.

What makes a strong password for Spotify

Your new password should be at least eight characters long. Spotify does not require special characters or numbers, but adding them makes your password harder to guess. A strong password uses a mix of uppercase letters, lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols like !, @, #, or $.

Do not use a password you have used on other websites or accounts. If someone breaks into one service, they might try that same password on your Spotify account. A password manager like Bitwarden, 1Password, or the password manager built into your phone can store unique passwords so you do not have to remember them.

Avoid passwords based on your name, birthday, address, or other information someone could find out about you. Avoid straightforward patterns like "12345678" or "qwerty". The goal is something only you know and something that would take a long time to guess.

You will be logged out of all devices after changing your password

When you change your Spotify password, the service logs you out everywhere — on your phone, tablet, computer, smart speaker, car system, or any other device where you were signed in. This happens automatically and you cannot prevent it. It is a security measure to make sure no one else can use your account.

After the logout, sign back in on each device using your new password. If you have Spotify on five devices, you will need to enter the new password on all five. Keep your new password written down or stored in a password manager so you have it ready.

If you see a device in your account that you do not recognize after changing your password, that device will no longer have access to your account because it does not know the new password. If that worries you, you can also remove devices manually from your account settings under "Apps and devices".

What to do if you forgot your password

If you cannot remember your current password, you cannot use the change password option because it asks for your old password first. Instead, go to the Spotify login page and click "Forgot your password?" below the password field.

Enter the email address connected to your Spotify account. Spotify will send a password reset link to that email. Check your inbox and click the link. You will be taken to a page where you can create a new password without needing to know the old one. This process works the same way whether you are on the website or the app.

If you do not see the reset email, check your spam or junk folder. If it is not there, make sure you entered the correct email address. Some people have multiple email addresses and may have signed up with one they no longer use.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will changing my password affect my playlists or saved songs?

No. Your playlists, saved songs, followers, and all other account data stay exactly the same. Changing your password only changes how you sign in — it does not touch any of your music or settings.

How often should I change my Spotify password?

There is no rule that says you must change it on a schedule. Change it if you think someone else knows it, if you used the same password on another service that was hacked, or if you have not changed it in several years. Most people change it once every year or two.

Can I change my password on a smart speaker or car system?

No. You can only change your password on the Spotify website or the mobile app. If you want to change it, use a phone, tablet, or computer. After you change it, sign back into your smart speaker or car system with the new password.

What if I change my password but still cannot sign back in?

Make sure you are typing the new password correctly — passwords are case-sensitive, so capital letters matter. If you are sure the password is right, try resetting it again using the "Forgot your password?" option. If you still cannot sign in, contact Spotify support through the help page on their website.

Do I need to change my password if I just want to log out of one device?

No. You can remove a single device without changing your password. Go to your account settings on the website, find "Apps and devices", and click the X next to the device you want to remove. That device will be signed out, but your password stays the same.