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

Spotify lets you change the username you chose when you created your account, but the platform enforces a waiting period between changes. Once you update your username, you must wait 30 days before changing it again. This rule applies whether you change it yourself or Spotify resets it for you.

The change takes effect when ready across your profile, playlists, and any public content you share. Your old username becomes available for someone else to claim after you switch to a new one.

Key Takeaways

  • You can change your Spotify username through your account settings on the web or through the mobile app, and the change happens right away.
  • Spotify enforces a 30-day waiting period between username changes, so plan your new username carefully before you make the switch.
  • Changing your username does not affect your saved music, playlists, or followers — they stay with your account under the new name.
  • Your old username becomes available for other users to claim once you change it, so if you want to reclaim it later, you will need to wait until someone else takes it or until you can change again after 30 days.
  • If you share a profile link with your old username, that link will stop working after you change your username.

How to change your username on desktop

Open Spotify on your computer and log in to your account. Click your profile name or icon in the top right corner of the screen, then select "Account" from the dropdown menu. This takes you to your account page on Spotify's website.

On the account page, look for the "Edit profile" button or link. Click it to enter edit mode. Find the username field — it will show your current username — and type in your new username. Spotify will tell you right away if the name is already taken or if it breaks the platform's rules. Once you enter a username that works, click "Save" or "Confirm" to make the change permanent.

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. Select "Profile" or "Account Settings" depending on your device. Tap "Edit Profile" to open the editing screen.

Find the username field and type your new username. Spotify will show you whether the name is available. Once you have entered a username that Spotify accepts, tap the checkmark or "Save" button to confirm the change. The update takes effect when ready, and you will see your new username on your profile.

What stays the same after you change your username

Your music library, saved songs, and playlists all remain exactly as they were. Followers you had before the change will still follow you under your new username. Any collaborative playlists you created or joined stay linked to your account. Your listening history and recommendations do not change.

Your email address, password, and payment information (if you have a paid subscription) are separate from your username and are not affected by the change. You log in with your email, not your username, so your login credentials stay the same.

What breaks when you change your username

Any direct links to your profile that use your old username will no longer work. If you shared a link like "spotify.com/user/oldusername" with friends or posted it on social media, that link will return an error after you change your username. You will need to share your new profile link instead.

If you have a Spotify code or QR code that points to your profile, it will still work because it uses your account ID, not your username. However, any text-based profile links you shared will need to be updated.

The 30-day waiting period and how it works

After you change your username, Spotify locks you out of making another change for 30 days. This applies even if you want to change it back to your original username. The timer starts the moment you confirm your new username, not when you first try to change it.

If you change your username and then realize you made a mistake, you will have to wait the full 30 days before you can change it again. There is no way to speed up this waiting period or request an exception. Plan your new username carefully before you confirm the change.

Reasons Spotify might reject a username

Spotify will not let you use a username that is already taken by another user. The platform also blocks usernames that contain offensive language, impersonate real people or brands, or violate its terms of service. Usernames must be between 1 and 30 characters and can include letters, numbers, and underscores.

If Spotify rejects your username choice, try a variation — add a number, use an underscore, or shorten it. The error message will usually tell you why the name was rejected, so read it carefully before trying again.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will my friends still see my playlists after I change my username?

Yes, your playlists stay with your account and your followers will still see them under your new username. However, if they have a direct link to your old profile URL, that link will not work anymore. They can find you by searching for your new username or through their followers list.

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

Not when ready. You have to wait 30 days after your most recent change before you can change your username again. After 30 days pass, you can change it back to your old username only if no one else has claimed it in the meantime. If someone else took it, you will have to choose a different name.

Does changing my username affect my Spotify subscription or payment method?

No. Your subscription status and payment information are tied to your email address and account ID, not your username. Changing your username does not change your subscription level, billing cycle, or saved payment methods.

What happens to my old username after I change it?

Your old username becomes available for other Spotify users to claim. If you want to use it again later, you will have to wait until the 30-day period passes and then hope no one else has taken it. There is no way to reserve or hold onto an old username.

Can I change my username if I use Spotify with Facebook or Apple login?

Yes. Your login method does not affect your ability to change your username. Whether you log in with your email, Facebook, or Apple ID, you can still change your username through your account settings the same way.