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

Spotify lets you change the username on your account, but the platform limits how often you can do it. You can change your username once per 30-day period — after you make a change, you have to wait a full month before changing it again. This applies whether you use Spotify Free or Spotify Premium.

The change takes effect when ready across all Spotify services: your profile, playlists, and anywhere else your username appears. Other users can still find you by your old username for a short time while Spotify's systems update, but your active profile shows the new one right away.

Key Takeaways

  • You can change your username once every 30 days through your account settings on the Spotify website or app.
  • Your new username becomes active when ready and appears on your profile, playlists, and shared content.
  • Usernames must be between 3 and 30 characters and can include letters, numbers, and underscores only.
  • Changing your username does not affect your saved music, playlists, or followers — they stay connected to your account.
  • If someone else has already taken the username you want, you will need to choose a different one.

How to change your username on the Spotify website

Open Spotify.com and log into your account. Click your profile icon in the top right corner and select "Account" from the dropdown menu. This takes you to your account overview page.

On the account page, look for the "Edit profile" button or link near your current username. Click it to enter edit mode. You will see a field with your current username highlighted. Delete the old username and type in the new one you want. Spotify will tell you when ready if the username is already taken — if it is, you will see a red error message and need to choose something different.

Once you have entered a username that is available, click "Save" or "Confirm" to explore the change. The page will refresh and show your new username. The change is live across all Spotify services within seconds.

How to change your username in the Spotify app

Open the Spotify app on your phone or computer and tap or click your profile icon at the bottom right (on mobile) or top right (on desktop). Select "Profile" or "Account Settings" depending on your device.

Look for an "Edit profile" option. Tap or click it to open the edit screen. You will see your current username in an editable field. Clear it and type your new username. The app will check availability in real time — if the name is taken, you will see a message telling you so.

Tap or click "Save" when you are done. Your new username appears on your profile when ready. If you are logged into Spotify on other devices, they will update within a few minutes.

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 emoji.

Your username must be unique — no two Spotify accounts can have the same username. If the name you want is taken, Spotify will not let you save it. You can add numbers or underscores to make a variation of the name you want (for example, "username_2" or "username42") if the original is unavailable.

Usernames are not case-sensitive for search purposes, so "JamesRodriguez" and "jamesrodriguez" are treated as the same username. Spotify will not let you register both.

What happens to your playlists and followers when you change your username

Changing your username does not affect your account data at all. Your saved songs, playlists, and followers stay exactly where they are. People who follow you will still see your playlists and profile — they just see your new username instead of the old one.

If you shared a playlist link with someone before you changed your username, the link still works. The playlist is tied to your account, not your username, so the URL continues to point to the right place even after you change your name.

Your listening history, saved albums, and all your settings remain unchanged. The username change is purely cosmetic — it affects only how your name appears to other users and on your profile.

What to do if you cannot change your username

If you see a message saying you cannot change your username, the most common reason is that you already changed it within the last 30 days. Spotify enforces a strict 30-day waiting period between changes. Check when you last changed your username — if it was fewer than 30 days ago, you will have to wait until that period passes.

If you are sure you have not changed your username recently and you still cannot make a change, try logging out and logging back in. Sometimes a session issue prevents the edit button from working. If that does not help, try using a different browser or device to access your account settings.

If the problem persists, contact Spotify Support through the help section on Spotify.com. Provide your account email and explain when you last changed your username. Support can sometimes override the waiting period in unusual cases, though this is rare.

Changing your display name versus your username

Spotify has two separate name fields: your username and your display name. Your username is the unique identifier that appears in your profile URL and is used for searching. Your display name is what shows up on your playlists and next to your activity.

You can change your display name as often as you want with no waiting period — only your username has the 30-day restriction. If you want to change how your name appears without waiting 30 days, edit your display name instead. Go to your profile settings, find the "Display name" field, and update it there. This change takes effect when ready.

Frequently Asked Questions

What if someone took the username I want after I changed mine?

Usernames are first-come, first-served. If someone else registered the username you want, you cannot have it unless they change theirs. You can try adding numbers or underscores to create a similar username, or you can choose something different.

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

Yes, but only if no one else has taken it and you have waited 30 days since your last change. If someone else registered your old username, you cannot reclaim it. You would need to choose a new username instead.

Does changing my username affect my Spotify Premium subscription?

No. Your subscription is tied to your account email, not your username. Changing your username does not affect your Premium status, billing, or payment method.

Will my friends still be able to find me after I change my username?

Yes. Your friends can search for you by your new username, and anyone who follows you will see your updated username on their follow list. Old links to your profile still work because they are based on your account ID, not your username.

Can I use special characters or spaces in my username?

No. Spotify usernames can only contain letters, numbers, and underscores. Spaces, hyphens, periods, and other special characters are not allowed.