You cannot change your Spotify username directly in the iPhone app

Spotify's iPhone app does not have a username-change feature. You must use a web browser on any device — computer, tablet, or phone — to reach the account settings where the change actually happens. The iPhone app will reflect your new username once you log out and back in, but the change itself has to be made through Spotify's website.

This is a common source of confusion because many other apps let you edit your profile from their mobile version. Spotify is stricter: username changes are locked to the web interface for security reasons.

Key Takeaways

  • Open a web browser on your iPhone and go to www.spotify.com, then sign in with your current username and password.
  • Tap your profile icon in the top right, select "Account", and scroll to the "Username" field to see your current name and change it.
  • Your new username must be between 3 and 30 characters, contain only letters, numbers, and underscores, and cannot be changed again for 30 days.
  • After you save the change on the website, sign out of the Spotify app on your iPhone and sign back in to see the new username.
  • If your desired username is already taken, Spotify will tell you when ready and you will need to choose a different one.

Step-by-step: changing your username through a browser

Open Safari, Chrome, or any web browser on your iPhone. Go to www.spotify.com and tap "Log In" in the top right corner. Enter your email address and password — the same credentials you use for the app — and tap the login button.

Once you are logged in, tap your profile icon (a circle with your name or initials) in the top right corner of the page. A dropdown menu will appear. Tap "Account" to open your account settings page.

Scroll down until you see the "Username" field. It will show your current username. Tap in the text box next to it and delete your old username, then type your new one. Tap "Save" or "Update" (the button label varies slightly by browser and Spotify version). A confirmation message will appear saying your username has been changed.

Rules for your new username

Your username must be between 3 and 30 characters long. You can use letters (uppercase and lowercase), numbers, and underscores only — no spaces, hyphens, periods, or special characters like @, #, or &.

Spotify checks whether your chosen username is already in use the moment you try to save it. If someone else has taken it, you will see an error message saying the username is unavailable. You will need to pick a different one and try again.

Once you change your username, you cannot change it again for 30 days. Spotify enforces this waiting period to prevent spam and account abuse. If you make a typo or change your mind, you are stuck with it for a month, so double-check before you save.

Signing back into the app to see your new username

The Spotify iPhone app does not automatically refresh to show your new username right away. You need to sign out and sign back in for the change to appear in the app.

Open the Spotify app on your iPhone. Tap the home icon at the bottom, then tap your profile icon in the top right corner. Scroll down and tap "Log Out". When the app returns to the login screen, enter your email address and password again. This time, your profile will display your new username.

What to do if you forgot your password

If you do not remember your Spotify password, you cannot log into the website to change your username. Go to www.spotify.com and tap "Log In", then tap "Can't log in?" below the password field.

Enter your email address and Spotify will send you a password reset link. Check your email (including spam and promotions folders), tap the link, and create a new password. Once you have reset your password, you can log in to the website and change your username as described above.

Your username versus your display name

Your username is the unique identifier Spotify uses for your account. It appears in your profile URL (spotify.com/user/yourusername) and is what other people see when they search for you or look at your public playlists. Only you can change it, and only through the website.

Your display name is different. This is the name that appears on your profile and in the app, and you can change it anytime from the iPhone app itself. If you only want to change how your name looks to other people — not your actual username — you can do that directly in the app without using a browser. Tap your profile icon, then "Profile", then tap the pencil icon next to your name to edit it.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my username from the Spotify app on iPhone?

No. The iPhone app does not have a username-change option. You must use a web browser to go to www.spotify.com, log in, tap your profile icon, select "Account", and change it there. The app will update once you sign out and back in.

What happens to my playlists and followers when I change my username?

Your playlists, followers, and listening history stay exactly the same. Only the username changes. People who follow you will still see your playlists and profile — the link just updates to your new username.

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

Not for 30 days. Once you change your username, you must wait a month before you can change it again. If you want to go back to your old username, you will have to wait until the 30-day window has passed and that username is available.

What if someone else took my old username after I changed mine?

Spotify does not reserve old usernames. Once you change it, anyone can claim your previous username if it is available. If you think you might want to go back to it, wait until the 30-day period is almost over before changing to something new, so you can reclaim it quickly.

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

No. Your password and username are separate. Changing one does not affect the other. You will still log in with your email address and the same password you have always used.