Check Your Spotify Account Settings
Your Spotify username appears in your account settings, and you can reach it from either the desktop app or the web player. Open Spotify, click your profile icon in the top right corner, and select "Account" from the dropdown menu. This takes you to your account page on Spotify's website, where your username is displayed near the top under your profile name.
If you are using the mobile app, tap the home icon, then your profile picture in the top right, and select "View Profile." Your username appears at the top of your profile page, often preceded by an @ symbol. Write it down exactly as it appears — usernames are case-sensitive in some contexts, though Spotify itself treats them as case-insensitive for login purposes.
Key Takeaways
- Your username is in your account settings under your profile name, accessible from the profile icon in the top right of Spotify.
- The web player shows your username on your account page; the mobile app shows it on your profile view.
- Your username is different from your display name — the display name is what friends see, while the username is your unique identifier.
- If you cannot find your username in settings, check the URL of your public profile, which contains your username after the forward slash.
Look at Your Public Profile URL
Another way to find your username is through your public profile link. In your account settings, look for the option to view or share your public profile. Spotify generates a URL that looks like open.spotify.com/user/yourusername — the text after the final forward slash is your username.
You can also right-click your profile picture anywhere in Spotify and select "Copy link to profile" (on desktop) or share your profile and copy the link from the share menu (on mobile). Paste the URL into a text editor or browser address bar to see your username clearly.
Understand the Difference Between Username and Display Name
Spotify lets you set a display name separately from your username. Your display name is what your friends see next to your activity and playlists. Your username is the unique identifier behind the scenes — it is what you use to log in and what appears in your profile URL.
If you changed your display name after creating your account, your original username remains the same. This is why your display name and username may look completely different. If you want to change your username, you cannot do that directly in settings — you would need to contact Spotify support, and even then, username changes are limited.
Find Your Username on a Shared Playlist or Follower List
If you have shared a playlist or followed someone, your username may be visible to them. Ask a friend who follows you to click on your name in their followers list or on a playlist you created. Your profile page will show your username in the URL bar at the top of the browser.
This method works if you have already shared your profile with someone but cannot access your own account settings for some reason. It is slower than checking settings directly, but it confirms what your username is if you are uncertain.
What to Do If You Cannot Remember Your Username
If you cannot log in and do not remember your username, use your email address instead. Spotify accepts either your username or your email address at the login screen. Enter the email address associated with your account, and you will be logged in.
Once you are logged in, go to your account settings and write down your username. If you still cannot access your account, visit Spotify's account recovery page and follow the steps to reset your password or recover your account. Spotify support can also help you identify your account if you provide the email address and other details.
Why You Might Need Your Username
Your username is useful when you want to share your profile with someone who does not have you as a contact, or when you are setting up integrations with third-party apps that connect to Spotify. Some music apps and websites ask for your Spotify username to pull your listening data or sync playlists.
You may also need your username if you are troubleshooting account issues with Spotify support, or if you want to create a direct link to your profile to share on social media or in a forum. Knowing your username makes these tasks straightforward.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is my Spotify username the same as my email address?
No. Your username and email address are separate. You can log in with either one, but they are different pieces of information. Your username is what appears in your profile URL and what friends see when they visit your profile.
Can I change my Spotify username?
Spotify does not allow you to change your username through settings. If you need a different username, contact Spotify support to request a change. They may be able to help, but username changes are not may provide and are limited to certain situations.
What if my display name and username are different?
That is normal. Your display name is what appears next to your activity and playlists for friends to see. Your username is your account identifier. You can change your display name anytime in settings, but your username stays the same unless Spotify support changes it.
Do I need my username to log into Spotify?
No. You can log in with your email address instead. Spotify accepts both your username and your email at the login screen, so you do not have to remember your username to access your account.
Where do I see my username on the mobile app?
Tap your profile picture at the bottom right, then tap "View Profile." Your username appears at the top of your profile page, usually with an @ symbol in front of it.