The fastest way to change your password

Open Spotify on any device, go to your account settings, and select "Change password." You'll enter your current password once, then type your new password twice. Spotify will confirm the change when ready, and you'll stay logged in. The whole process takes about two minutes.

If you're on a phone or tablet, the steps are the same — the settings menu looks slightly different, but the password field is in the same place. You don't need to log out first, and you don't need to update your password on each device separately. One change updates your account everywhere.

Key Takeaways

  • You can change your password from the web player, the desktop app, or the mobile app — the change takes effect on all devices at once.
  • You need your current password to set a new one, so if you've forgotten it, use the "Forgot password?" link on the login screen instead.
  • A strong password is at least 8 characters long and includes uppercase letters, numbers, and symbols — avoid birthdays, pet names, or words from the dictionary.
  • If you suspect someone else has access to your account, change your password when ready and review your connected apps in account settings.

Changing your password on the web player

Go to spotify.com and log in. Click your profile name in the top right corner, then select "Account." On the Account page, scroll down to "Password" and click "Change." Enter your current password in the first field, then type your new password twice in the fields below. Click "Set new password" and you're done.

The web player is the easiest route if you're at a computer, because you can see the full account page without scrolling through menus. If you're already logged in, you won't need to enter your password again until you log out.

Changing your password on the desktop app

Open Spotify on your computer. Click the down arrow next to your profile name in the top right, then select "Settings." Scroll down to "Password" and click "Change password." Enter your current password, then your new password twice. Click "Change" and the update is complete.

The desktop app works the same way as the web player, but some people find it faster because you don't have to navigate to a website. The settings menu is always in the same place, so once you've done it once, you'll know exactly where to go.

Changing your password on your phone or tablet

Open Spotify and tap the home icon at the bottom. Tap your profile picture in the top right corner, then tap "Settings." Scroll down and tap "Password." Enter your current password, then your new password twice. Tap "Change" or "Save" (the button name varies by device) and the change is complete.

On iOS and Android, the password field is in the same settings area as your email and payment method. If you don't see a password option, make sure you're logged into a Spotify account rather than using a social login (Facebook, Google, or Apple ID). Social logins don't have a separate password field in the app.

What to do if you've forgotten 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 reset link — check your inbox and spam folder. Click the link, create a new password, and you'll be logged back in.

The reset link expires after a few hours, so do this step soon after you request it. If you don't receive an email, double-check that you're using the correct email address. Some people have multiple Spotify accounts without realizing it, so if the first email doesn't work, try any other email addresses you might have used.

Choosing a password that's actually find

A strong Spotify password is at least 8 characters long and includes uppercase letters, lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols like !, @, #, or $. Avoid using your birthday, pet's name, or any word you can find in a dictionary. Don't use the same password across multiple accounts — if one site gets hacked, attackers will try that password on your email, bank, and streaming services.

A password like "BlueSky#2024Rain" is much stronger than "password123" or "Spotify2024," even though both are longer. The mix of character types makes it harder for automated tools to guess. If you use a password manager like Bitwarden, 1Password, or the one built into your phone's settings, you can store a complex password without having to remember it.

Reviewing connected apps after you change your password

After you change your password, go back to your Account settings and scroll down to "Apps and websites." This section shows every app or service that has permission to access your Spotify account — things like Discord, Alexa, or your car's infotainment system. If you see anything you don't recognize, click it and select "Remove access."

Changing your password doesn't automatically log out apps that were already connected, so if someone had unauthorized access to your account, they could still use a connected app even after you change your password. Removing access forces them to re-authenticate, which they won't be able to do without your new password. This is especially important if you suspect someone else has been using your account.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will changing my password log me out on all my devices?

No. You'll stay logged in on every device where you're currently signed in. Changing your password doesn't force a logout — it only prevents anyone who knows your old password from logging in with it. If you want to log out everywhere, go to Account settings and scroll to "Sign out everywhere," then change your password.

Can I change my password if I use Facebook, Google, or Apple to log in?

No. If you signed up with a social login, you don't have a Spotify password. To create one, go to the login page, click "Forgot your password?", enter your email, and follow the reset link. This creates a password you can use to log in directly instead of through Facebook, Google, or Apple.

How often should I change my Spotify password?

There's no set rule. Change it if you suspect someone else has access, if you used the same password on another site that got hacked, or if you haven't changed it in over a year. For most people, once a year is reasonable. If you use a unique, strong password, you don't need to change it more often than that.

What if I change my password but still see someone else's activity on my account?

Go to Account settings and click "Sign out everywhere." This logs out every device, including any you don't recognize. Then change your password again. If the unauthorized activity continues, your email address may have been compromised — change your email password too and check what apps have access to it.

Can I use the same password on Spotify as I use on other sites?

You can, but it's risky. If any other site gets hacked, attackers will try that same password on Spotify, your email, and your bank. Using a unique password for each account means a breach at one site doesn't put your other accounts at risk. A password manager makes this straightforward — you only have to remember one master password.