Your username is the handle Spotify assigned when you created your account
Your Spotify username is the unique name tied to your account — not your display name, not your email address. It's what appears in your profile URL and what other people use to find you on Spotify. If you've never looked for it, you might not know what it is, but it's stored in your account settings and takes less than a minute to locate.
The method depends on whether you're on a phone, computer, or the web. All three routes lead to the same place: your profile settings. Once you know where to look, you'll see it clearly labeled.
Key Takeaways
- Your Spotify username is a unique handle assigned at account creation, separate from your display name or email.
- On desktop or web, open your profile menu and select "Account" to see your username listed under your name.
- On mobile, go to your profile by tapping your picture, and your username appears directly below your display name.
- Your username is permanent and cannot be changed once created, though you can change your display name anytime.
- If you signed up through Facebook or Apple, you may not have a traditional username and will be identified by display name instead.
Finding your username on the Spotify web player or desktop app
Open Spotify on your computer or go to spotify.com in your browser. In the top right corner, click the profile icon (your picture or initials in a circle). A dropdown menu appears with several options including "Account," "Settings," and "Log out."
Click "Account" from that menu. You'll land on your account overview page. Near the top, under your display name, you'll see a line that says "Username:" followed by your actual username. This is the handle you need if someone asks for your Spotify profile name or if you're sharing your profile link with someone who wants to search for you directly.
Finding your username on the Spotify mobile app
Open the Spotify app on your phone. Tap the home icon at the bottom of the screen, then look for your profile picture in the top right corner and tap it. This takes you to your profile view where all your account information is displayed.
At the top of your profile card, you'll see your display name in larger text. Directly below it, in smaller gray text, is your username. If you don't see it when ready, scroll up slightly — it should be visible near the top of the screen, above your follower count and any playlists you've created.
Understanding the difference between username and display name
Many people confuse these two because Spotify lets you change one but not the other. Your display name is what your friends see next to your activity and what you can edit anytime you want. Your username is permanent and was created when you first set up your account, locked in from that moment forward.
If you created your account years ago and don't remember what you chose, that original username is still there. You cannot change it, but you can change your display name to something completely different. This is why some people have a username that looks outdated or random — it's frozen in time from the day they signed up. Your display name, by contrast, can be updated as often as you like.
What to do if you can't find your username
If you've looked in your account settings and don't see a username listed anywhere, you may have created your account through Facebook or Apple. Accounts linked to social platforms sometimes don't have a separate Spotify username assigned. In that case, your profile is identified by your display name and email address instead.
You can still share your profile with others — Spotify generates a shareable link regardless of whether you have a traditional username. Look for a "Share Profile" option in your profile menu, and you can send that link to friends or anyone who wants to follow you. The link works the same way whether you have a username or not.
Why you might need your username
Spotify usernames come up in a few real situations. If someone wants to follow you on Spotify, they might ask for your username to search for you directly rather than scrolling through their contacts. Some third-party apps that work with Spotify (like playlist generators or music statistics tools) ask for your username to pull your data and show you insights about your listening habits.
You might also need it if you're troubleshooting an account issue with Spotify support and they ask you to confirm your account details. In most everyday use, you won't need it — Spotify's search function works fine with display names. But it's useful to know where to find it when the situation does arise.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I change my Spotify username?
No. Your username is permanent and cannot be changed once your account is created. You can change your display name, which is what most people see, but the underlying username stays the same. If you dislike your username, your only option is to create a new Spotify account.
Is my username the same as my email address?
No. Your email is what you use to log in, but your username is a separate handle. You can have an email like jane.smith@gmail.com and a username like jsmith1987. They're two different identifiers that serve different purposes.
What if I signed up with Facebook or Apple?
Accounts created through social login often don't have a traditional username. Instead, Spotify uses your display name and email to identify you. You can still share your profile and be found by friends, but you won't see a username field in your settings.
Can other people see my username?
Yes. Your username is public and visible on your profile to anyone who visits it. It's also part of your shareable profile link. If you want privacy, you can adjust your profile visibility settings to limit who sees your activity, but your username itself remains visible.
Why does my username look like random numbers and letters?
Spotify sometimes auto-generates usernames if you don't create one during signup, or if your chosen name was already taken. These generated usernames are permanent, so you're stuck with them unless you create a new account. Your display name can be anything you want, so most people use that instead.