Open Spotify Settings and Find Your Profile

Start by opening Spotify on your computer and signing in to your account. Once you are logged in, look for your profile name or icon in the top-right corner of the window and click it. A dropdown menu will appear with several options.

From this menu, select Account. This takes you to your account page in a web browser, where Spotify stores all your profile information including your username. You may need to sign in again if your browser does not recognize your session.

Key Takeaways

  • Your Spotify username is changed through your account page in a web browser, not through the desktop app itself.
  • You can only change your username once every 30 days, so choose carefully before you make the change.
  • Your new username must be between 3 and 30 characters and can include letters, numbers, and underscores only.
  • Changing your username does not affect your playlists, followers, or saved music — everything stays with your account.

Locate the Username Field in Your Account Settings

Once you are on your account page, scroll down until you find the section labeled Username. This field shows your current username and sits near the top of your profile information, usually just below your display name. The display name and username are two different things — your display name is what appears to other users, while your username is what people use to find your profile through a direct link or search.

Next to your current username, you should see an Edit button or a pencil icon. Click this to make your username editable. The field will become active and you can now type a new username.

Enter Your New Username and Confirm the Change

Clear the current username from the field and type your new one. Remember that Spotify usernames must be between 3 and 30 characters long and can only contain letters, numbers, and underscores — no spaces or special characters like hyphens, periods, or symbols. Spotify will tell you when ready if your new username breaks these rules or if it is already taken by another user.

Once you have entered a username that works, look for a Save or Confirm button near the field and click it. Spotify will process the change, and your new username becomes active right away. You will see a confirmation message on the page.

Understand the 30-Day Username Change Limit

Spotify allows you to change your username only once every 30 days. This means if you just changed your username, you cannot change it again for another month, even if you made a typo or want something different. Plan your new username carefully before you save it, because you will be stuck with it for at least 30 days.

If you realize you made a mistake right after changing it, contact Spotify Support through your account page to see if they can make an exception. They rarely do, but it is worth asking if the error is significant — for example, if you accidentally included a character that does not display correctly.

What Happens to Your Account After You Change Your Username

Your playlists, followers, saved songs, and listening history all stay exactly where they are. Changing your username does not reset anything or log you out of any devices. People who follow you will still see you in their follower list, and your playlists remain shared if you had them set to public.

The only thing that changes is the link people use to find your profile. Your old username link will no longer work, so if you had shared your profile link with friends, they will need to search for your new username to find you. You can share your new profile link from the same account page where you changed your username.

Troubleshoot if You Cannot Find the Username Field

If you do not see a username field on your account page, make sure you are looking at the right section. Some accounts show username settings under a Profile or Edit Profile heading rather than a separate Account section. Scroll through the entire page to find it.

If you are using a very old Spotify account that was created before usernames became standard, your account might not have a username at all. In this case, you can create one for the first time by clicking Create Username instead of Edit. The same 30-day rule applies once you create your first username.

Use Your New Username to Share Your Profile

After you change your username, you can share your profile with others by giving them your new username or by copying your profile link from the account page. When someone searches for your username in Spotify, your profile will appear in the results. They can then follow you or view your public playlists.

Your new username also appears in your Spotify profile URL, which looks like open.spotify.com/user/[your-username]. This is the link you share when you want someone to find your profile directly without searching.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

No, the mobile app does not have a username change option. You must use a web browser on your computer or phone to go to your account page and change it there. The desktop app also does not have this feature — it only works through the web-based account settings.

What if my desired username is already taken?

Spotify will tell you when ready that the username is unavailable when you try to save it. You will need to choose a different username. Try adding numbers or underscores to make it unique, or think of a completely different name that fits your style.

Do I need to change my password when I change my username?

No, your password stays the same. Your username and password are separate — changing one does not affect the other. You still sign in with your email address and password, not with your username.

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

Yes, they can search for your new username and find your profile. However, if you had shared your old profile link with them, that link will no longer work. You will need to share your new profile link or tell them your new username so they can search for you.

How long does it take for my new username to show up everywhere on Spotify?

Your new username is active when ready on your profile page and in search results. It may take a few minutes to appear in other places like your followers' lists or in shared playlists, but this usually happens within seconds to a few minutes.