You can change your Spotify username through your account settings on the web or mobile app

Spotify lets you change the username you chose when you signed up, though the process differs slightly depending on whether you created a Spotify account directly or signed up through Facebook, Apple, or Google. If you signed up with your email, you can change your username anytime from your account settings. If you used a social login, you may not have a separate Spotify username to change — instead, your display name comes from that social account.

The change takes effect when ready across all your devices and is visible to anyone who follows you or sees your playlists. Your old username stops working, so anyone with a link to your old profile will see a "user not found" message.

Key Takeaways

  • You can only change your username if you created a Spotify account with an email address; social logins (Facebook, Apple, Google) do not have a separate username to change.
  • The username change happens when ready and affects your profile across all devices and all platforms where Spotify is installed.
  • Your old username becomes unavailable when ready, so anyone with a direct link to your old profile will see an error.
  • Usernames must be between 3 and 30 characters, contain only letters, numbers, and underscores, and cannot start with a number.

How to change your username on the web

Open Spotify in a web browser and log in to 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 and profile picture. Click it to enter edit mode. Find the username field, clear the current name, and type your new username. Spotify will tell you when ready if the name is already taken or breaks the naming rules. Once you enter a valid username, click "Save" or "Done" to confirm the change.

How to change your username on mobile

Open the Spotify app on your phone and tap the home icon at the bottom. Tap your profile icon in the top right corner, then tap "Profile" or "Account Settings." On Android, look for the pencil icon next to your username to enter edit mode. On iPhone, tap "Edit profile" if that option appears.

Type your new username in the field, check that it meets Spotify's rules, and tap "Save" or "Done." The change syncs to all your other devices within a few seconds. If you do not see an edit option on mobile, use the web version instead — some accounts show the edit feature only there.

Username rules and what happens if your choice is taken

Spotify usernames must be 3 to 30 characters long and can contain only letters (a–z, A–Z), numbers (0–9), and underscores. They cannot start with a number. Spaces and special characters like hyphens, periods, or @ symbols are not allowed.

If the username you want is already taken, Spotify shows an error message and suggests alternatives or lets you try a different name. You cannot reserve a username or join a waitlist for one — you must choose a different available name. If you want a specific name badly, you can try adding numbers or underscores to make it unique, like "username_2024" or "user_name_1".

What to do if you signed up with Facebook, Apple, or Google

If you created your Spotify account by signing in with Facebook, Apple ID, or Google, you do not have a separate Spotify username. Instead, your display name comes directly from that social account. Changing your Spotify display name means changing the name in your Facebook, Apple, or Google account — Spotify pulls the name from there automatically.

To change how you appear on Spotify, log into the social account you used to sign up, edit your name there, and the change will show on Spotify within a few minutes. If you want a Spotify-specific username separate from your social account name, you would need to create a new Spotify account with an email address instead.

How your username change affects your profile and playlists

When you change your username, your profile URL changes too. Anyone who bookmarked or shared your old profile link will see a "user not found" error. Your playlists, followers, and saved songs stay with your account — only the web address changes. People who follow you will still see your new username and profile without any action on their part.

If you have shared playlists with others or collaborated on playlists, those connections remain active. Your followers do not need to re-follow you. The only people affected are those trying to reach you through an old direct link to your profile.

Troubleshooting common username change problems

If you see "username already taken" but you are sure it is not in use, wait a few minutes and try again — sometimes a username is reserved but not yet active. If the edit button does not appear on mobile, switch to the web version at spotify.com, which always has the full edit feature available.

If your username change is not showing up on one device, log out of the Spotify app, close it completely, and log back in. This forces the app to sync your account information. If you are still having trouble, check that you are logged into the correct account — some people have multiple Spotify accounts without realizing it.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

No, once you change your username, the old one becomes available for someone else to claim. If you want to use it again, you would need to wait for it to be released and then claim it before anyone else does. It is a good idea to think through your new username before confirming the change.

How often can I change my username?

Spotify does not limit how often you can change your username. You can change it as many times as you want, though each change makes your old username available to others. There is no waiting period between changes.

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

Yes, if they follow you or have you in their contacts, they will see your new username automatically. Direct links to your old profile will not work, but searching for your new username or finding you through your followers list will work fine.

What if I want a username with spaces or special characters?

Spotify only allows letters, numbers, and underscores. If you want a space between words, use an underscore instead — for example, "my_username" instead of "my username". Hyphens, periods, and other symbols are not supported.

Can I change my username if I use Spotify Family?

Yes, each person in a Spotify Family plan has their own account and can change their username independently. Changes to one account do not affect other family members' usernames or profiles.