You cannot change your Spotify artist username directly through Spotify's settings
Spotify does not offer a built-in tool to rename an artist profile once it exists. If you created an artist profile and now want a different name, you have two paths: request a merge with a new artist profile, or contact Spotify's artist support team to ask for a manual change. The merge route works if you have already created a second artist profile under the name you want. The support route is slower but works if you have not yet created an alternative profile.
Your artist profile name is different from your personal account username. Your personal account username (the one you use to log in) can be changed in account settings, but that does not change your artist profile name. Many artists confuse these two because they often match at the start, but they are separate things in Spotify's system.
Key Takeaways
- Spotify artist profiles cannot be renamed through the app or website — you must either merge profiles or contact support.
- If you have already created a new artist profile with your desired name, you can request a merge through Spotify for Artists.
- If you have not created an alternative profile yet, contact Spotify's artist support team directly to request a name change.
- The merge process is faster than waiting for support, but both routes can take several weeks.
- Your personal Spotify account username and your artist profile name are separate and require different steps to change.
Merging two artist profiles if you have already created a new one
If you have created a second artist profile under the name you want to use, you can request to merge the old profile into the new one. This keeps all your streams, followers, and history on the new profile. Go to Spotify for Artists (artists.spotify.com), log in with your account, and select the artist profile you want to keep. Look for a settings or help option that mentions merging or combining profiles.
You will need the Spotify URI or artist ID of both profiles — the one you want to keep and the one you want to merge away. The URI is a string of numbers and letters that uniquely identifies each artist in Spotify's system. You can find it by opening each artist profile on Spotify, clicking the three dots, and selecting "Share" or "Copy Artist Link." The URI appears in that link as a long code after "artist/".
Submit the merge request through Spotify for Artists' support form. Spotify will review the request to confirm both profiles belong to you and that you are not trying to merge unrelated artists. This verification can take two to four weeks. Once approved, the old profile disappears and all its data moves to the new profile.
Contacting Spotify artist support for a direct name change
If you have not created a new artist profile yet and want Spotify to change your existing profile name, go to Spotify for Artists and sign in. Look for a "Help" or "Contact Support" link, usually at the bottom of the page or in account settings. Select the option for artist profile issues or account changes.
Explain clearly that you want to change your artist profile name and provide the current name and the new name you want. Spotify may ask you to verify that you own the profile by providing information like your email address, the date you created it, or recent streaming data. They may also ask why you want to change it, though this is usually just to confirm the request is legitimate.
Support responses typically take three to six weeks. Spotify receives many requests and prioritizes them based on account age and verification difficulty. If your profile is very new or has very few followers, your request may take longer because Spotify wants to be certain you are the real owner before making changes.
Why Spotify limits artist name changes
Spotify restricts artist profile renames to prevent fraud and protect listener history. If artist names could change when ready and without verification, someone could take over a popular artist's profile, change the name, and redirect all the followers and streams to a different artist. By requiring either a merge or manual support review, Spotify ensures that profile changes are intentional and legitimate.
This also protects listeners who follow an artist. If a profile name changed without warning, followers might not realize they are listening to a different artist. The slower process means that when a name does change, it is usually because the artist themselves requested it and Spotify confirmed their identity.
Changing your personal Spotify account username instead
If you want to change the username you use to log into Spotify (not your artist profile name), that is a separate process. Open Spotify on any device, go to your account settings, and look for "Profile" or "Account." You should see your current username listed. Click "Edit Profile" or a pencil icon next to your username.
Enter your new username and save the change. Spotify will tell you when ready if the username is already taken. Your new username takes effect right away, but it does not change your artist profile name. Your artist profile name remains whatever it was set to, and your personal account username can be completely different.
What to do if Spotify denies your request
If Spotify's support team denies your name change request, they will usually explain why in their response. Common reasons include being unable to verify you own the profile, the profile being too old to change without a merge, or the new name already being in use by another artist profile.
If verification is the issue, reply to the support email with additional proof of ownership — screenshots of your uploads, email confirmations from when you created the profile, or documentation of recent activity. If the new name is taken, you can ask if the other artist profile is active. Sometimes Spotify will help resolve conflicts if one profile is abandoned.
If the request is denied and you cannot resolve it through support, creating a new artist profile under your desired name and requesting a merge is your most reliable option. This takes longer overall but avoids the back-and-forth with support.
How to avoid needing a name change later
When you first create an artist profile on Spotify, choose a name you plan to keep. Artist profiles are permanent once created, and changing them requires either a merge or support intervention. If you are unsure about your artist name, wait to create your profile until you have decided.
If you are just starting out and have not uploaded music yet, you can delete your current artist profile and create a new one with the correct name. Spotify does not have a public delete button, but you can contact support and ask them to remove a profile that has no streams or followers. This is much faster than requesting a name change on an established profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take Spotify to change an artist profile name?
Support requests typically take three to six weeks. Merging two profiles can take two to four weeks. The exact time depends on how busy Spotify's artist support team is and how quickly they can verify you own the profile. Check your email regularly for updates or requests for additional information.
Can I change my artist name without losing my streams and followers?
Yes. If you merge two profiles, all streams and followers move to the new profile. If Spotify changes your name directly through support, nothing is lost — the profile keeps all its data and only the name changes. Either way, your history stays intact.
What if someone else has already taken the artist name I want?
You cannot use a name that is already claimed by another active artist profile. If the other profile is abandoned or inactive, contact Spotify support and explain the situation. They may be able to help, but they will not remove an active profile just to free up a name. Your alternative is to use a slightly different name or add a descriptor (like your location or a number).
Do I need to change my personal Spotify username if I change my artist profile name?
No. Your personal username and artist profile name are completely separate. You can change one without changing the other. Many artists keep a personal username that is different from their artist name for privacy.
Can I merge artist profiles if they have different email addresses?
Spotify may ask you to verify ownership of both profiles, which usually means proving you have access to the email addresses associated with them. If both profiles are yours but use different emails, reply to the support request with proof that you own both accounts. This slows the process but does not prevent the merge.