Where to find your username in Spotify settings

Your Spotify username is in your account settings, and the path depends on whether you're using the app or a web browser. On any device, go to your profile picture or account icon (usually in the top right corner), then select "Account" or "Settings". Look for a section labeled "Username" or "Profile" — your username appears there as a single word or string of characters without spaces.

If you signed up with Facebook or Apple ID instead of creating a Spotify account directly, your username may be an auto-generated string of numbers and letters rather than something you chose. This is still your official username for sharing playlists, adding friends, or letting others find your profile.

Key Takeaways

  • Your username is stored in your account settings under "Profile" or "Account", accessible from your profile picture in the top right.
  • If you signed up through Facebook or Apple, Spotify may have created a username for you automatically instead of letting you choose one.
  • Your username is different from your display name — the display name is what friends see, while the username is what appears in your profile URL.
  • You can change your username once every 30 days through the same settings menu where you found it.

The difference between username and display name

Spotify lets you set two different identifiers: a username and a display name. Your username is permanent (or nearly so — you can change it monthly) and appears in your profile URL and when you share playlists. Your display name is what your friends see next to your activity, and you can change it as often as you want.

If you're looking for what to share with someone so they can find you, ask yourself whether they need to search for you or click a link. If they're clicking a link you send, the username is already in the URL. If they're searching your name in Spotify's search bar, they'll find you by your display name.

Finding your username on desktop

Open Spotify on your computer and click your profile picture in the top right corner. Select "Account" from the dropdown menu. On the page that opens, look for the "Username" field — it's usually near the top, below your email address. The username appears as a single line of text without spaces.

If you don't see a "Username" field and instead see only a display name, scroll down the page or check whether you're in the right section. Some accounts show the username in a separate "Profile" tab rather than the main account settings.

Finding your username on mobile

On the Spotify app for iPhone or Android, tap your profile picture at the bottom right of the screen. Tap "Account" or "Settings" (the exact wording varies by device). Scroll to find "Username" — on most phones it appears in the profile section near your email address. Your username displays as a single string without spaces.

If the app shows only a display name and no username field, try opening Spotify in a web browser on your phone instead. The web version often displays the username more clearly than the mobile app.

What to do if you can't find your username

If you've checked your account settings and see no username field, you may have a very old account created before Spotify required usernames, or your account may be linked to a social media login that doesn't display a traditional username. In this case, open Spotify in a web browser and go to your profile page. The URL itself contains your username — it appears after "open.spotify.com/user/" as a string of characters.

Copy that string from the URL and use it as your username when sharing your profile or adding friends. If the URL shows only numbers or a long random string, that's your auto-generated username. You can change it to something more memorable by going to your account settings and selecting "Edit Profile" or "Change Username".

Changing your username if you want something different

You can change your username once every 30 days. Go to your account settings, find the username field, and click "Edit" or the pencil icon next to it. Type your new username — it must be between 3 and 30 characters, contain no spaces, and use only letters, numbers, and underscores. Click "Save" or "Confirm" to explore the change.

After you change your username, your old username becomes available for someone else to claim after a waiting period. Any links you shared using your old username will no longer work, so update your profile links anywhere you've posted them online.

Sharing your username with others

Once you know your username, you can share it in two ways. You can send the direct link to your profile — this is the easiest method because the person just clicks and arrives at your profile without typing anything. Or you can give them your username and they can search for you in Spotify's search bar.

The direct link format is always open.spotify.com/user/[your-username]. If you're unsure whether someone has found the right profile, ask them to check your display name or look at your follower count — that way they know they're following the correct person.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is my username the same as my email address?

No. Your email is what you use to log in, while your username is a separate identifier for your public profile. You can change your username, but your email address is tied to your account login and cannot be changed to a different email without creating a new account.

Can I use my username to log in to Spotify?

No. Spotify requires your email address and password to log in, not your username. Your username is only for sharing your profile and connecting with other users.

What if someone else took the username I want?

Usernames are first-come, first-served. If the username you want is taken, you'll need to choose a different one. You can try adding numbers or underscores to make a variation of the name you wanted.

Does changing my username affect my playlists or followers?

Your playlists and followers stay with your account when you change your username. However, any direct links you shared using your old username will stop working, so you'll need to share new links if you want people to find you by the old URL.

Why does my username look like random numbers?

If you signed up through Facebook, Apple, or another social login, Spotify auto-generated a username for you instead of letting you create one. You can change it to something more personal by editing your username in account settings, as long as your preferred name isn't already taken.