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 a gear icon in the top right), select "Account" or "Settings", and look for a field labeled "Username" — it's the handle you chose when you created your account, not your display name.

If you're on a computer, the fastest route is the web player at spotify.com. Log in, click your profile icon in the top right corner, select "Account", and your username appears near the top of the page under your email address. On mobile, tap the home icon, then your profile picture in the top right, then "View Profile" — your username displays at the top of your profile card.

Your username is permanent and cannot be changed once created. It's different from your display name, which you can edit anytime. The display name is what other users see when you share playlists or follow them; the username is what you use to log in and what appears in your Spotify profile URL.

Key Takeaways

  • Your username appears in Account settings on the web player or in your profile on the mobile app.
  • Your username is the handle you created at signup and is permanent — it cannot be changed.
  • Your display name is separate and can be edited anytime without affecting your username.
  • Your username is part of your Spotify profile URL, which takes the form spotify.com/user/yourusername.

Checking your profile URL

Another way to see your username is to look at your profile URL. On the web player, click your profile picture and select "Profile" — the URL in your browser's address bar will show spotify.com/user/yourusername. That string after /user/ is your username.

On mobile, tap your profile picture, then the three dots in the top right, and select "Share Profile". The share sheet will show your profile link. You can also copy this link and paste it into a notes app to read the username clearly.

If you forgot your username

If you cannot remember your username and cannot access your account, you can recover it through the Spotify login page. Go to spotify.com/login, click "Can't log in?", and enter the email address associated with your account. Spotify will send you a password reset link; after you reset your password and log in, your username will be visible in your account settings.

If you no longer have access to the email address you used to create the account, you'll need to contact Spotify Support directly. Visit support.spotify.com, select "Account and login", then "I can't log in", and choose the option that matches your situation. Spotify Support can verify your identity and help you regain access.

Why you might need your username

Your username is useful when you want to share your profile with others in a format that's straightforward to type or remember. Instead of sending a long profile link, you can straightforward tell someone your username and they can search for you directly in Spotify. It's also the handle that appears in collaborative playlists and when other users follow you.

Some third-party music apps and websites that connect to Spotify also ask for your username to pull your listening data or create custom statistics. Always verify that these apps are legitimate before sharing your username, and never share your password.

The difference between username and display name

Your display name is what appears on your profile and in playlists you create or contribute to. You can change your display name anytime by going to Account settings and editing the "Display name" field. Your username, by contrast, is locked in and cannot be edited.

This separation exists because your username is tied to your account security and login credentials, while your display name is purely for how you appear to other users. You could have a username like "spotify_user_12345" but a display name like "Alex" — other users would see "Alex" on your profile, but your actual username would be the longer string.

Finding someone else's username

If you want to find another user's username, visit their profile on Spotify and look at the URL in your browser. The username appears after /user/ in the address bar. On mobile, tap the three dots on their profile and select "Share Profile" to see the full link with their username included.

You can also search for users by their display name in Spotify's search bar, but the search results show display names, not usernames. Once you click on a profile, the username becomes visible in the URL or through the share option.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my Spotify username?

No, your username is permanent and cannot be changed once created. If you want a different username, you would need to create a new Spotify account. You can change your display name anytime, which is what other users see on your profile.

Is my username the same as my email address?

No, they are separate. Your email is what you use to log in alongside your password, while your username is a separate handle you chose during signup. You can log in with either your email or your username, but they are not the same thing.

What if I see a different name on my profile than what I remember?

That's your display name, which you can edit anytime. Your actual username is in your Account settings. Display names are what show up publicly, while your username is the permanent identifier behind the scenes.

Can someone find me on Spotify if they only know my username?

Yes, they can search for your username in Spotify's search bar and find your profile. This is why usernames are useful for sharing — they're easier to remember and type than a full profile link.

Is it safe to share my username?

Yes, sharing your username is safe. It's a public identifier designed to be shared. Never share your password, but your username can be given to anyone who wants to find or follow your profile.