Change your password on Spotify through your account settings
Open Spotify on any device and go to your account menu — usually a gear icon or your profile name in the top right corner. Select "Account" or "Settings," then look for "Change password" or "Password." Enter your current password, type your new password twice to confirm it matches, and click save. The change takes effect when ready across all your devices.
If you are on a phone or tablet, the process is the same: tap your profile icon, find Settings, scroll to "Change password," and follow the same steps. You do not need to log out and back in — Spotify keeps you signed in after you change it.
If you cannot find the password option in your app, try changing it through the Spotify website instead. Log in at spotify.com, click your profile name in the top right, select "Account," and choose "Change password" from the left menu. The website version is often easier to navigate than the mobile app.
Key Takeaways
- You can change your Spotify password from the app or the website by going to Account settings and selecting the password option.
- You will need to enter your current password before creating a new one, so have that ready.
- The new password takes effect right away on all devices where you are signed in.
- If you forget your current password, use the "Forgot your password?" link on the Spotify login page to reset it instead.
- A strong password includes uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols — avoid using the same password across multiple accounts.
Why you might want to change your password
Change your password if you think someone else knows it, if you have used the same password on other websites (especially ones that have been hacked), or if you have not changed it in over a year. You should also change it if you shared your login with someone who no longer should have access — a roommate moving out, a family member whose device you no longer trust, or a friend you are no longer in contact with.
If you suspect someone has been using your account without permission, change your password when ready, then go to "Sign out everywhere" in your account settings. This logs out every device except the one you are currently using, so you can be sure only you have access.
What makes a strong Spotify password
A strong password is at least 8 characters long and includes uppercase letters, lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols like ! @ # $ % or &. Avoid passwords based on your name, birthday, or common words. Do not use a password you have used on other websites, especially banking sites, email, or social media — if one of those services gets hacked, attackers will try that same password on Spotify.
A password manager like Bitwarden, 1Password, or KeePass can generate and store a unique strong password for you, so you do not have to remember it. If you use a password manager, you only need to remember one master password instead of dozens.
If you cannot remember your current password
Go to the Spotify login page and click "Forgot your password?" Enter the email address connected to your account. Spotify will send you a link to reset your password — check your inbox and any spam folders. Click the link, create a new password, and you will be able to log in right away.
The reset link usually works for a few hours. If it has expired, go back to the login page and request a new one. If you do not receive an email at all, double-check that you are using the correct email address for your Spotify account.
Signing out of devices you no longer use
After you change your password, consider signing out of any devices you no longer use regularly — an old phone, a tablet, a computer at work. Go to your account settings, find "Sign out everywhere," and click it. This logs you out of every device at once, then you can sign back in only on the devices you actually use.
If you want to sign out of just one device instead of all of them, open Spotify on that device and look for a "Sign out" option in the settings menu. On computers, this is usually under Account settings. On phones, it may be under Settings or your profile menu.
Two-factor authentication for extra security
Spotify does not currently offer two-factor authentication (a second login step using your phone), but you can add a layer of protection by securing the email address connected to your account. If your email has two-factor authentication turned on, an attacker cannot reset your Spotify password without also having access to your phone or email recovery codes.
Check your email provider — Gmail, Outlook, Yahoo, and others all support two-factor authentication. Turn it on in your email settings, and your Spotify account becomes much harder to break into, because resetting your Spotify password requires access to your email first.
What to do if your account has been hacked
If you notice unfamiliar playlists, recently played songs you did not listen to, or changes to your account settings, your account may have been compromised. Change your password when ready, then go to "Sign out everywhere" to remove all active sessions. Check your account email and recovery options — if an attacker has changed your email address or recovery phone number, change those back right away.
After you regain control, review your connected apps and devices. Go to "Apps" or "Connected devices" in your account settings and disconnect anything you do not recognize. If you use the same password on other websites, change those passwords too, because the attacker may have tried them elsewhere.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I have to change my password on every device?
No. When you change your password in account settings, it updates across all devices automatically. You do not need to log out and back in unless you want to.
Will changing my password delete my playlists or saved songs?
No. Your playlists, saved songs, and listening history stay exactly the same. Changing your password only affects how you log in.
How often should I change my Spotify password?
Change it whenever you suspect someone knows it, whenever you use the same password on another site, or roughly once a year as a routine precaution. You do not need to change it more often than that unless there is a specific reason.
Can I use the same password on Spotify and other websites?
No. If one website gets hacked, attackers will try that password on other sites. Use a unique password for Spotify, your email, banking, and any other important account.
What if I change my password and then forget the new one?
Use the "Forgot your password?" link on the Spotify login page. You will receive a reset link at the email address connected to your account, and you can create a new password from there.