The fastest way to change your username

You can change your Spotify username through your account settings on the web or in the mobile app. The process takes about two minutes and takes effect when ready — your old username becomes available for someone else to claim within a few hours.

Spotify does not limit how many times you can change your username, so you can update it as often as you want. However, there is a waiting period between changes: you must wait 30 days after your last change before you can pick a new one.

Key Takeaways

  • You change your username in account settings under "Profile" on the web, or under "Settings and Privacy" in the mobile app.
  • Your new username takes effect right away, but your old one becomes available to others within a few hours.
  • You must wait 30 days between username changes, so choose carefully if you have changed it recently.
  • Your username is different from your display name — changing one does not change the other.
  • If your desired username is taken, you will see that message when you try to save, and you will need to pick something else.

Changing your username on the web

Go to spotify.com and sign in to your account. Click your profile icon in the top right corner and select Profile from the dropdown menu.

On your profile page, look for the Username field. Click the pencil icon next to it to edit. Type your new username — it can be 1 to 30 characters and can include letters, numbers, and underscores. Click Save when you are done.

If the username is already taken, Spotify will show an error message. You will need to try a different one. Once you save successfully, the change is live when ready.

Changing your username in the mobile app

Open Spotify on your phone or tablet and tap the Home icon at the bottom. Tap your profile icon in the top right corner, then select Settings and Privacy.

Scroll down and tap Profile. Find the Username field and tap it to edit. Type your new username using the same rules as the web version — 1 to 30 characters, letters, numbers, and underscores only. Tap Save or Done depending on your device.

The app will confirm the change when ready. If you see an error that the username is taken, go back and try a different one.

The difference between username and display name

Your username is what appears in your Spotify URL and in search results when other people look for you. Your display name is what shows up on your profile and next to your activity in playlists and listening history. They are separate fields and changing one does not affect the other.

If you want to change your display name instead — the name that appears to friends — you can do that in the same Profile section. Look for the Name field, which is different from Username. You can change your display name as many times as you want with no waiting period.

What happens to your old username

When you change your username, your old one becomes available for someone else to use within a few hours. If you had a profile URL like spotify.com/user/oldusername, that link will no longer work. Anyone who had it bookmarked or shared will see an error.

Your playlists, saved songs, and followers stay with your account — they are tied to your account ID, not your username. Friends who follow you will still see your activity even though your username changed.

Troubleshooting username changes

If you see a message that you cannot change your username yet, you have likely changed it within the last 30 days. You will need to wait until that period is over. Spotify counts 30 days from the date of your last change, not from the calendar month.

If the username you want is taken, try adding numbers or underscores to make it unique. Usernames are case-insensitive, so JamesRodriguez and jamesrodriguez are treated as the same username. If you see a message that your username contains invalid characters, remove any spaces, hyphens, or special symbols — only letters, numbers, and underscores are allowed.

If you are having trouble accessing your account settings, make sure you are signed in. If you are on the mobile app and cannot find the Username field, update the app to the latest version — older versions sometimes have different menu layouts.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use my old username again after I change it?

Not when ready. Once you change your username, it becomes available for anyone else to claim within a few hours. If someone takes it, you cannot use it again. If no one claims it, you could theoretically change back to it after your 30-day waiting period, but there is no may provide it will still be free.

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

Yes. Your followers and friends are connected to your account, not your username. They will still see you in their followers list and can still see your activity. However, anyone trying to search for you by your old username will not find you — they will need to search for your new one or your display name.

Can I change my username on a computer but not on my phone?

No. Your username is tied to your account, not to a specific device. When you change it on the web, it changes everywhere — the mobile app, desktop app, and any other device you use. You only need to change it once.

What if I want to change my username but I am not sure what to pick?

Think about what you want other people to search for or remember. Keep it straightforward and avoid numbers that might be hard to type. You can always change it again after 30 days, so do not overthink it. If you want to keep your current username but change how it looks to friends, change your display name instead — that has no waiting period.

Does changing my username affect my Spotify playlists or saved songs?

No. Your playlists, saved songs, followers, and listening history are all tied to your account ID, which never changes. Only your username changes. Everything else stays exactly the same.