The quickest way to change your Spotify username on PC

Open Spotify on your computer and go to the menu in the top left corner. Click your profile name or the gear icon, then select Account. You'll land on your account page in a web browser. Look for the section labeled Username and click Edit next to it. Type your new username, then click Save. The change takes effect when ready.

The whole process takes about two minutes. Your new username will show up on your profile right away, and anyone who searches for you will see the updated name. If you use Spotify on other devices — your phone, tablet, or another computer — you don't need to change anything there. Your account is the same across all of them.

Key Takeaways

  • You change your username through your account settings in a web browser, not inside the Spotify app itself.
  • Your new username appears on your profile when ready and is searchable by other Spotify users right away.
  • Usernames must be between 3 and 30 characters and can include letters, numbers, and underscores only.
  • If your desired username is already taken, Spotify will tell you and you'll need to choose a different one.
  • Changing your username does not affect your playlists, saved songs, followers, or any other account data.

What characters and length rules explore to usernames

Spotify usernames must be between 3 and 30 characters long. You can use letters (uppercase and lowercase), numbers, and underscores. You cannot use spaces, hyphens, periods, or special characters like @, #, or &.

If you try to save a username that breaks these rules, Spotify will show an error message telling you what went wrong. If the username is already taken by another user, you'll see a message saying the name is unavailable. In either case, you'll need to try a different combination.

Where to find the username field in your account settings

After you click Account from the menu, you'll see your account page load in your default web browser. Scroll down until you see a section with your personal information. The Username field is usually near the top of this section, alongside fields for your email and display name.

The display name and username are two different things. Your display name is what shows up on your profile and in playlists you create — other users see this. Your username is what people use to search for you and what appears in your profile URL. You can change either one independently.

Why you might see your username greyed out or locked

If the username field appears greyed out or you cannot click the Edit button, it usually means you've changed your username recently. Spotify limits how often you can change it — typically you can change it once every 30 days. If you just changed it, you'll need to wait until the 30-day window passes before you can change it again.

If you've waited 30 days and the field is still locked, sign out of Spotify completely and sign back in. Sometimes the page doesn't refresh properly. If it's still locked after that, contact Spotify Support through the Help section of your account page.

What happens to your playlists and followers when you change your username

Changing your username does not affect your playlists, saved songs, followers, or any other data on your account. All your music, your listening history, and your follow relationships stay exactly the same. People who follow you will still follow you under your new username.

If you've shared a link to your profile with someone, that link will still work after you change your username. Spotify keeps the link active even though your username changed. The same is true for playlist links — they don't break when you update your username.

How to find your new username after you change it

After you save your new username, refresh the page or close and reopen Spotify. Your profile will show the updated name. To see your full profile URL (which includes your username), click on your profile picture and select View Profile. The URL in your browser's address bar will show your new username.

You can share this profile URL with friends, or you can tell them to search for your new username directly in Spotify. Both methods will take them to your profile. If you want to share a link to a specific playlist, click the three dots on that playlist and select Share — Spotify will give you a direct link to copy.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Yes, but only after 30 days have passed since your last change. If you changed your username yesterday and want to switch back, you'll need to wait until the 30-day window closes. After that, you can change it to anything available, including your old username.

What if the username I want is taken?

Spotify will tell you it's unavailable when you try to save it. You'll need to choose a different username. Try adding numbers or an underscore to make it unique — for example, if "jane_music" is taken, you could try "jane_music_2024" or "jane_music_official".

Do I need to change my username on my phone or tablet too?

No. Your Spotify account is the same across all devices. When you change your username on your computer, it changes everywhere — your phone, tablet, and any other device you use Spotify on will show the new username automatically.

Will my friends' playlists that I'm on be affected?

No. If you're listed as a contributor or follower on someone else's playlist, your new username will show up on that playlist, but the playlist itself won't change. Your friends don't need to do anything on their end.