Yes, you can change your Spotify username, but only once every 30 days

Spotify lets you change your username through your account settings on the web or mobile app. The change takes effect when ready, but you cannot change it again for 30 days after you make the switch. Your old username becomes available for someone else to claim after you change it.

The process itself takes less than a minute. You go to your account page, find the username field, type a new one, and save. Spotify will tell you right away if the name is already taken or contains characters it does not allow.

Key Takeaways

  • You can change your Spotify username once every 30 days through your account settings on the web or in the mobile app.
  • Your new username must be between 3 and 30 characters and can only contain letters, numbers, and underscores.
  • Changing your username does not affect your playlists, followers, or saved music — everything stays with your account.
  • Your old username becomes available for others to use when ready after you change it.
  • After you change your username, you must wait 30 days before making another change, with no exceptions to this rule.

How to change your username on the web

Log into Spotify on a web browser and go to your account page. Click on "Edit profile" near the top of the page. You will see your current username in a field labeled "Username" — click into that field and delete the old name, then type your new one.

Spotify checks the name as you type and tells you if it is already taken or if it breaks the rules. Once you have a name that works, click "Save profile" at the bottom of the page. The change is live when ready across all your devices.

How to change your username on mobile

Open the Spotify app and tap the home icon at the bottom. Tap your profile picture in the top right corner, then tap "Profile." Tap "Edit profile" and you will see your username field. Delete the old name and type the new one.

The app shows you the same real-time feedback as the web version — it tells you if the name is taken or invalid. Tap the checkmark or "Save" button to confirm the change. It takes effect right away on all your devices and is visible to anyone who visits your profile.

Rules for your new username

Your username must be between 3 and 30 characters long. You can use letters (uppercase and lowercase), numbers, and underscores. You cannot use spaces, special characters like hyphens or periods, or emoji.

Spotify does not allow usernames that are only numbers, and it blocks some words that violate its terms of service. If you try a name and it gets rejected, the app or website will tell you why — usually because it is taken or contains blocked characters. This feedback helps you understand what to adjust before trying again.

What stays the same when you change your username

Your playlists, followers, and all your saved music stay with your account. People who follow you will still see your playlists and activity. Your listening history and recommendations do not change. The only thing that changes is the name people see when they look at your profile.

If you have shared a link to your profile with someone, that link still works after you change your username. Spotify keeps the link active even though the name on the profile is different. This means old profile links you sent to friends remain valid and functional.

What happens to your old username

Once you change your username, the old one is released back into the pool of available names. Someone else can claim it when ready. If you think you might want to use that name again later, you should not change your username — there is no way to reserve an old name or get it back.

This is why some people create a new account if they want to keep their original username. It is not the best solution, but it is the only way to hold onto a name you might want to use again in the future.

The 30-day waiting period between changes

After you change your username, you have to wait 30 days before you can change it again. This limit applies to every account, and there is no way around it. Spotify enforces this to prevent spam and account abuse.

If you make a mistake with your new username, you have to live with it for a month. This is why it is worth taking a few seconds to make sure the name you choose is one you actually want to keep for at least that long.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does changing my username affect my Spotify password or login?

No. Your username and your login email are separate. You log in with your email address, not your username. Changing your username does not change your password or how you sign in.

Can I change my username if I have a Spotify Family plan?

Yes. Each person on a Family plan has their own account and can change their own username independently. The change only affects that person's profile and does not impact other family members.

What if the username I want is taken?

Try a variation — add numbers, an underscore, or a short word. Spotify shows you when ready whether a name is available, so you can test different options until you find one that works.

Can I use my old username again after 30 days?

Only if no one else has claimed it in the meantime. Once you release a username, anyone can take it. If someone else grabbed it, you cannot use it again unless they change theirs.