The fastest way to find your own Spotify username

Open Spotify on your phone or computer and go to your account settings. On mobile, tap the profile icon at the bottom right, then tap "Profile". On desktop, click your profile icon in the top right corner and select "Profile". Your username appears near the top of the page, below your display name if you have one. If you see only a display name and no separate username field, your account uses a display name instead — Spotify allows both, and either one works for sharing.

Write down exactly what you see. Spotify usernames are case-sensitive, meaning uppercase and lowercase letters matter when someone tries to find you. If your username is "JohnSmith42", sharing it as "johnsmith42" will make it harder for others to locate your profile.

Key Takeaways

  • Your own username is in your profile settings under the profile icon — the same place you change your password or log out.
  • Spotify usernames are case-sensitive, so "JohnSmith" and "johnsmith" are treated as different usernames.
  • If you only see a display name in your profile, Spotify may have converted your account to use display names instead of usernames.
  • You can search for other people's profiles by username, but only if their profile is set to public.

Finding someone else's Spotify username

Search for the person by name in Spotify's search bar. Tap or click "Users" in the results to filter for profiles instead of songs or playlists. If their profile is public, you will see their username listed on their profile page. Public profiles are searchable; private profiles do not appear in search results, even if you know their exact username.

If you already have a link to someone's profile, the username appears in the URL. A Spotify profile link looks like open.spotify.com/user/USERNAME — everything after "/user/" is their username. You can share this link directly with others, and they can use it to find that person's profile and follow them.

What to do if you cannot find a username

If you are looking at your own profile and see only a display name, Spotify has migrated your account to use display names instead of usernames. Newer accounts and accounts that have been updated often use display names. Display names are more flexible — they can include spaces and special characters, while usernames cannot — but they work the same way for sharing and searching.

If you are searching for someone else and cannot find them, their profile is likely set to private. You can still follow them if you have their profile link, but they will not show up in search results. Ask them directly for their profile link, or ask a mutual friend who already follows them to send it to you.

How Spotify usernames and display names differ

A username is a unique identifier that Spotify assigned when your account was created. It cannot contain spaces, and it cannot be changed once it is set. Usernames are always visible on your profile page if your account has one. A display name is what you choose to show publicly, and you can change it anytime. Many newer Spotify accounts use only a display name and no separate username.

For sharing purposes, both work equally well. If someone has your display name or username, they can search for you and find your profile — as long as your profile is public. The main difference is flexibility: display names let you use spaces and update them whenever you want, while usernames are permanent and more restrictive in format.

Making sure your profile is searchable

Check your privacy settings to confirm your profile is public. Go to your account settings, select "Privacy", and look for the option to make your profile public or private. If your profile is private, other people cannot find you through search, even if they know your exact username or display name. They can only follow you if you send them your profile link directly.

If you want people to be able to find you by searching, set your profile to public. This does not share your listening history or personal data — it only makes your profile name and public playlists visible in search results. You control separately what information appears on your profile and who can see your listening activity.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my Spotify username?

If your account has a username, it cannot be changed — usernames are permanent. If your account uses a display name instead, you can change it anytime in your profile settings. Spotify does not allow converting a username back to a display name or vice versa.

What if someone else has the username I want?

Spotify usernames are unique, so once someone claims a username, no one else can use it. If you are creating a new account and your preferred username is taken, you will need to choose a different one or ask Spotify support whether the account is still active.

Do I need a username to use Spotify?

No. You can use Spotify with just an email address and password. Usernames and display names are only for sharing your profile with others and for other people to find you through search.

Can I see my username on the Spotify app and website?

Yes, both the mobile app and the web player show your username or display name in your profile settings. The steps are slightly different — mobile uses the profile icon at the bottom, while the website uses the profile icon at the top right — but both lead to the same information.