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

Spotify lets you change the username on your account, but the platform enforces a 30-day waiting period between changes. This means if you changed your username last week, you cannot change it again for another three weeks. The change takes effect when ready once you submit it, and your old username becomes available for someone else to claim after a few hours.

The process itself takes about two minutes and happens entirely within the Spotify app or website. You do not need to contact Spotify support or wait for approval — the system processes the change right away. However, there are a few things that stay the same: your saved playlists, followers, and listening history all remain attached to your account regardless of what username you choose.

Key Takeaways

  • You can change your username once every 30 days through your account settings on either the Spotify app or website.
  • The new username takes effect when ready, but you must wait 30 days before making another change.
  • Your playlists, followers, and listening history stay with your account no matter what username you pick.
  • Usernames must be between 3 and 30 characters and can include letters, numbers, and underscores only.
  • If someone else has already claimed the username you want, you will need to choose a different one.

Where to find the username change option

On the Spotify app for phone or tablet, open the app and tap your profile icon in the bottom right corner. Select "Profile" from the menu that appears. Scroll down until you see "Username" listed with your current name next to it, then tap on it to edit.

On the Spotify website, log in and click your profile icon in the top right corner. Choose "Account" from the dropdown menu. Under the "Profile" section, you will see your username listed. Click the edit icon (a pencil) next to your username to make changes. Both routes lead to the same editing screen where you type in your new name.

What usernames Spotify will and will not accept

Your new username must be between 3 and 30 characters long. Spotify only allows letters (a–z, A–Z), numbers (0–9), and underscores (_). You cannot use spaces, hyphens, periods, or special characters like @ or #. The system will reject your entry when ready if you try to use anything outside these rules.

Spotify also checks whether the username is already taken. If someone else has claimed the name you want, the system will tell you it is unavailable and you will need to pick something different. Usernames are not case-sensitive, so "JohnSmith" and "johnsmith" are treated as the same name. Once you submit a new username, it becomes active right away, and your old one opens up for others to use within a few hours.

The 30-day waiting period between changes

After you change your username, Spotify locks you out of making another change for exactly 30 days. This rule applies whether you changed it intentionally or had to correct a typo. If you made a mistake, you will have to wait the full 30 days before you can fix it, so double-check your spelling before you confirm the change.

The 30-day timer starts the moment you submit your new username, not when you first opened the settings screen. If you change your username on a Monday at 3 p.m., you cannot change it again until the following Monday at 3 p.m. Spotify does not offer exceptions to this rule, even if you contact support.

What stays the same when you change your username

Your account itself does not change at all. All your playlists — both the ones you created and the ones you saved from others — remain exactly where they are. Any followers you had before the change will still be following you after, and they will see your new username on your profile. Your listening history, saved songs, and recommendations all stay attached to your account.

People who have your profile link saved will still be able to access your profile even after you change your username. Spotify uses an internal account ID to track you, not your username, so the link does not break. However, if someone tries to search for you by your old username, they will not find you — they will need to search for your new name or use your profile link.

Troubleshooting when the change does not work

If you see an error message when you try to save your new username, the most common reason is that someone else has already claimed it. Try a slightly different version — add a number at the end, use an underscore, or pick a different name altogether. The system will tell you when ready if the name is taken, so you can try again without waiting.

If the change button is greyed out or not responding, you may still be within the 30-day waiting period from your last change. Log out of Spotify completely and log back in to refresh your account status. If the button is still greyed out after that, wait a few hours and try again — sometimes the system needs time to update. If you have tried multiple times and nothing works, you can contact Spotify support through the Help section in your account settings, though they cannot override the 30-day rule.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my username back to what it was before?

Yes, but you still have to wait 30 days between changes. If you changed from "OldName" to "NewName" today, you cannot switch back to "OldName" until 30 days have passed. However, someone else might claim "OldName" during that time, so you may not be able to get it back even after the waiting period ends.

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

No. Your listening history, statistics, and Wrapped data are all tied to your account, not your username. Everything you have listened to stays on your account and shows up in your year-end Wrapped no matter what username you use.

What if I share a family plan — does my username change affect other people on the plan?

No. Each person on a family plan has their own separate account and username. When you change yours, it only affects your profile and does not change anyone else's username or account settings.

Can I use special characters or spaces in my username?

No. Spotify only allows letters, numbers, and underscores. Spaces, hyphens, periods, and symbols like @ or # will be rejected. If you want to separate words, use underscores instead — for example, "john_smith" instead of "john smith".

How long does it take for my new username to show up everywhere on Spotify?

Your new username appears on your profile when ready after you save it. It will show up in search results, on your playlists, and on your followers' feeds within a few minutes. There is no delay — the change is live as soon as you confirm it.