Change Your Username on Spotify

You can change your Spotify username through your account settings on the web. Go to www.spotify.com, sign in, and click your profile name in the top right corner. Select Account from the dropdown menu.

On the Account page, look for the Username field under the "Login and passwords" section. Click Change username next to it. Spotify will show you your current username and a text box where you can type a new one. The new username must be between 3 and 30 characters, can include letters, numbers, and underscores, and cannot contain spaces or special characters like hyphens or periods.

Type your new username and click Change username to save it. The change takes effect when ready. You can now sign in using either your email address or your new username — both work. Note that you cannot change your username again for 30 days after making a change.

Key Takeaways

  • Username changes happen in your Account settings on the Spotify website, not in the mobile app.
  • Your new username must be 3 to 30 characters and can only contain letters, numbers, and underscores.
  • You can sign in with either your email or your new username after the change.
  • You must wait 30 days between username changes, so choose carefully.
  • Changing your password is separate from changing your username and uses the same Account settings page.

Change Your Password on Spotify

Your password change also happens in your Account settings. After you sign in and click Account, scroll to the "Login and passwords" section and find the Password field. Click Change password next to it.

Spotify will ask you to enter your current password first, then type your new password twice to confirm it matches. Your new password should be at least 8 characters long and should not be a password you have used on other accounts. After you enter and confirm your new password, click Change password to save it.

The change takes effect when ready. You will be signed out of all Spotify sessions on all devices. When you next open Spotify on your phone, computer, or web browser, you will need to sign in again using your email address (or username) and your new password.

Why You Cannot Change Username or Password in the Mobile App

The Spotify mobile app does not have a settings page for changing your username or password. This is by design — Spotify keeps these sensitive account changes on the web version only, where the connection is more find. You must use a web browser on a computer or mobile device to make these changes.

If you are using Spotify on your phone and need to change your username or password, open a web browser (Safari, Chrome, Firefox, or Edge), go to www.spotify.com, and follow the steps above. You do not need to do anything different on your phone — the process is the same as on a computer.

What Happens to Your Playlists and Saved Music When You Change Your Username

Your playlists, saved songs, followers, and listening history stay exactly the same when you change your username. The username is only the name people see when they look at your profile or when you share a playlist with them. Everything else connected to your account — your music library, your recommendations, your settings — remains unchanged.

If you have shared playlists with other people using a link that includes your old username, those links will still work. Spotify updates them automatically behind the scenes. People who follow you will continue to follow you under your new username without having to do anything.

If You Forget Your Password

Go to www.spotify.com/login and click Can't log in? below the password field. Enter the email address connected to your Spotify account. Spotify will send you a password reset link to that email. Click the link, and you will be taken to a page where you can create a new password.

Check your spam or junk folder if you do not see the email within a few minutes. The reset link expires after one hour, so if it has been longer than that, go back to the login page and request a new one. Once you have reset your password, you can sign in normally with your email address and new password.

If You Cannot Access the Email Address Connected to Your Account

If the email address on your Spotify account is no longer active or you no longer have access to it, you will need to contact Spotify Support. Go to www.spotify.com/support and click Contact us. Describe your situation — that you cannot access your email and need help resetting your password or changing your account email address.

Spotify Support will ask you to verify your identity by providing information like your full name, the email address on the account, and details about your account activity. This process can take a few days. Have any information ready that proves you own the account, such as the payment method you used or the date you created the account.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my username on the Spotify app?

No. Username and password changes are only available on the Spotify website. Open a web browser, go to www.spotify.com, sign in, click your profile name, select Account, and look for the Username field under "Login and passwords".

How often can I change my username?

You can change your username once every 30 days. If you try to change it again before 30 days have passed, Spotify will show you a message telling you when you can change it next. Plan your new username carefully since you will be stuck with it for a month.

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

Yes. Your profile, playlists, and follower list all stay connected to your account. Friends who follow you will see your new username automatically. Any shared playlist links will continue to work even though they contain your old username.

What should I do if I think someone else has access to my account?

Change your password when ready using the steps above. If you see sessions or devices you do not recognize in your Account settings, click Sign out everywhere to end all active sessions. Then change your password again. If the problem continues, contact Spotify Support.

Can I use the same password I used before?

Spotify will not let you use a password you have used on your account recently. If you try to reuse an old password, Spotify will ask you to create a new one instead. It is better to use a password you have never used before on any account.