Where to find your username on Spotify
Your Spotify username is visible in your account settings on any device where you are signed in. The fastest way is to open Spotify, click or tap your profile icon (usually in the top right corner), select "Profile," and look for the username displayed at the top of that page — it is the name that appears after the @ symbol, not your display name.
If you are on a computer, you can also go to account.spotify.com in a web browser, sign in, and find your username listed under "Username" in the account overview section. On a phone or tablet, the same information is in the app under your profile settings.
Your username is permanent and cannot be changed once created. It is different from your display name, which is what other users see when you share playlists or follow them — your display name can be edited anytime, but your username stays the same.
Key Takeaways
- Your username appears in your profile settings on the Spotify app or at account.spotify.com, always preceded by an @ symbol.
- Your username is not the same as your display name — the display name is what friends see, while the username is your account identifier.
- Usernames are permanent and cannot be changed after you create your account.
- If you created your account with Facebook or Apple ID, your username was generated automatically and is still visible in the same places.
- You will need your username if you want to share your profile link or if someone asks for it to follow you directly.
Finding your username on the Spotify app
Open the Spotify app on your phone, tablet, or computer. In the top right corner, you will see a circular icon with your profile picture or initials — tap or click that icon.
A menu will drop down or open. Select "Profile" from the options shown. Your profile page will load, and your username will be displayed prominently near the top, usually right under your display name. It will have an @ symbol in front of it.
If you do not see a profile icon in the top right, you may be on the free version of Spotify with a different layout. Look for a menu icon (three horizontal lines) and select "Settings" or "Account," where your username will also be listed.
Finding your username on the Spotify website
Go to account.spotify.com in any web browser and sign in with your email and password. Once you are logged in, you will land on your account overview page.
Look for a section labeled "Username" — it will be displayed as plain text, not as a field you can edit. This is your permanent account username. You can copy it directly from this page if you need to share it with someone.
If you do not see the username field when ready, scroll down the page or look for a tab labeled "Account" or "Profile" to find it.
What to do if you cannot find your username
If you signed up for Spotify using your Facebook account or Apple ID, your username was created automatically. It may not be the same as your name or email address. Check your profile page again — scroll all the way to the top and look for text that starts with @.
If you are still unable to locate it, sign out of Spotify completely and sign back in. Sometimes the profile page does not load fully on the first try. After signing back in, go directly to your profile and refresh the page if needed.
If you are using a shared device or account, make sure you are signed in as the correct user. Each Spotify account has its own unique username, so if multiple people use the same device, you need to be logged in as yourself to see your own username.
Why you might need your username
Your username is the unique identifier for your Spotify account. You will need it if you want to share your profile link directly with someone — the link format is spotify.com/user/[your-username]. It is also used if someone wants to follow your account by searching for you by username rather than by your display name.
Some third-party music services and apps also ask for your Spotify username to connect to your account. Having your username handy makes these connections faster and more reliable than trying to remember your email or display name.
The difference between username and display name
Your username is a permanent identifier created when you sign up. It cannot be changed, and it is what Spotify uses internally to identify your account. Your display name is what other users see when you share playlists, follow them, or appear in their followers list. You can change your display name anytime by going to your profile settings and editing it.
For example, your username might be "spotify.user.12345," but your display name could be "Alex." When you share a playlist with a friend, they see "Alex" shared it, not "spotify.user.12345." However, if someone wants to find your profile directly, they would search for or use your username.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I change my Spotify username?
No, your username is permanent and cannot be changed once your account is created. If you need a different username, you would have to create a new Spotify account. However, you can change your display name anytime, which is what most people see when you interact with them on Spotify.
Is my username the same as my email address?
Not necessarily. If you signed up with an email address, Spotify may have created a username based on part of your email, but it is often different. Check your profile to see what your actual username is — it will be listed separately from your email address in your account settings.
What if I forgot my username and cannot sign in?
If you cannot sign in to Spotify, go to the login page and select "Can't log in?" You can reset your password using your email address. Once you reset your password and sign back in, your username will be visible in your profile settings.
Can other people see my username?
Yes, your username is public. Anyone can see it if they visit your profile page or if you share your profile link with them. However, most people see your display name rather than your username when you interact with them on Spotify.
Do I need my username to log in to Spotify?
No, you log in with your email address and password, not your username. Your username is only used for sharing your profile or connecting with other services that request it.