Where to find your username setting

Your Spotify username lives in your account settings, not in your profile. Open Spotify on any device, go to your profile picture in the top right corner, and select Account. On the web, this takes you directly to your account page. On mobile, you'll see a menu — tap Settings and privacy, then scroll down to find Account.

Once you're in Account, look for the section labeled Username. This is different from your display name (the name that shows on your profile). Your username is what people use to find you, what appears in your Spotify URL, and what shows up when you share playlists or follow friends.

Key Takeaways

  • Your username is in Account settings, separate from your display name, and you can change it once every 30 days.
  • The new username must be between 3 and 30 characters, contain only letters, numbers, and underscores, and cannot already be taken by another account.
  • Changing your username updates your Spotify URL and the name that appears when you share playlists, but does not affect your password or login email.
  • If your desired username is taken, you can add numbers or underscores to make it unique, or wait to see if the other account becomes inactive.

The rules for choosing a new username

Spotify enforces specific rules about what characters and length your username can have. Your new username must be between 3 and 30 characters long. You can use letters (uppercase and lowercase), numbers, and underscores only — no spaces, hyphens, periods, or special characters.

The username you choose cannot already be in use by another Spotify account. If you try to save a username that's taken, Spotify will tell you when ready and ask you to pick something else. Usernames are case-insensitive, so "JamesRod" and "jamesrod" are treated as the same username.

How to enter and save your new username

In the Username section of your Account page, you'll see your current username in a text field. Click or tap on that field to edit it. Delete the old username and type in your new one. As you type, Spotify checks whether the name is available — if it's taken, you'll see a message saying so.

Once you've entered a username that's available, click or tap the Save button. Spotify will confirm the change. Your new username takes effect when ready, and your Spotify URL updates to reflect it. If you share your profile link with friends, they'll see your new username right away.

The 30-day waiting period between changes

After you change your username, you cannot change it again for 30 days. This limit applies whether you change it once or multiple times — each change resets the 30-day clock. If you try to change your username before 30 days have passed since your last change, Spotify will show you a message telling you when you can change it next.

Plan your username change carefully if you know you might want to adjust it soon. If you make a mistake, you'll need to wait the full 30 days before you can fix it.

What changes and what stays the same

When you change your username, your Spotify URL changes to match. If someone had bookmarked or shared your old profile link, that link will no longer work — they'll need to search for you by your new username or use a fresh link from your updated profile. Your display name (the name shown on your profile) does not have to match your username and is separate from it.

Your password, login email, and all your playlists, followers, and saved music remain exactly the same. You still log in with the same email address you've always used. Your followers don't automatically see a notification that you changed your username, but they can still find you by searching for your new one.

If your desired username is already taken

When a username is taken, you have a few options. The simplest is to modify it slightly — add numbers at the end, use underscores between words, or combine your name with a year or number that's meaningful to you. For example, if "jamesrod" is taken, you might try "jamesrod23" or "james_rod".

Another option is to wait. Spotify does not delete inactive accounts automatically, but very old accounts that have never been used sometimes become available. This is rare and unpredictable, so it's not a reliable strategy. Your best bet is to choose a variation that you're happy with and move forward.

Troubleshooting common problems

If you see an error message when you try to save your new username, check that it meets Spotify's requirements: 3 to 30 characters, letters and numbers and underscores only, and not already in use. If the username is available but the save button isn't working, try refreshing the page or logging out and back in.

If you're on mobile and the username field won't let you edit it, make sure you're in the Account section, not the Profile section. On some older versions of the Spotify app, you may need to update to the latest version to change your username. If you're still stuck, you can change your username from the web version at spotify.com by logging in and going to Account settings.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Yes, but only after 30 days have passed since you changed it the first time. If you change your username and then want to switch back, you'll need to wait the full 30-day period. After that, you can set it to anything available, including your old username.

Does changing my username affect my Spotify password?

No. Your password stays the same, and you continue to log in with your email address. Changing your username does not reset your password or require you to log in again.

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

Yes. Your friends can search for you by your new username and find your profile. Old links to your profile will not work, but they can search for your new username or your display name to locate you.

What happens to playlists I shared with my old username?

Playlists you created stay on your account and are still yours. If you shared a playlist link that included your old username in the URL, that link will no longer work. You'll need to share the updated link from your profile, which will include your new username.

Can I use spaces or special characters in my username?

No. Spotify usernames can only contain letters, numbers, and underscores. Spaces, hyphens, periods, and other special characters are not allowed. If you want to separate words, use an underscore instead.