Where to find your username on Spotify

Your Spotify username is in your account settings, and the path depends on whether you use the app or a web browser. On the desktop or mobile app, tap the profile icon (usually your picture or initials in the top right), select "Profile," and your username appears at the top of that page. On the web at spotify.com, click your profile icon in the top right, choose "Account," and your username is listed under your display name.

The username is different from your display name. Your display name is what friends see when you share playlists or follow each other. Your username is the unique handle Spotify assigned when you created your account — it never changes and is what you use to log in if you didn't sign up with Facebook, Apple, or Google.

If you signed up using Facebook, Apple ID, or Google, you may not have a traditional Spotify username. In that case, Spotify uses your email address to log you in instead. You can still create a username in your account settings if you want one for sharing purposes.

Key Takeaways

  • Your username appears in your Profile section on the app or in Account settings on the web — it's the unique handle you use to log in.
  • Your username is different from your display name, which is what friends see on their screens.
  • If you signed up with Facebook, Apple, or Google, you log in with your email instead, but you can create a username later if you want one.
  • Your username never changes once it's created, even if you change your display name or email address.

Finding your username on the Spotify mobile app

Open Spotify and look for your profile icon in the bottom right corner on iOS or the top right on Android. Tap it to open your profile page. At the top of the screen, you'll see your display name in large text. Directly below that, in smaller gray text, is your username — the one-word or hyphenated handle without spaces.

If you don't see a username listed, you signed up using Facebook, Apple ID, or Google. Scroll down on that same profile page and look for a "Create a username" button. Tapping it lets you set one up in a few seconds. Once created, you can share it with friends or use it for Spotify links.

Finding your username on the Spotify web player

Go to spotify.com and log in if you're not already. Click your profile icon in the top right corner — it's usually a small circle with your picture or initials. A dropdown menu appears. Select "Account" from that menu.

On the Account page, your username is listed near the top under your display name. If you see only your email address and no username, you'll see a "Create a username" option below it. Click that to set one up. The page also shows your account type (Free or Premium), email address, and country.

What to do if you can't find your username

If you've checked your profile and account settings and still don't see a username, you most likely signed up through a third-party service like Facebook or Apple ID. Spotify doesn't automatically create a username for these accounts — you have to make one yourself.

To create one, go to your Account settings (on the web) or Profile (on the app) and look for "Create a username" or "Set a username." Click or tap it and enter the username you want. Spotify will tell you if it's already taken. Usernames can contain letters, numbers, hyphens, and underscores, but no spaces. Once you create one, you can use it to log in from that point forward, though your email will still work too.

Why you might need your username

Your username is useful for sharing Spotify links with friends. When you create a shareable link to your profile, playlist, or song, it often includes your username in the URL. Friends can click that link to follow you or listen to what you're sharing without having to search for you by name.

If you use Spotify on multiple devices, your username is also the login option if you prefer not to use your email or social media account. Some people find it easier to remember than an email address, especially if they share a device with family members.

Changing or resetting your username

Once you create a Spotify username, you cannot change it. If you want a different one, you have to contact Spotify Support to request a reset. They can reset your username once, after which you can create a new one. This process takes a few days, so plan ahead if you need a different username for sharing purposes.

Your display name, by contrast, can be changed anytime in your account settings. This is what friends see, and changing it doesn't affect your username or login credentials. If you want a different name visible to friends but don't want to go through a username reset, just update your display name instead.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is my username the same as my email address?

No. Your username is a separate handle you create or that Spotify assigned when you signed up. Your email is what you use to log in if you didn't sign up through Facebook or Apple. You can have both and use either one to log in, but they're different things.

Can I see someone else's Spotify username?

Yes. When someone shares their profile link with you or you follow them, their username appears in the URL and on their profile page. You can also search for people by username in the Spotify app if they've made their profile public.

What if I forgot my username and can't log in?

Use your email address to log in instead. On the Spotify login page, enter your email and password. If you don't remember your password, click "Can't log in?" and Spotify will send you a reset link. Once you're logged in, you can find your username in your account settings.

Can I have spaces or special characters in my username?

No. Spotify usernames can only contain letters, numbers, hyphens, and underscores. Spaces and most special characters aren't allowed. If the username you want has a space, try replacing it with a hyphen or underscore instead.

Does my username change if I change my password?

No. Your username stays the same no matter what you change about your account. Changing your password, email, display name, or country doesn't affect your username. It's permanent unless you request a reset from Spotify Support.