Finding your Spotify username

Your Spotify username is the handle you chose when you created your account — the name that appears on your profile and in the URL when someone visits your public profile. If you set up Spotify through Facebook or Apple ID, you may not have created a traditional username at all, and Spotify assigned you one automatically.

The fastest way to find it is to open Spotify on any device and go to your profile. On desktop, click your profile icon in the top right corner and select "Profile". On mobile, tap the Home icon, then your profile picture at the top right. Your username appears directly under your display name — it's the one-word (or hyphenated) handle without spaces.

If you're logged out and can't remember your username, go to the Spotify login page and click "Can't log in?" Then enter the email address associated with your account. Spotify will show you the username linked to that email, or offer to send you a password reset link if you need one.

Key Takeaways

  • Your Spotify username is visible in your profile settings on any device where you're logged in, appearing directly under your display name.
  • If you're logged out, use the "Can't log in?" link on the Spotify login page and enter your email to see your username.
  • Spotify usernames are permanent and cannot be changed once created, so you'll need to remember or look it up each time you share your profile.
  • Your password is separate from your username and can be reset through email if you forget it, but your username itself cannot be reset or recovered any other way.

Resetting your Spotify password

If you've forgotten your password, you cannot retrieve the old one — Spotify does not store passwords in a way that allows them to be shown to you. Instead, you reset it by creating a new one.

Go to the Spotify login page and click "Can't log in?" Enter the email address associated with your account. Spotify sends a password reset link to that email. Click the link (it expires after a few hours), and you'll be taken to a page where you create a new password. The new password takes effect when ready.

If you don't see the reset email in your inbox, check your spam or junk folder — sometimes email filters catch it. If it's not there either, make sure you're using the correct email address. You can try the "Can't log in?" process again with a different email if you're unsure which one you used.

What to do if you can't access your email

Password resets rely on email access, so if you no longer have access to the email address linked to your Spotify account, you'll need to contact Spotify Support directly. Go to support.spotify.com and click "Contact Us" at the bottom of the page. Describe your situation — that you can't access your email and need to reset your password or change the email on file.

Spotify Support will ask you to verify your identity by providing information about your account, such as your username, the date you created it, or payment details if you have a paid subscription. This process can take several days. Have any information you remember about the account ready before you contact them.

Protecting your username and password

Your username is public information — anyone can see it if they visit your profile or you share it. Your password, however, should never be shared with anyone, including Spotify employees. Spotify Support will never ask for your password.

If you use the same password across multiple services, consider changing it on those other services too. A strong password for Spotify includes uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols, and is at least 12 characters long. Avoid passwords based on personal information like birthdays or pet names.

If you think someone else has access to your account, change your password when ready. Then review your account settings to check if the email address or payment method has been changed. If you see unfamiliar activity, contact Spotify Support with details of what you've noticed.

Logging in with social accounts

If you created your Spotify account using Facebook, Apple ID, or Google, you don't have a traditional Spotify password. Instead, you log in through that social account. Your Spotify username still exists and is visible in your profile, but you won't use a separate password to access Spotify.

To log in, open Spotify and select "Log in with Facebook," "Log in with Apple," or "Log in with Google" — whichever you used to create the account. You'll be asked to confirm access, and then you're logged into Spotify. If you forget the password to your Facebook, Apple, or Google account, you'll need to reset that password through that service, not through Spotify.

If you want to switch from social login to a traditional Spotify password, go to your account settings on the Spotify website, find the "Password" section, and create one. After that, you can log in using either method.

Where to find your username if you're sharing your profile

When you want to share your Spotify profile with someone, you're sharing your username, not your password. Your profile URL looks like this: open.spotify.com/user/[your-username]. You can find this link in your profile settings — click your profile icon, select "Profile," and look for a share button or copy the URL from your browser's address bar.

Sharing your username and profile link is safe. It only shows people your public profile, which displays your playlists, followers, and listening activity if you've made those public. It does not give anyone access to your account, payment information, or password.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my Spotify username?

No. Spotify usernames are permanent and cannot be changed once created. If you strongly dislike your username, your only option is to create a new Spotify account with a different email address and choose a new username. Your old account, playlists, and listening history will remain on the original account.

What's the difference between my display name and my username?

Your display name is what appears on your profile and can be changed anytime — it's often your real name or a nickname. Your username is the handle you chose at signup and cannot be changed. Both are visible in your profile, but only your username is used in your profile URL.

Is my Spotify password the same as my email password?

No. Your Spotify password is separate from your email password. If you used the same password for both by coincidence, changing one does not change the other. Spotify and your email provider are different services with different security systems.

What if I forgot my username and the email associated with my account?

Contact Spotify Support through support.spotify.com. Explain that you've lost access to both your username and email. They'll ask you to verify your identity using other account details like your subscription information or the date you created the account. This process takes longer than a standard password reset.

Can someone log into my Spotify account if they know my username?

No. Your username alone is not enough to log in — they would also need your password. Your username is public information, but your password is what protects your account. Keep your password private and change it if you suspect someone knows it.