The fastest way: check your Spotify account settings
Your username appears in your Spotify account settings on any device where you're logged in. Open Spotify on your phone, computer, or web browser, go to your profile (usually a circular icon in the top right or top left), and select "Account" or "Settings". Your username will be listed there — it's the name you use to log in, not your display name.
If you're already logged into Spotify, this is the quickest route. You don't need to remember anything; you just need to look at what's already displayed. On the web player, click your profile icon and choose "Account". On mobile, tap the home icon, then your profile picture, then "View profile", then the gear icon for settings.
Key Takeaways
- Your username appears in your account settings on any device where you're already logged in — look for "Account" or "Settings" in your profile menu.
- If you can't access your account, use the "Can't log in?" link on the Spotify login page to confirm your username or reset your password.
- Your username is different from your display name; the username is what you type to log in.
- If you've forgotten both your username and password, you'll need to verify your identity using the email address tied to your account.
- Spotify Support can retrieve your username if you no longer have access to your email address, though you'll need to prove the account is yours.
Using the "Can't log in?" option on the login page
Go to the Spotify login page at spotify.com and click "Can't log in?" at the bottom. Enter the email address associated with your account. Spotify will send you a link to reset your password, and during this process, it will also show you your username.
This works even if you don't remember your username, because Spotify uses your email to look up your account. You'll see your username displayed before you reset your password, so you can write it down. The email arrives within a few minutes, though it may land in your spam folder if you haven't received Spotify mail recently.
Checking your email for account confirmation messages
Search your email inbox (including spam and promotions folders) for messages from Spotify with the subject line "Welcome to Spotify" or "Confirm your Spotify account". These emails, sent when you first created your account, often include your username or a link to your account page where your username is visible.
If you've been using Spotify for years, these emails may be buried deep in your inbox. Try searching for "Spotify" and sorting by date to find the oldest messages first. You can also search for "username" or "confirm" within Spotify emails to narrow the results.
Looking at your Spotify profile URL
If you have a Spotify profile link saved anywhere — in a browser bookmark, a shared playlist, or a social media bio — your username is often part of that URL. A Spotify profile URL typically looks like open.spotify.com/user/yourusername. The part after "/user/" is your username.
Check any playlists you've shared with friends, your Spotify social media links, or any saved messages where someone may have tagged your profile. You can also ask a friend who follows you on Spotify to visit your profile and share the URL with you.
What to do if you can't access your email either
If you've forgotten your username and no longer have access to the email address tied to your account, contact Spotify Support directly. Go to support.spotify.com and select "Account and login" from the help menu, then choose "I can't log in". You'll be able to chat with or message Spotify Support, who can help verify your identity and provide your username.
Be ready to provide information that proves the account is yours — such as the phone number you used to sign up, the payment method on file, details about playlists you created, or the date you created the account. Spotify Support typically responds within one to two business days, though response times vary.
The difference between your username and display name
Your username is what you type into the login field — it's unique to you and doesn't change unless you contact Spotify Support to request a change. Your display name is what appears on your profile and in playlists; you can change this anytime in your account settings without contacting support.
If you remember your display name but not your username, they may be the same, but not always. Check your account settings to confirm which one is your actual login username. The display name is often more casual or includes spaces, while usernames are typically one word or hyphenated.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is my username the same as my email address?
Not necessarily. You can log in with either your username or your email address, but they are two separate things. Your username is the name you chose when you signed up; your email is the address you provided for account recovery and notifications.
Can I change my username if I remember it?
Spotify does not allow you to change your username yourself through the app or website. If you want a different username, contact Spotify Support and explain why you need the change. They can make the change for you, though this is not may provide and may take several days to process.
What if I see multiple usernames in my account settings?
You may see a display name and a username listed separately. The username is the one you use to log in. If you're unsure which is which, try logging out and attempting to log in with each one — the correct one will work.
Can someone else see my username?
Yes. Your username is visible to anyone who visits your Spotify profile or sees a playlist you've shared. It's not private information, so don't worry about sharing it if someone asks for it.
What if the "Can't log in?" link doesn't work?
If you don't receive the password reset email within a few minutes, check your spam and promotions folders. If it's still not there, your email address may not be associated with a Spotify account, or the account may have been deleted. Contact Spotify Support for help confirming whether an account exists under that email.