Where to find your username on Spotify

Your Spotify username is visible in your account settings on any device where you're logged in. Open Spotify, go to your profile menu (usually your name or profile picture in the top right), select "Account" or "Settings", and look for a field labeled "Username" — it's the name you chose when you created your account, not your display name. If you're on a phone, tap the gear icon or your profile picture, then scroll to find the username field.

The username is different from your display name. Your display name is what friends see next to your playlists and what appears on your profile. Your username is the unique identifier Spotify uses behind the scenes — it's what you'd share if someone wanted to find your profile by typing a URL directly into a browser.

Key Takeaways

  • Your username appears in your Account or Settings menu under a field labeled "Username" — it's the name you created when you first signed up.
  • Your username is different from your display name; the display name is what friends see, while the username is your unique account identifier.
  • On desktop, go to your profile menu and select Account; on mobile, tap the gear icon or profile picture and scroll to Settings.
  • If you cannot find the username field, you may have signed up through Facebook or Apple, which sometimes hides the traditional username.

Finding your username on desktop

On Windows or Mac, open Spotify and look for your profile picture or name in the top right corner of the window. Click it to open a dropdown menu. Select "Account" from the list — this takes you to your account page in a web browser. Once the page loads, look for a section labeled "Username" near the top. The username appears as a single word or phrase with no spaces (Spotify replaces spaces with underscores or removes them entirely).

If you don't see a Username field on the Account page, scroll down — sometimes it appears further down the page under "Profile" or "Personal Information". If it still doesn't show, you may have created your account through Facebook or Apple ID, which sometimes bypasses the traditional username setup.

Finding your username on mobile

On iPhone or Android, open Spotify and tap your profile picture or the gear icon in the bottom right corner. Tap "Settings" or "Account". Scroll through the menu until you see "Username" listed. Tap it to view your username. On some versions of the app, the username appears directly on your profile page — tap your profile picture at the top of the home screen, and your username may display under your display name.

Mobile layouts change between iOS and Android, so the exact location varies slightly. If you're having trouble finding it, try going to Settings first, then looking for a "Profile" or "Account Information" section within that menu.

What to do if you signed up with Facebook or Apple

If you created your Spotify account by signing in with Facebook or Apple ID, Spotify may not have assigned you a traditional username. Instead, your account might use your email address or a Spotify-generated ID. Check your Account page — if there's no Username field, look for "Email" or "Account ID" instead. These serve the same purpose for sharing your profile.

You can still create a username even if you signed up through Facebook or Apple. On the Account page, look for an option to "Create a username" or "Set username". If that option appears, you can choose a custom username at that point. Once created, it becomes your permanent username and cannot be changed.

Sharing your username with others

Once you have your username, you can share it so others can find your profile. The easiest way is to share your Spotify profile link directly — on desktop, right-click your profile picture and select "Copy profile link", or go to your profile and copy the URL from the address bar. This link works whether or not you have a traditional username.

If someone asks for your username specifically, give them the exact text from the Username field. Usernames are case-insensitive on Spotify, so "JohnDoe" and "johndoe" point to the same account. If your username contains underscores or numbers, include those exactly as they appear.

Usernames you cannot change

Spotify usernames are permanent. Once you create or receive a username, you cannot change it or choose a different one. If you dislike your current username, your only option is to create a new Spotify account with a different username. Your playlists, followers, and saved music stay with your original account and do not transfer to a new one.

Before you create a username (if you haven't yet), choose carefully. Think about whether you want something tied to your real name, a nickname, or something more anonymous. Once it's set, it stays that way for the life of the account.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is my username the same as my email address?

No. Your email is what you use to log in; your username is a separate identifier. If you signed up with Facebook or Apple, you may not have a traditional username at all — you'd use your email or account ID instead.

Can I change my username?

No, Spotify usernames cannot be changed once created. If you want a different username, you would need to create a new account, though your playlists and followers would remain on your original account.

What if I forgot my username?

Go to your Account page on Spotify.com while logged in, and your username appears in the Username field. If you're not logged in, log in with your email and password first, then check your Account settings.

Why doesn't my account have a username?

If you signed up through Facebook or Apple ID, Spotify may not have created a traditional username. Check your Account page for an option to create one, or use your email address to share your profile instead.

Can someone find my profile if they only have my username?

Yes. They can search for your username in Spotify's search bar, or they can visit spotify.com/user/[your-username] directly in a browser to reach your profile.