Where to find your username on Spotify

Your Spotify username is a unique identifier that appears in your profile URL and is separate from your display name. You can find it by opening Spotify on any device, going to your profile, and looking at the web address — the username is the string of characters after open.spotify.com/user/. On the desktop or mobile app, tap your profile picture in the top right, select "Profile," and the username appears below your display name.

If you signed up using Facebook or Apple ID instead of creating a Spotify account directly, Spotify assigned you a username automatically. This username cannot be changed once created, so if you see a long string of numbers and letters, that is your permanent identifier.

Key Takeaways

  • Your Spotify username is the text after open.spotify.com/user/ when you visit your profile on the web.
  • On the Spotify app, your username appears on your profile page below your display name.
  • Usernames are permanent and cannot be edited, even if you change your display name.
  • Your display name (the one friends see) is different from your username and can be changed anytime in settings.
  • If you do not recognize your username, you likely signed up through Facebook or Apple and were assigned one automatically.

Finding your username on desktop

Open Spotify on your computer and log in. Click your profile picture in the top right corner of the window, then select "Profile" from the dropdown menu. Your profile page will load, and your username appears directly below your display name in a smaller font.

Alternatively, look at the URL in your browser's address bar while you are on your profile page. The username is the part that comes after open.spotify.com/user/. This method works whether you are on Windows, Mac, or any computer with a web browser.

Finding your username on mobile

Open the Spotify app on your phone or tablet and tap the profile icon (usually your profile picture) in the bottom right corner. This takes you to your profile page. Your username appears below your display name on this screen.

If you are using the web version of Spotify on your phone's browser, the process is the same as desktop: tap your profile picture, select "Profile," and read your username from the page.

The difference between username and display name

Many people confuse these two because they serve different purposes. Your display name is what your friends see next to your playlists and activity. You can change your display name anytime by going to Settings and editing your profile information. Your username, by contrast, is permanent and cannot be changed. It is the identifier Spotify uses in URLs and for technical purposes.

If you want friends to see a different name than your username, you can set a custom display name in your profile settings. This does not affect your username or the URL of your profile.

What to do if you cannot find your username

If you are logged into Spotify but do not see a username listed on your profile, you may have signed up using a social login (Facebook or Apple ID). In this case, Spotify created a username for you automatically, usually a combination of letters and numbers. This username still appears in your profile URL even if it is not prominently displayed on your profile page.

Check your browser's address bar while viewing your profile on the web version of Spotify. The URL will show your username clearly. If you still cannot locate it, contact Spotify Support through the app or website — they can confirm your username and help you understand your account setup.

Why you might need your Spotify username

Spotify usernames are useful when you want to share your profile with someone or collaborate on playlists. Some third-party apps and services that integrate with Spotify also ask for your username. Knowing where to find it saves time when these situations come up.

Your username is also what appears in the URL when someone visits your public profile, so it is the permanent link to your Spotify presence online.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my Spotify username?

No. Spotify usernames are permanent and cannot be changed once your account is created. If you want a different name displayed to friends, you can change your display name instead, which does not affect your username or profile URL.

Is my username the same as my email address?

No. Your email address is what you use to log in, but your username is a separate identifier. You may have signed up with an email but been assigned a different username, especially if you used a social login like Facebook or Apple ID.

Can other people see my username?

Yes. Your username is visible in your profile URL and on your public profile page. Anyone with the link to your profile can see your username, though they cannot use it to access your account — only you can log in with your email and password.

What if my username is just numbers and letters with no meaning?

That is normal. Spotify auto-generates usernames for accounts created through social login or when a preferred username was already taken. This random string is your permanent username, even if it does not match your display name.

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 and integrating with third-party services.