Where to find and change your Spotify username

Your Spotify username is the display name that appears on your profile and in playlists you share. You can change it from your account settings on any device — the steps are the same whether you use the app or the web player. Go to your profile picture in the top right corner, select "Account", then find "Edit profile". The username field is editable, and you can type a new one directly into that box.

Spotify does not limit how many times you can change your username, so you can update it whenever you want. The change takes effect when ready across all your devices and anywhere your profile appears. If you have shared playlists or followed other users, they will see your new name the next time they refresh their view.

Key Takeaways

  • Your username is found in Account settings under Edit profile, and you can change it at any time without restrictions.
  • The new username appears when ready on your profile, shared playlists, and anywhere else your account is visible.
  • Usernames must be between 3 and 30 characters and can include letters, numbers, and underscores.
  • Changing your username does not affect your password, email, or any of your saved music and playlists.

Username rules and what Spotify will reject

Spotify has a few basic rules for usernames. They must be between 3 and 30 characters long, and you can use letters, numbers, and underscores. Spaces are not allowed — if you want to separate words, use an underscore instead. Spotify will reject usernames that contain special characters like hyphens, periods, or symbols.

If you try to save a username that is already taken, Spotify will tell you when ready and ask you to choose a different one. The system checks this in real time as you type, so you will know right away if the name you want is available. You cannot reserve a username or put it on a waiting list — if someone else has it, you need to pick something else.

What happens to your old username

When you change your username, your old one becomes available for someone else to use. Spotify does not hold old usernames or prevent others from taking them. If you think you might want to go back to an old username later, you should know that you may not be able to get it back.

Your profile URL will also change. If you had shared a link to your profile with the old username in it, that link will no longer work. Anyone who tries to visit your old profile URL will see an error. If you share your profile regularly, you may want to update those links after you change your username.

Changing your username on mobile versus desktop

The process is nearly identical on the Spotify mobile app and the web player, but the exact location of buttons differs slightly. On the mobile app, tap your profile picture at the bottom right, then tap "Account" and "Edit profile". On the web player, click your profile picture in the top right, select "Account", and then click "Edit profile". In both cases, the username field appears in the same place once you are in the edit screen.

If you are having trouble finding the edit option on mobile, make sure you are logged into your own account and not viewing someone else's profile. Guest accounts and accounts created through third-party services sometimes have limited editing options, though most personal Spotify accounts allow full profile customization.

Usernames versus display names on shared playlists

Your username is different from the name that appears on playlists you create. When you make a playlist, it shows the name of the playlist itself, not your username. However, when someone clicks on your name anywhere in Spotify — such as in the "Created by" section of a playlist — they will see your username and be taken to your profile.

If you want to change the name of a playlist you have already created, that is a separate action. Right-click or long-press the playlist, select "Edit details", and change the playlist name there. Your username change will not affect any existing playlists or their names.

If you cannot find the edit profile option

Some accounts have restrictions on editing. If you created your Spotify account through Facebook, Apple, or Google, you may need to update your display name through that service instead. Log into your Facebook, Apple, or Google account, change your name there, and the change will sync to Spotify within a few hours.

If you are using a family plan account that is not the primary account holder, you may have limited editing permissions. The primary account holder can edit their own profile freely, but secondary accounts sometimes cannot. If you are on a family plan and cannot edit your profile, contact the primary account holder to ask them to change it for you, or switch to a personal account.

What does not change when you update your username

Changing your username is purely cosmetic — it does not affect anything else on your account. Your password stays the same, your email address stays the same, and all your saved songs, playlists, and followers remain exactly as they were. Your listening history and recommendations are tied to your account, not your username, so changing the name does not reset anything.

If you have connected Spotify to other apps or services, those connections stay active. Your Spotify credentials do not change, so you will not need to log in again anywhere. The only thing that changes is what other people see when they look at your profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use my email address as my username?

No. Usernames cannot contain the @ symbol or periods, so you cannot use an email address as your username. You need to create a separate username using only letters, numbers, and underscores.

What if I want to change my username back to what it was before?

You can change it back, but only if no one else has taken that username in the meantime. Since old usernames become available when ready after you change them, someone else may have claimed it. If it is taken, you will need to choose a different name.

Does changing my username affect my Spotify Wrapped or listening stats?

No. Your listening history and all statistics are tied to your account, not your username. Changing your name does not reset or alter any of your data, recommendations, or year-end summaries.

Can I have spaces in my username?

No. Spotify usernames cannot contain spaces. Use an underscore to separate words instead — for example, "music_lover" instead of "music lover".

Will my followers see my new username right away?

Yes. The change is when ready across all devices and everywhere your profile appears. Anyone who visits your profile or sees you in a shared playlist will see your new username when ready.