Where to find your username settings

Your Spotify username lives in your account settings, not in your profile name. Open Spotify on your computer or phone, click or tap your profile icon in the top right corner, and select Account. You'll land on your account page in a web browser. Scroll down until you see the Username field — this is what you're changing, separate from the display name that appears to other users.

The username is what people use to find you, share playlists with you, or follow you. It's also the name that appears in your Spotify URL. The display name is just what shows up next to your profile picture. You can change your display name anytime, but your username has stricter rules and a longer waiting period between changes.

Key Takeaways

  • Your username is found in Account settings through your profile icon, separate from your display name.
  • Usernames must be between 3 and 30 characters, contain only letters, numbers, and underscores, and cannot start with a number.
  • You can change your username once every 30 days, and the change takes effect when ready.
  • If your desired username is taken, Spotify will tell you so when you try to save — you'll need to pick a different one.

Rules for creating a new username

Spotify enforces specific rules on what a username can be. Your new username must be between 3 and 30 characters long. You can use letters (uppercase and lowercase both work), numbers, and underscores. You cannot use spaces, hyphens, periods, or special characters like @ or #. Your username also cannot start with a number — it must begin with a letter or underscore.

Usernames are permanent identifiers, so Spotify keeps them fairly strict. If you try to enter something that breaks these rules, the system will reject it and tell you what went wrong. Common mistakes are trying to use spaces or hyphens, or starting with a number. If your first choice doesn't work, adjust it slightly — for example, change 123user to user123 or _123user.

The 30-day waiting period between changes

Once you change your username, you cannot change it again for 30 days. This applies whether you're changing it for the first time or the tenth time. The 30-day timer starts the moment you save your new username. If you change your mind when ready after, you're locked in until the 30 days pass.

This waiting period exists to prevent people from cycling through usernames rapidly or impersonating others. If you're unsure about a username choice, test it out by sharing your profile link with a friend or checking how it looks in your Spotify URL before you commit. Once you save it, you're stuck with it for a month.

How to change your username step by step

Start by opening Spotify on any device and clicking your profile icon in the top right. Select Account from the dropdown menu. You'll be taken to your account page in a web browser. Scroll down to the Username field and click the pencil icon or the field itself to edit it.

Delete your current username and type in your new one. As you type, Spotify will check whether the username is available. If it's taken, you'll see a message saying so. If it's available and follows the rules, the field will show a checkmark or turn green. Click Save or Confirm to lock in the change. The new username takes effect when ready — you don't need to restart Spotify or wait for anything to sync.

Your old username becomes available for someone else to claim after you change it. If you want to keep your old username reserved, don't change it. There's no way to hold a username you're not actively using.

What happens to your profile and playlists after you change it

Your profile URL changes to reflect your new username. Any old links to your profile using your previous username will stop working. If you've shared your Spotify profile link with friends or posted it online, those links will break. You'll need to share your new profile link if you want people to find you.

Your playlists, followers, and listening history all stay exactly the same. People who follow you will continue to follow you — they don't need to re-follow you or do anything on their end. Collaborative playlists you've shared keep working. The only thing that changes is the web address people use to reach your profile.

If your desired username is already taken

When you try to save a username that someone else already has, Spotify will tell you it's unavailable. You cannot reserve a username or join a waitlist for one. Your only option is to pick a different username. Try adding numbers to the end, using underscores, or slightly changing the spelling.

Popular usernames get claimed quickly, so if you want something short or straightforward, you may find it's already gone. Longer or more specific usernames are more likely to be available. If you're trying to match a username across multiple platforms, you might need to adjust it slightly for Spotify if your first choice is taken.

Changing your display name instead of your username

If you want to change what appears next to your profile picture but don't want to wait 30 days, change your display name instead. Go to Account settings the same way, but look for the Profile section instead of Username. Your display name can be anything — spaces, capital letters, and special characters are all allowed. You can change it as often as you want with no waiting period.

Your display name is what friends see in playlists and when you're listening. Your username is what people type to find you. Most people see your display name more often, so if you just want a different look, changing the display name is faster and easier.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my username on the Spotify app instead of the website?

No. The Spotify app on phone and desktop doesn't have a username editing field. You must go through the web version of your account settings. Click your profile icon in the app, select Account, and you'll be taken to the website automatically.

What if I forgot my current username?

Your username appears at the top of your Account page. If you're logged in, you can see it there. It's also in your Spotify profile URL — the part after open.spotify.com/user/. If you can't remember your login email, you can recover it through Spotify's password reset page.

Can I use the same username I had before if I changed it 30 days ago?

Yes. After you change your username, your old one becomes available for anyone to claim. If nobody has taken it in the past 30 days, you can change back to it. However, if someone else claimed it, you cannot use it again.

Does changing my username affect my Spotify password or email?

No. Your username is separate from your login credentials. Changing your username does not change your password or the email address you use to log in. You log in with your email address, not your username.

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

People who already follow you will still see you in their followers list. However, if someone tries to search for your old username, they won't find you. You should let people know your new username if you want them to find you by searching. Sharing your new profile link is the easiest way.