Your username is in your account settings, not your display name

Your Spotify username is a unique identifier that's different from your display name. The display name is what appears next to your playlists and profile — you can change it anytime. Your username is what you used to log in when you first created your account, or what Spotify assigned to you automatically. It never changes, and it's the string you need if someone wants to follow you directly or if you're sharing your profile link.

Finding it takes less than a minute. You'll look in your account settings on either the Spotify app or the web player, depending on which device you're using right now.

Key Takeaways

  • Your Spotify username is a permanent identifier separate from your display name and appears in your profile URL.
  • On the Spotify app, go to your profile, tap the settings gear icon, and look for "Username" in the account section.
  • On the web player at spotify.com, click your profile icon in the top right, select "Account", and find your username listed there.
  • If you created your account with Facebook or Apple ID, Spotify generated a username for you automatically — it's still in the same settings location.

Finding your username on the Spotify mobile app

Open Spotify and tap your profile icon at the bottom right of the screen. This takes you to your profile page, where you'll see your display name and profile picture at the top.

Look for the settings gear icon — it's usually in the top right corner of your profile screen. Tap it to open your settings. Scroll down until you see "Account" or "Account Information". Under that section, you'll see a field labeled "Username". That's your Spotify username. You can tap it to copy it to your clipboard.

Finding your username on the Spotify web player

Go to spotify.com and log in if you're not already signed in. In the top right corner, click your profile icon or your display name. A dropdown menu will appear with several options.

Click "Account" from that menu. This takes you to your account overview page. On this page, you'll see your username listed in the account details section — usually near the top, alongside your email address and subscription type. Copy it from there if you need to share it or use it elsewhere.

What to do if you can't find a username field

If you created your Spotify account using Facebook, Apple ID, or Google, Spotify generated a username for you automatically rather than letting you choose one. This username still exists and functions the same way — it's just something you didn't pick yourself.

If you're looking at your account settings and see no "Username" field at all, try logging out and logging back in, or try accessing your account from a different device or browser. Sometimes the interface displays differently depending on your device or app version. If you're still not seeing it after trying both the app and the web player, contact Spotify Support through the help section in your account settings.

How your username differs from your display name

Your display name is what other Spotify users see next to your playlists, your profile, and your activity. You can change your display name as often as you want by going back into your account settings and editing the "Display Name" or "Public Profile Name" field.

Your username, by contrast, never changes. It's the permanent handle attached to your account. When someone wants to follow you or share your profile, they're sharing a link that includes your username. If you change your display name, that link still works because it's based on your username, not your display name.

Where you'll actually use your Spotify username

You need your username when someone asks for your Spotify profile link to follow you. Your profile URL looks like this: open.spotify.com/user/[your-username]. You might also need it if you're troubleshooting account issues with Spotify Support, or if you're using a third-party app or service that connects to Spotify and asks for your username to verify your account.

Most of the time, though, you won't need to think about your username at all. Spotify handles most sharing and following through buttons and links built into the app. But if someone sends you a direct message asking for your username, now you know exactly where to find it.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my Spotify username?

No. Your username is permanent and cannot be changed. If you want a different username, you would need to create a new Spotify account. Your display name, however, can be changed anytime in your account settings.

Is my username the same as my email address?

No. Your email address and username are separate. You log in with your email address, but your username is a different identifier used for your public profile and sharing. You can see both in your account settings.

What if I forgot my username and need to log in?

You don't need your username to log in to Spotify. Use your email address and password instead. Your username is only used for sharing your profile or for public identification, not for logging in.

Does my username show up on my profile publicly?

Yes. Your username appears in your profile URL and is visible to anyone who visits your profile. If your profile is public, anyone can see your username, playlists, and activity. You can adjust your profile privacy settings in your account settings if you want to limit who can see your activity.