Check Your Account Settings on the Web

The fastest way to find your Spotify username is to log into Spotify on a computer or phone browser. Go to www.spotify.com, click the profile icon in the top right corner, and select Account from the dropdown menu.

On the Account page, look for the section labeled Username near the top. This is the exact name you use to log in, and it's also the name other people see when you share playlists or follow them. If you've never set a custom username, Spotify may have assigned you one automatically when you created your account — it often looks like "spotify" followed by numbers.

Write down or copy your username exactly as it appears, including any numbers or underscores. Spotify usernames are case-insensitive, meaning Spotify treats "JamesRod" and "jamesrod" as the same account, but you should still record it as shown on the screen.

Key Takeaways

  • Your Spotify username appears in your Account settings under the profile icon on the web version at spotify.com.
  • Spotify usernames are permanent and cannot be changed once created, so the name you see in Account settings is the one you're stuck with.
  • If you created your account through Facebook or Apple, your username may be different from your display name, and you'll find it only in Account settings.
  • You can share your username with others so they can find and follow you, but you cannot change it to something else later.

Find It in the Mobile App

If you're using the Spotify app on your phone, tap the Home icon at the bottom, then tap your profile picture in the top right corner. Select View Profile to open your public profile page.

Your username will appear at the top of your profile, right under your display name. The display name is what you chose to show to other users; the username is what Spotify uses internally and what appears in your account settings. If you don't see a username listed on your profile, go back and tap the profile icon again, then look for Settings instead of View Profile — this takes you to the same Account page as the web version.

Understand the Difference Between Username and Display Name

Spotify lets you set a display name separately from your username. Your display name is what shows up next to your playlists and what friends see when you follow them. Your username is the unique identifier Spotify assigned when you signed up, and it's what you need if someone wants to search for you directly or if you're setting up integrations with other apps.

If you created your account through Facebook or Apple Sign-In, you may not have set a username at all. In that case, Spotify generated one for you automatically. You can change your display name anytime in settings, but your username is permanent — Spotify does not allow you to change it once it's created.

What to Do If You Forgot Your Login Username

If you cannot remember the username you use to log in, that's different from finding your account username. Go to the Spotify login page at www.spotify.com/login and click Can't log in? at the bottom. Enter the email address connected to your account, and Spotify will send you a password reset link.

Once you reset your password and log back in, you can then find your username in Account settings as described above. If you don't remember the email address either, click Forgot your username or password? on the login page and follow the recovery steps. Spotify may ask you to verify your identity before sending recovery information.

Share Your Username With Others

Once you have your username, you can share it with friends so they can find your profile and follow you. In the Spotify app, open your profile, tap the three dots menu, and select Share Profile. You can copy the link or send it through text, email, or social media.

When someone searches for you using your username, they'll find your public profile and see your playlists, followers, and listening activity (depending on your privacy settings). Your username is the most direct way for someone to locate you on Spotify if they don't have you as a contact.

Check Your Spotify Wrapped or Playlist Links

If you've shared a playlist or received a Spotify Wrapped link from someone, you can sometimes see their username in the URL. A Spotify playlist link looks like open.spotify.com/playlist/[ID], but a profile link looks like open.spotify.com/user/[USERNAME]. If you click on someone's profile from a shared playlist, the URL will show their username.

This method works for finding other people's usernames, but it's not the most reliable way to find your own. Stick with the Account settings method described at the top for the clearest, most direct answer.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my Spotify username?

No. Spotify usernames are permanent and cannot be changed once your account is created. If you dislike your username, your only option is to create a new Spotify account with a different email address. You can change your display name anytime, but the underlying username stays the same.

Is my username the same as my email address?

Not necessarily. Your email is what you use to log in, but your username is a separate identifier. You can log in with either your email or your username, but they are two different things. Check your Account settings to see which one Spotify assigned to you.

What if I created my account with Facebook or Apple?

Spotify still created a username for you automatically, even if you didn't choose one yourself. Log into your account and check Account settings to see what username was assigned. You can change your display name, but the auto-generated username cannot be changed.

Can other people see my username?

Yes. Your username is part of your public profile, and anyone who searches for you or visits your profile can see it. If you want to limit who finds you, adjust your privacy settings in Account settings, but your username itself will still be visible to anyone with your profile link.

Do I need my username to log in?

You can log in with either your username or the email address connected to your account. Both work at the login screen. If you forget one, you can use the other, or you can reset your password using the "Can't log in?" option on the login page.