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 23 days. The change takes effect when ready once you submit it, and your old username becomes available for someone else to claim.
The process itself takes about two minutes. 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 email address, password, and all your playlists, followers, and saved songs remain unchanged. Only the display name that appears to other users gets updated.
Key Takeaways
- You can change your Spotify username once every 30 days through your account settings on the web or mobile app.
- The change takes effect when ready, and your old username becomes available for others to use.
- Your playlists, followers, saved songs, and email address do not change when you update your username.
- If you have not changed your username before, you may see the option to change it right away without waiting.
- Usernames must be between 3 and 30 characters and can include letters, numbers, and underscores.
How to change your username on the web
Log into your Spotify account at spotify.com and click your profile icon in the top right corner. Select "Profile" from the dropdown menu. On your profile page, look for the "Edit profile" button and click it. You should now see a field labeled "Username" — this is where you enter your new name.
Type your new username into that field. Spotify will tell you when ready if the name is already taken or if it breaks the rules (too short, too long, or contains characters that are not allowed). Once you have entered a valid name, click "Save" and the change is complete. You will see your new username appear on your profile right away.
How to change your username on mobile
Open the Spotify app on your phone and tap your profile icon at the bottom right of the screen. Tap "Profile" to open your profile page. Look for the "Edit profile" option — on most phones this appears as a pencil icon or an "Edit" button near the top of your profile.
Tap the username field and type your new name. The app will show you whether the name is available or if there is a problem with it. Once you have entered a valid username, tap the checkmark or "Done" button to save the change. The update happens when ready, and you will see your new username on your profile.
Rules for choosing a new username
Spotify usernames 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 emojis. If you try to use a character that is not allowed, Spotify will show an error message and prevent you from saving.
The username you choose must not already be in use by another account. If someone else has claimed the name you want, you will see a message saying the username is taken. Usernames are case-insensitive, meaning "JamesRodriguez" and "jamesrodriguez" are treated as the same name.
What happens to your old username
When you change your username, your old one is released back into the pool of available names. This means someone else can claim it when ready after you change yours. If you are worried about someone taking your old username, change it to something you do not mind others using, or choose a new name that is unlikely to appeal to other people.
Your old username does not stay reserved for you, and Spotify does not hold it. If you change your mind and want to go back to your previous username, you will have to wait until someone else claims it and then releases it — which may never happen. Think through your new username before you submit the change.
Why you might see a longer wait time
Most accounts can change their username once every 30 days. However, if you have never changed your username before, you may be able to change it without waiting. Some accounts also see longer wait times if they have changed their username multiple times in a short period, though Spotify does not publish the exact rules for when this happens.
If you see a message saying you cannot change your username yet, check the date of your last change. Spotify will tell you when you are may be able to access to change it again. There is no way to bypass this waiting period or to contact support to have it shortened.
What does not change when you update your username
Changing your username does not affect any of the following: your email address, your password, your saved songs, your playlists, your followers, or the people you follow. Anyone who was following you before the change will still be following you after. Your listening history and recommendations stay the same. Spotify does not send notifications to your followers telling them your username has changed.
If you have shared a link to your profile with someone, that link will still work after you change your username. Spotify profile links are based on your account ID, not your username, so old links do not break when you make a change.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I change my username more than once every 30 days?
No. Spotify enforces a 30-day waiting period between username changes. If you have already changed your username, you must wait 30 days from that date before you can change it again. There is no way to shorten this wait time.
What if the username I want is already taken?
You will need to choose a different name. Spotify shows you when ready whether a username is available. Try adding numbers or underscores to make your preferred name unique, or pick a different name altogether.
Will my followers see my new username right away?
Yes. Your new username appears on your profile when ready after you save the change. Your followers will see the new name the next time they visit your profile, but Spotify does not send them a notification about the change.
Can I change my username back to what it was before?
Only if no one else has claimed it in the meantime. Since your old username becomes available to others as soon as you change it, someone may have already taken it. If they have not, you can change back to it after waiting 30 days from your most recent change.
Does changing my username affect my Spotify subscription or payment method?
No. Your subscription, payment method, and billing information remain exactly the same. Changing your username is purely a display change and does not touch any account settings related to your subscription or payment.