Where to find your username settings

Your Spotify username lives in your account settings, not in the app's main menu. On desktop, click your profile icon in the top right corner, then select "Account" from the dropdown. On mobile (iPhone or Android), tap the home icon, then your profile picture in the top right, then "Settings and privacy," then "Account."

Once you're in Account settings, look for a section labeled "Username" or "Public profile." This is where you'll see your current username and the option to change it. The exact wording varies slightly between the web version and the app, but the setting is always in the same general area.

Key Takeaways

  • Your username is found in Account settings, accessed through your profile icon on desktop or the home and profile icons on mobile.
  • Spotify lets you change your username once every 30 days, so plan your new name before you make the change.
  • Your new username must be between 3 and 20 characters, use only letters, numbers, underscores, and hyphens, and cannot already be taken by another user.
  • After you change your username, your old profile URL stops working, so anyone with a link to your old profile will see an error.
  • Changing your username does not affect your playlists, followers, or saved music — only the name people see when they visit your profile.

The 30-day waiting period between changes

Spotify enforces a 30-day cooldown after each username change. If you changed your username last month, you cannot change it again until 30 days have passed from that date. The system will tell you exactly when you're may be able to access to change it again if you try before the window opens.

This rule exists to prevent spam and account takeover attempts. It means you should think through your new username carefully before you submit the change, because you're stuck with it for at least a month.

Rules for what your new username can be

Your username must be between 3 and 20 characters long. You can use letters (uppercase and lowercase both work), numbers, underscores, and hyphens. You cannot use spaces, periods, or special characters like @, #, or &.

The username you choose must not already be taken by another Spotify user. When you type a new username into the field, Spotify tells you when ready whether it's available. If it's taken, you'll see a message saying so, and you'll need to pick something else.

Usernames are not case-sensitive for login purposes, but Spotify displays them exactly as you type them. If you enter "JamesRodriguez," that's how it appears on your profile, even though you can log in as "jamesrodriguez" or "JAMESRODRIGUEZ."

What happens to your old profile link

When you change your username, your old profile URL becomes invalid. If someone bookmarked your profile or you shared a link to your profile before the change, that link will no longer work. Spotify does not redirect the old URL to your new one.

Your followers don't lose access to you — they can still find you through their following list, and you still appear in their "Following" section. But if they try to visit your old profile link directly, they'll see an error. You'll need to share your new profile URL if you want people to visit your updated profile page.

How the change affects your playlists and followers

Changing your username does not touch your playlists, followers, or saved songs. All of those stay exactly as they were. People who follow you continue to follow you under your new name. Playlists you created remain yours, and collaborative playlists you're part of stay intact.

Your listening history, saved tracks, and recommendations are all tied to your account, not your username, so none of that changes either. The username change is purely cosmetic — it affects only the name that appears on your profile and in other people's follower lists.

Changing your username on the Spotify web player

On a computer, go to spotify.com and log in. Click your profile icon in the top right corner and select "Account" from the menu. You'll land on your account overview page. Look for "Username" in the left sidebar or scroll down until you see it.

Click "Edit" or the pencil icon next to your current username. Type your new username in the field that appears. Spotify will check in real time whether the name is available. Once you've entered a name that's available and meets the character rules, click "Save" or "Confirm." The change takes effect when ready.

Changing your username on mobile

On iPhone, open Spotify and tap the home icon at the bottom. Tap your profile picture in the top right. Select "Settings and privacy," then scroll down and tap "Account." Look for "Username" and tap "Edit" next to it. Type your new username and tap "Save."

On Android, the steps are nearly identical. Open Spotify, tap your profile picture at the top right, go to "Settings and privacy," then "Account," find "Username," and tap the edit option. Type your new name and save. Both versions show you when ready whether your chosen name is available.

Troubleshooting common problems

If you see a message that your username is unavailable, someone else already has it. Try adding numbers to the end, using an underscore or hyphen, or picking a different name altogether. Spotify shows you the availability status as you type, so you can experiment until you find something that works.

If you're told you cannot change your username yet, you're still within the 30-day waiting period from your last change. Check the message — it will tell you the exact date you become may be able to access to change again. If you're certain you haven't changed your username in the past month, log out and log back in, then try again.

If the save button doesn't respond or you get an error message, try refreshing the page (on web) or closing and reopening the app (on mobile). If the problem persists, check that you're using only allowed characters: letters, numbers, underscores, and hyphens. Spaces and special characters will cause the save to fail.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my username back to what it was before?

Yes, but only after 30 days have passed since your last change. If you changed from "OldName" to "NewName" today, you can change back to "OldName" in 30 days — but only if no one else has claimed it in the meantime. If someone else took "OldName," you cannot use it again.

Does changing my username affect my Spotify password?

No. Your password is separate from your username. Changing your username does not change your password, and you do not need to update your login credentials. You log in with your email address anyway, not your username, so the change has no effect on how you sign in.

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

Yes. Your followers will still see you in their following list under your new name. If they search for you by your old username, they won't find you, but if they search by your email or your new username, they will. The safest way to stay connected is to share your new profile URL with people you want to keep in touch with.

Can I use special characters like dots or @ symbols in my username?

No. Spotify only allows letters, numbers, underscores, and hyphens. Periods, spaces, and symbols like @, #, $, and & are not permitted. If you try to use them, the save button will not work, and you'll need to remove them before you can proceed.

What if the username I want is taken but the account looks inactive?

You cannot claim an inactive username. Spotify does not release usernames from old or abandoned accounts, even if they haven't been used in years. You'll need to choose a different name. If the account is actually yours and you've lost access to it, contact Spotify Support through your current account to explain the situation.