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

Spotify lets you edit your username through your account settings on any device — phone, tablet, or computer. The process takes about two minutes. The catch: you can only change it once per month, so choose carefully before you hit save.

Your username is what other people see when they look at your profile or when you share playlists. It is separate from your display name, which you can change as often as you want. If you have already changed your username recently, you will see a countdown timer telling you when you can change it again.

Key Takeaways

  • You can change your username once every 30 days through account settings on the Spotify app or website.
  • Your username is different from your display name — the display name can be changed anytime, but the username has the 30-day limit.
  • On mobile, go to Home, tap your profile icon, select Account, then Edit Profile to find the username field.
  • On the web, log in at spotify.com, click your profile icon in the top right, choose Account, and look for the username field under Profile.

Changing your username on the Spotify mobile app

Open Spotify and tap the Home icon at the bottom of the screen. In the top right corner, tap your profile icon — it usually shows your current profile picture or a generic user image. Tap Account from the menu that appears.

On the Account page, look for Edit Profile near the top. Tap it. You will see your username field with your current name. Tap the field, delete the old username, and type your new one. Usernames can contain letters, numbers, and underscores, but no spaces or special characters. Once you have entered the new username, tap Save or Confirm (the button name varies slightly by device and Spotify version).

If you see a message saying you cannot change your username yet, you have already changed it within the last 30 days. The message will tell you the exact date you can change it again.

Changing your username on the Spotify website

Go to spotify.com and log in with your email and password. Click your profile icon in the top right corner of the page — it looks like a circle with your picture or initials inside. From the dropdown menu, select Account.

On your Account page, click Edit Profile. You will see your username field. Click on it, clear the current username, and type your new one. Remember that usernames cannot contain spaces or most special characters — stick to letters, numbers, and underscores. Click Save when you are done.

If the Save button is grayed out or you see an error message, the username you chose may already be taken or may contain invalid characters. Try a different combination and try again.

What happens if your chosen username is already taken

Spotify will tell you when ready if someone else is already using the username you want. The error message will appear as soon as you try to save. You will need to choose a different username — you cannot reserve a name or join a waitlist for one.

If you are trying to claim a username that is very close to what you want, try adding numbers or underscores. For example, if "jane_smith" is taken, you might use "jane_smith42" or "jane_smith_" instead. Spotify does not prevent similar usernames, so multiple people can have very similar names as long as they are not identical.

The difference between username and display name

Your username is your permanent identifier on Spotify — it appears in your profile URL and is what people see when they search for you or view your public profile. Your display name is what shows up next to your playlists and activity. You can change your display name as many times as you want, but your username is limited to once per 30 days.

If you only want to change how your name appears on playlists and activity, edit your display name instead. Go to the same Edit Profile page and look for the Display Name field — it is usually separate from the username field. Changes to your display name take effect when ready.

Troubleshooting common username change problems

If you cannot find the Edit Profile option, make sure you are logged into the account you want to edit. If you are using a free Spotify account, you still have full access to change your username — there is no restriction based on account type. Log out and log back in if the option does not appear.

If you see a message that your username contains invalid characters, remove any spaces, hyphens, or symbols other than underscores. Spotify usernames are quite restrictive — letters, numbers, and underscores only. If you are copying and pasting a username from somewhere else, check for hidden spaces at the beginning or end.

If you changed your username very recently and want to change it again, you must wait until the 30-day period is over. There is no way to override this limit or change it more frequently. Mark the date on your calendar so you know when you can make another change.

Why Spotify limits username changes to once per month

The 30-day limit exists to prevent abuse and keep usernames stable. If people could change their usernames constantly, it would be straightforward to impersonate others or confuse people who follow you. The limit also reduces the load on Spotify's servers — updating usernames across playlists, followers, and activity logs takes processing power.

This restriction is standard across most social platforms. It balances user freedom with system stability and security. If you regret a username change, you have to live with it for a month before you can try again, so take a moment to think through your choice before you save.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my username if I have a Spotify Family plan?

Yes. Each account on a Family plan has its own username and can change it independently. The 30-day limit applies to each account separately, so one family member changing their username does not affect when another member can change theirs.

What happens to my old username after I change it?

Your old username becomes available for someone else to use after you change it. If you think you might want it back later, you cannot reserve it — someone else could claim it. Choose your new username with the understanding that the old one is gone.

Does changing my username affect my playlists or followers?

No. Your playlists stay with your account, and your followers remain followers. Your profile URL will change to reflect your new username, but anyone who follows you will still see your activity and playlists. Old links to your profile using your previous username may stop working.

Can I use special characters like @ or # in my username?

No. Spotify only allows letters (a–z, A–Z), numbers (0–9), and underscores (_). No spaces, hyphens, periods, or other symbols are permitted. If you try to use them, Spotify will reject the username and ask you to try again.

What if I forgot my current username?

Go to your Account page and look at the Edit Profile section — your current username will be displayed there. You can also see it on your public profile by visiting spotify.com and logging in, then clicking your profile icon and selecting View Profile.