Where to find your username in Spotify settings

Your Spotify username appears in your account settings on any device where you're logged in. On desktop, open Spotify, click your profile icon in the top right corner, select "Profile," and your username displays at the top of the page next to your profile picture. On mobile, tap the home icon, select your profile picture in the top right, and your username appears under your display name.

If you're using the web player at spotify.com, log in, click your profile icon in the top right, choose "Account," and your username shows on the account overview page. The username is the handle you use to log in — it's different from your display name, which is what other users see when you share playlists or follow them.

Key Takeaways

  • Your Spotify username is visible in your profile settings on desktop, mobile, and web — look for your profile icon and select Profile or Account.
  • Your username is the login handle you created when you signed up, not the display name that appears to other users.
  • If you signed up with Facebook or Apple ID, your username may be auto-generated and harder to find, but it still appears in the same settings location.
  • You can share your username with others so they can follow you directly, or use it to log into Spotify on new devices.

Desktop: Spotify app on Windows and Mac

Open the Spotify process and look for your profile icon — a small circle or image in the top right corner of the window. Click it and a dropdown menu appears. Select "Profile" from the menu.

The profile page opens in your browser. At the top of the page, you'll see your profile picture on the left and your username displayed directly to the right of it. This is the exact username you use to log in to Spotify on any device. If you want to copy it, you can highlight the text and use Ctrl+C (Windows) or Command+C (Mac).

Mobile: iPhone and Android

On iPhone, open Spotify and tap the home icon at the bottom of the screen. In the top right corner, tap your profile picture. Your username appears directly under your display name on the profile screen.

On Android, the process is the same: open Spotify, tap the home icon, then tap your profile picture in the top right. Your username displays under your display name. From this screen, you can also see your follower count, the playlists you've created, and the artists you follow.

Web player at spotify.com

Log into Spotify at spotify.com using your username and password. Once you're logged in, click your profile icon in the top right corner of the page — it's usually a small circle with your profile picture or initials.

A dropdown menu appears. Click "Account" to go to your account settings page. Your username is displayed on the account overview section, usually near the top. This page also shows your subscription type, email address, and other account details.

If you signed up with Facebook or Apple ID

When you create a Spotify account using Facebook or Apple ID instead of an email address, Spotify auto-generates a username for you. This username is still valid for logging in, but it may be a random string of numbers and letters rather than something you chose yourself.

You can find this auto-generated username in the same places: your profile settings on desktop, mobile, or the web player. If you want a more memorable username, you cannot change it after account creation — you would need to create a new Spotify account with a different email address. Your current auto-generated username will continue to work for logging in and sharing with others.

Using your username to share and log in

Once you know your username, you can share it with friends so they can follow you directly. In your profile settings, look for a "Share Profile" button or option — this generates a link that includes your username. You can also tell someone your username directly, and they can search for you in Spotify's search bar to follow you.

Your username is also what you enter when logging into Spotify on a new device, along with your password. You can use either your username or the email address associated with your account to log in — Spotify accepts both.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is my username the same as my display name?

No. Your username is the login handle you created when you signed up. Your display name is what other users see when you share playlists or follow them. You can change your display name in settings, but your username cannot be changed after account creation.

Can I change my username?

Spotify does not allow you to change your username after your account is created. If you want a different username, you would need to create a new Spotify account with a different email address. Your current username will remain active for login and sharing purposes.

What if I forgot my username?

If you cannot remember your username, you can log in using the email address associated with your account instead. Once you're logged in, go to your profile settings to see your username. You can also contact Spotify support through the help section at spotify.com if you need further information.

Can other people see my username?

Yes, when you share your profile or follow other users, they can see your username. However, your username is not displayed publicly on your profile page unless you share it directly. People can search for you by your display name or username if they know it.