The steps to change your username on Spotify's Android app
Open the Spotify app on your Android phone and tap the home icon at the bottom left. Tap your profile picture or username in the top right corner, then select "Profile." Scroll down and tap "Edit profile." Tap the username field, clear the current name, type your new username, and tap the checkmark or "Save" button to confirm the change.
Your new username takes effect when ready. Anyone who searches for you by your old username will not find your profile, but your Spotify account itself remains the same — your playlists, followers, and saved songs stay with you. If you have shared playlists or profile links with friends using your old username, those links still work.
Key Takeaways
- You change your username through your profile settings in the Spotify Android app, not through the web player or desktop version.
- Your new username takes effect right away, but any links you shared with your old username in them will no longer display your profile when others click them.
- Changing your username does not affect your account security, password, or the music you have saved.
- You can change your username as often as you want, though Spotify may rate-limit very frequent changes.
What happens to your old username after you change it
Once you change your username, the old one becomes available for someone else to claim. Spotify does not hold it in reserve for you. If you think you might want to go back to an old username later, write it down before you make the change.
Any direct links to your profile that included your old username will stop working. If you shared a link like "spotify.com/user/oldusername" with friends or posted it online, clicking that link will show an error or a blank page. The best way to share your profile is to use the "Share Profile" button in the app, which creates a link that does not depend on your username.
Usernames versus display names on Spotify
Spotify has two separate name fields: your username and your display name. Your username is what appears in your profile URL and is used for searching. Your display name is what your friends see next to your activity — it can contain spaces, capital letters, and special characters, while your username cannot.
When you tap "Edit profile," you are changing your username. If you want to change only how your name appears to friends (the display name), you can do that separately by tapping the display name field on the same screen. Many people change their display name to something more casual while keeping their username straightforward for sharing.
Why your username change might not show up right away
In rare cases, the change takes a few minutes to sync across Spotify's servers. If you change your username and when ready search for it, you might not find your profile yet. Wait five to ten minutes and try again. If the old username still appears in your profile after that time, close the app completely and reopen it.
If you see an error message when you try to save your new username, the most common reason is that someone else has already claimed it. Usernames must be unique across all Spotify accounts. Try a different variation — adding a number, a dot, or an underscore often works if your first choice is taken.
Changing your username if you forgot your password
You cannot change your username without being logged into your account. If you have forgotten your password, go to the Spotify login page on your phone's web browser and tap "Can't log in?" Enter your email address, and Spotify will send you a password reset link. Once you have reset your password and logged back into the app, you can change your username using the steps above.
If you no longer have access to the email address tied to your Spotify account, you will need to contact Spotify Support through the app or website. Tap your profile picture, scroll to the bottom, and look for "Help" or "Contact Us." Spotify's support team can help you regain access to your account.
What you cannot change about your Spotify account
Your Spotify username is separate from your email address. Changing your username does not change the email you use to log in. If you want to change the email address itself, you do that in the same "Edit profile" screen — look for an "Email" field below the username field.
You also cannot change the email address if you signed up using Facebook, Google, or Apple. Those accounts are linked to your social media login, and Spotify pulls the email from there. If you need a different email for your Spotify account, you would need to create a new account and transfer your playlists manually or use a third-party tool.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use the same username I had before if someone else took it?
No. Once you change your username, Spotify releases it to the public. If someone else claims it, you cannot get it back. You would need to choose a different username. Spotify does not have a way to reserve old usernames or request that someone else release one.
Will my friends still be able to find me after I change my username?
Yes, if they have you added as a friend. Your friends list and follower list do not change when you update your username. However, if someone tries to search for you by your old username, they will not find you. They would need to search by your new username or your display name instead.
Does changing my username affect my Spotify Premium or free account status?
No. Your subscription status, payment method, and account type remain exactly the same. Changing your username is purely cosmetic and does not touch any of your account settings or billing information.
Can I change my username back to what it was before?
Only if no one else has claimed it. Since Spotify releases usernames when ready after you change them, someone else may have already taken your old one. If it is still available, you can change back to it, but there is no may provide it will be.
What characters can I use in my Spotify username?
Spotify usernames can contain letters, numbers, underscores, and dots. They cannot contain spaces or special characters like hyphens, commas, or symbols. Usernames are also case-insensitive, so "JohnDoe" and "johndoe" are treated as the same username.