Where to find your username on Spotify

Your Spotify username is visible in your account settings on any device where you're logged in. The fastest route is the mobile app: tap your profile icon in the bottom right, select "Profile," and your username appears at the top of the screen below your display name. On desktop, click the profile icon in the top right corner, choose "Account," and your username is listed under your email address on the overview page.

If you've never looked at your account settings before, the username is the text that appears after the @ symbol when someone shares your profile link. It's different from your display name — the display name is what your friends see, but the username is what Spotify uses internally and what appears in your profile URL.

Key Takeaways

  • Your username appears in your profile settings on both the mobile app and desktop website, below your display name or email address.
  • Your username is not the same as your display name — it's the permanent identifier Spotify assigned when you created your account.
  • If you created your account through Facebook or Apple, your username may be a string of numbers rather than a word you chose.
  • You cannot change your username after account creation, so if you want a different one, you would need to create a new account.

Finding your username on the Spotify mobile app

Open Spotify and tap the profile icon — it looks like a circle with your photo or initials — in the bottom right corner of the screen. This takes you to your profile page. At the top, you'll see your display name in large text. Directly below it, in smaller gray text, is your username. Write it down or take a screenshot if you need to share it with someone.

If your profile picture hasn't loaded yet, the icon may show as a generic silhouette, but tapping it still opens your profile. The username line will always be there, even if your photo is missing.

Finding your username on the Spotify website

Go to spotify.com and log in if you're not already signed in. Click the profile icon in the top right corner — it's a small circle with your photo or initials. A dropdown menu appears. Select "Account" from the list. This opens your account overview page.

On the account page, look for the section labeled "Profile" or "Account Information." Your username is listed there, usually next to or below your email address. The page also shows your subscription type and the date you joined Spotify.

What to do if you can't find your username

If you created your Spotify account by signing in with Facebook or Apple ID, your username may be a long string of numbers instead of a word. This is normal — Spotify auto-generates usernames for accounts linked to social platforms. The numbers are still your valid username and work exactly the same way as a text-based one.

If you're logged into Spotify but the profile icon doesn't appear, try refreshing the page or closing and reopening the app. If you're still stuck, sign out completely and sign back in. This usually fixes display issues with account information.

Sharing your username with others

Once you have your username, you can share it by copying your profile link. On mobile, tap your profile icon, then tap "Share" — this generates a link that includes your username. On desktop, right-click your profile icon and select "Copy link to profile." Anyone who clicks that link can follow you or see your public playlists without needing to type your username manually.

Your username is public information — anyone with the link can see your profile, so there's no privacy concern in sharing it. However, you cannot change it later, so choose carefully if you're creating a new account and get to pick your own username instead of receiving an auto-generated one.

Why you might need your username

Spotify usernames are useful when you want someone to find your profile without sending a link, or when you're setting up integrations with third-party apps that track your listening history. Some music apps and websites ask for your Spotify username to connect to your account. Having it written down saves time when you're setting up these connections.

Your username is also what appears in your Spotify profile URL — the web address that shows your public profile. If someone wants to visit your profile directly, they would type spotify.com/user/[your-username] into their browser.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my Spotify username?

No. Spotify does not allow username changes after account creation. If you want a different username, you would need to create a new Spotify account. Your current account keeps its original username permanently.

Is my username the same as my email address?

No. Your email address and username are separate. Your email is what you use to log in, while your username is a public identifier for your profile. You can change your email address in account settings, but you cannot change your username.

What if I see a long number instead of a word as my username?

That's an auto-generated username Spotify created when you signed up through Facebook, Apple, or another social platform. It's your real username and works the same as a text-based one. You cannot change it to something else.

Do I need my username to log into Spotify?

No. You log in with your email address and password, not your username. Your username is only used for sharing your profile or connecting to third-party apps.