You can change your Spotify username directly in the app or on the web, but only once every 30 days

Spotify lets you change the username you display to other users, but the process differs slightly depending on whether you use the mobile app or desktop. The change takes effect when ready, and your old username becomes available for someone else to claim after a short delay. You cannot change the email address tied to your account through the same menu — that requires a separate process on Spotify's account page.

The 30-day waiting period between changes is a hard limit. If you change your username today, you cannot change it again for 30 days, even if you made a typo. Plan your new username carefully before you submit it.

Key Takeaways

  • Open your account settings in the Spotify app or at spotify.com, then find the "Edit profile" or "Profile" section to change your display name.
  • Your new username must be between 1 and 30 characters and can include letters, numbers, underscores, and hyphens, but not spaces or special characters.
  • Spotify enforces a 30-day waiting period between username changes, so you cannot change it again for a month after you submit a new one.
  • Changing your username does not affect your playlists, saved songs, followers, or any other account data — only your display name changes.

How to change your username on the Spotify mobile app

Open the Spotify app and tap the profile icon in the bottom right corner. This takes you to your profile page. Tap "Edit profile" at the top of the screen.

You will see a field with your current username. Tap it, delete the old name, and type your new username. Spotify will tell you when ready if the name is already taken or contains characters it does not allow. Once you enter a username that works, tap the checkmark or "Done" button to save it. The change appears on your profile right away.

How to change your username on the Spotify web player

Go to spotify.com and log in. Click your profile icon in the top right corner, then select "Profile" from the dropdown menu. This opens your public profile page.

Click the "Edit profile" button. You will see your username in an editable field. Clear the old name and type your new one. Spotify checks in real time whether the name is available. Once you have entered a valid username, click "Save" to confirm the change.

What characters and rules explore to usernames

Spotify usernames can be 1 to 30 characters long. You can use letters (uppercase and lowercase), numbers, underscores, and hyphens. You cannot use spaces, periods, or special characters like @, #, $, or &. If you try to use a forbidden character, Spotify will highlight it and prevent you from saving.

Usernames are not case-sensitive, so "JohnDoe" and "johndoe" are treated as the same name. If someone else has already claimed a username, you cannot use it, even with different capitalization. Spotify does not reserve usernames, so if you change yours, someone else can claim your old one after a brief delay.

The 30-day waiting period and what happens if you change your mind

After you change your username, you must wait 30 days before you can change it again. This timer starts the moment you save your new username, not when you first tried to change it. There is no way to reset this timer or request an exception.

If you realize you made a mistake when ready after changing your username, you have no way to undo it within Spotify itself. Your only option is to wait 30 days and then change it to something else. For this reason, double-check your new username before you tap "Save" or click "Done."

How changing your username affects the rest of your account

Changing your username changes only the name that appears on your profile and in playlists you create. It does not affect your email address, password, or any other login credentials. Your followers, following list, saved songs, playlists, and listening history all remain exactly the same.

If you shared a link to your profile with someone, that link still works after you change your username. Spotify profile links are based on a permanent user ID behind the scenes, not your display name. Anyone who follows you will see your new username on their following list, but they will not lose the follow.

If your desired username is already taken

Spotify will tell you when ready if someone else has claimed the username you want. When you type it into the edit field, Spotify checks availability in real time and shows a message if the name is unavailable.

If the name you want is taken, you have a few options: add numbers to the end (like "username123"), use an underscore or hyphen to separate words (like "user_name" or "user-name"), or choose a different name altogether. There is no waitlist or way to reserve a username — it is first-come, first-served.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my username more than once a month?

No. Spotify enforces a strict 30-day waiting period between username changes. You cannot change it again until 30 days have passed since your last change, and there is no way to request an exception or speed up the timer.

Does changing my username affect my Spotify Wrapped or listening stats?

No. Your listening history, saved songs, playlists, and all statistics tied to your account remain unchanged. Only the name displayed on your profile changes.

What if I forgot my current username?

Go to your profile page in the Spotify app or at spotify.com. Your current username is displayed at the top of your profile. If you are logged in, you can see it there even if you do not remember it.

Can I use spaces or special characters in my username?

No. Spotify only allows letters, numbers, underscores, and hyphens. Spaces, periods, and special characters like @, #, or $ are not permitted. If you try to use one, Spotify will prevent you from saving.

If I change my username, can someone else take my old one?

Yes. After you change your username, your old one becomes available for someone else to claim after a short delay. If you want to keep it reserved, do not change your username.