The steps are different on desktop than on mobile, and you'll need to use Spotify's website, not the app

Spotify's desktop app for Windows and Mac does not have a built-in username change feature. To change your username, you must log into Spotify's website through a web browser on your computer. The process takes about two minutes and works the same way on both Windows and Mac — the only difference is which browser you use.

Your username is the name people see when they visit your profile or when you share playlists. It is separate from your display name, which is what shows up next to your activity in the app. You can change your display name directly in the Spotify app, but your username requires the website.

Key Takeaways

  • Open a web browser on your computer and go to spotify.com, then sign in with your account email and password.
  • Click your profile icon in the top right corner and select "Account" to reach your account settings page.
  • Find the username field under your profile information and click "Edit" next to it to change your username.
  • Your new username must be between 3 and 30 characters, contain only letters, numbers, and underscores, and cannot be changed again for 30 days.

Open Spotify's website and sign in to your account

Go to spotify.com in any web browser on your Windows or Mac computer. If you are already signed in, you will see your profile icon in the top right corner. If you are not signed in, click "Log In" and enter the email address and password you use for Spotify.

Make sure you are signing into the account whose username you want to change. If you have multiple Spotify accounts, double-check that you are on the correct one before proceeding.

Navigate to your account settings

Once you are signed in, look for your profile icon in the top right corner of the page. Click on it to open a dropdown menu. Select "Account" from the menu — this will take you to your account overview page.

On the account page, you will see several sections including profile information, privacy settings, and connected apps. The username field is in the profile information section near the top of the page.

Find and edit your username

Look for the line that shows your current username. Next to it, you should see an "Edit" button or link. Click on it to open the username editing field.

The field will become active and you can now type your new username. Delete your old username and type the new one you want to use.

Follow the rules for your new username

Your new username must be between 3 and 30 characters long. You can use letters (a–z, A–Z), numbers (0–9), and underscores (_), but no spaces or special characters like hyphens, periods, or symbols.

Spotify will tell you when ready if your username is already taken or breaks the rules. If you see an error message, try a different username. Once you find one that works, you can save it.

Save your new username and wait out the cooldown period

After you type a valid username that is not already in use, click the "Save" or "Confirm" button to make the change official. The page will refresh and your new username will appear in your profile.

Spotify locks you out of changing your username again for 30 days after you make a change. This means if you make a mistake or change your mind, you will have to wait a month before you can change it again. Take a moment to make sure you are happy with your choice before you save.

What happens after you change your username

Your new username takes effect when ready. Anyone who visits your profile will see your new username, and any links to your profile will use the new name. Old profile links that used your previous username will no longer work.

If you have shared playlists or profile links with friends using your old username, those links will break. You will need to share your new profile link with them. Your Spotify app on your computer and phone will update automatically — you do not need to sign out and sign back in.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my username from the Spotify desktop app?

No. The Spotify app for Windows and Mac does not have a username change option. You must use the website at spotify.com. You can change your display name in the app, but that is different from your username.

What is the difference between username and display name?

Your username is your unique identifier on Spotify and appears in your profile URL. Your display name is what shows next to your activity in the app and on playlists. You can change your display name anytime in the app, but your username can only be changed on the website and has a 30-day cooldown.

What if my desired username is already taken?

Spotify will show you an error message if the username is taken. Try adding numbers or underscores 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 password after changing my username?

No. Changing your username does not affect your password or security settings. Your login email and password stay the same.

Will changing my username affect my saved songs or playlists?

No. Your saved songs, playlists, and listening history remain exactly the same. Only your profile name and profile URL change.