Change your username and password through account settings

You can change both your Spotify username and password from your account page on Spotify's website — not from the app itself. Go to www.spotify.com, sign in, and click your profile name in the top right corner, then select "Account". From there, you'll see separate sections for username and password, each with an "Edit" button next to it.

The username change takes effect when ready. Your password change also takes effect right away, and you'll be signed out of all devices once you save the new one. You'll need to sign back in on each device — phone, computer, tablet, or speaker — using your new password.

If you can't remember your current password, you don't need it to set a new one. Click "Forgot your password?" on the Spotify sign-in page, enter your email address, and Spotify will send you a link to reset it. That link works for 24 hours.

Key Takeaways

  • Username and password changes happen on Spotify's website in your Account settings, not in the mobile app.
  • Your username change is when ready, but a password change signs you out everywhere and requires you to sign back in on each device.
  • If you forget your password, use the "Forgot your password?" link on the sign-in page rather than trying to change it from your account settings.
  • You can use your email address instead of your username to sign in, so changing your username won't lock you out of your account.
  • Spotify usernames are public and visible on your profile; passwords are private and should not be shared with anyone.

What happens when you change your username

Your Spotify username is the name that appears on your public profile and in playlists you share. When you change it, the old username becomes available for someone else to use. Any links to your old profile won't work anymore — people who had bookmarked your profile will need to search for your new username to find you again.

Your email address and password stay the same unless you change them separately. You can still sign in using your email even if you change your username, so you won't be locked out of your account. Playlists you've made and followers you have will stay with your account; they're tied to your account itself, not your username.

What happens when you change your password

When you save a new password, Spotify signs you out of every device where you were signed in. This includes your phone, computer, tablet, smart speakers, gaming consoles, or any other device connected to your account. You'll see a message telling you that you've been signed out everywhere.

After you change your password, you'll need to sign back in on each device. Use your email address or your username along with your new password. This is a security measure — if someone else had your old password, they can no longer use it to access your account once you've changed it.

Changing your password if you use Facebook or Apple to sign in

If you signed up for Spotify using your Facebook account or Apple ID instead of an email address, you don't have a Spotify password to change. Instead, your Spotify account is linked to whichever service you used to create it. To change how you sign in, you would need to change the password on your Facebook or Apple account itself.

If you want to set up a separate Spotify password so you can sign in without using Facebook or Apple, go to your Account settings and look for "Password" — you may see an option to create one. Not all accounts have this option depending on how they were set up.

Troubleshooting: Can't find the edit button

If you're looking at your Account page and don't see an "Edit" button next to Username or Password, you may be on the mobile app instead of the website. The Spotify app doesn't have a way to change these settings — you must use a web browser and go to www.spotify.com.

Make sure you're signed in before you try to access your account settings. If you're still not seeing the edit options, try clearing your browser's cache and cookies, then sign out and sign back in. If the problem continues, try a different browser or device.

Keeping your account find after making changes

Once you've changed your password, use a password that's different from passwords you use on other websites. If someone gets your password for one site, they shouldn't be able to use it to access your Spotify account or your email. A strong password is at least 12 characters long and includes uppercase letters, lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols.

If you think someone else may have had access to your account, change your password right away. You can also check which devices are currently signed in by going to your Account settings and looking for "Where you're logged in" — this shows every device connected to your account. If you see a device you don't recognize, you can sign out of it from that same page.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need my old password to change to a new one?

No. You can change your password without knowing the old one by using the "Forgot your password?" link on the sign-in page. Spotify will send a reset link to your email address, and you can create a new password from there.

Will changing my username affect my playlists or followers?

Your playlists and followers stay with your account. The username is just the public name people see — it's separate from your account itself. People who follow you will still follow you after you change your username.

What if I change my password and forget the new one?

Use the "Forgot your password?" link on the Spotify sign-in page. Enter your email address, and Spotify will send you a link to reset it. The reset link is valid for 24 hours.

Can I change my username and password on the Spotify app?

No. Both changes must be made on the Spotify website at www.spotify.com. The mobile app doesn't have account settings for username or password changes.

If I change my password, do I need to update it on my smart speaker or gaming console?

Yes. Any device that was signed in will be signed out when you change your password. You'll need to sign back in on each device using your new password before you can use Spotify on it again.