Where to find your username on Spotify

Your Spotify username is visible in your account settings on any device where you're logged in. The fastest way is to open Spotify on your phone or computer, go to your profile, and look for the username displayed under your display name — it's the handle that starts with no spaces or special characters, the one you'd give someone if they wanted to search for your public profile.

If you're on a computer, click your profile icon in the top right corner and select "Profile". Your username appears near the top of the page. On a phone, tap the home icon, then your profile picture in the top right, and you'll see your username listed under your display name. Write it down or take a screenshot if you need it for something else.

Key Takeaways

  • Your Spotify username is different from your display name and appears in your profile settings on any device.
  • On desktop, click your profile icon in the top right and select "Profile" to see your username when ready.
  • On mobile, tap your profile picture from the home screen and look under your display name for your username.
  • Your username is permanent and cannot be changed once your account is created.

Finding your username on desktop Spotify

Open Spotify on your computer and log in if you're not already. Look for your profile icon — a small circle with either your photo or a generic avatar — in the top right corner of the window next to the search bar.

Click that icon and a dropdown menu will appear. Select "Profile" from the list. The page that opens shows your display name at the top in large text. Directly underneath or to the side, you'll see your username in smaller text. This is the handle you're looking for.

Finding your username on mobile Spotify

Open the Spotify app on your phone and make sure you're logged in. Tap the home icon at the bottom of the screen (it looks like a house). In the top right corner, you'll see your profile picture or avatar — tap it.

This takes you to your profile page. Your display name appears at the top, and your username is listed directly below it. The username will look like a single word or phrase with no spaces. If you need to share it or use it elsewhere, you can take a screenshot or write it down from this screen.

What your username looks like

Your Spotify username is always a single string with no spaces — something like "jsmith1987" or "musiclover42" or "alex.jones". It's different from your display name, which can include spaces and special characters like "J. Smith" or "Music Lover".

The username is permanent. Spotify does not allow you to change it after your account is created, so if you need it for sharing your profile or connecting with friends, this is the only version you'll ever have. If you've forgotten it, the steps above will show you exactly what it is.

Using your username to share your profile

Once you know your username, you can share your Spotify profile with others. On desktop, go to your profile page, right-click your username, and copy the link. On mobile, tap the three dots next to your name and select "Share Profile" to get a link you can send to friends.

When someone visits your profile using your username, they'll see your public playlists, the songs you've saved, and what you're currently listening to (if you haven't turned off that setting). Your username is the easiest way for people to find your profile without needing your email address.

If you can't find your username

If you're logged into Spotify but don't see a username on your profile page, you may have a very old account created before Spotify assigned usernames automatically. In this case, go to your account settings on the Spotify website (not the app). Click "Edit Profile" and look for a username field — if it's blank, you can create one there.

If you're still not seeing it, make sure you're looking at your own profile and not someone else's. Your profile always appears when you click your profile icon from the home screen. If you're on someone else's profile, you'll see their username instead of yours.

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 username, you would need to create a new Spotify account, which means starting over with playlists and saved songs.

Is my username the same as my email address?

No. Your username and email address are separate. You log into Spotify with your email address, but your username is what other people use to find your public profile. They are not the same thing.

Can other people see my username?

Yes. Your username is public and visible to anyone who visits your profile. If you share your profile link or username with someone, they can see it along with your public playlists and listening activity (depending on your privacy settings).

What if I forgot my password but remember my username?

Go to the Spotify login page and click "Can't log in?" Enter your email address (not your username) and Spotify will send you a password reset link. You need your email to recover your account, not your username.