Where to find your username on Spotify

Your Spotify username is in your account settings, and the path depends on whether you're using the app or a web browser. On the desktop or mobile app, tap or click your profile icon (usually in the top right corner), then select "Profile." Your username appears at the top of that page, often preceded by an @ symbol. On the web player at spotify.com, click your profile icon and choose "Profile" — your username is displayed the same way.

If you signed up with Facebook or Apple ID instead of creating a Spotify account directly, you may have a username that was auto-generated when you first logged in. It will still be in the same location. Write it down or take a screenshot, because you'll need it if you want to share your profile link or collaborate on playlists with friends.

Key Takeaways

  • Your username appears in your Profile section, accessible from the profile icon in the top right corner of any Spotify app or the web player.
  • The username is the text that appears after the @ symbol and is different from your display name, which is what friends see.
  • If you created your account through Facebook or Apple ID, Spotify assigned you a username automatically, and you can find it the same way.
  • You cannot change your username after creation, so if you need a different one, you would need to create a new Spotify account.

The difference between username and display name

Spotify shows two different names on your profile: your username and your display name. The username is permanent, cannot be changed, and is what Spotify uses internally — it's the part that appears in your profile URL (spotify.com/user/yourusername). The display name is what your friends see when you share playlists or show up in their followers list, and you can change it anytime.

This matters because if you want to share your profile with someone, you'll give them the link that contains your username, not your display name. If you want to change how your name appears to friends, you're changing the display name, not the username itself.

Finding your username on mobile

Open the Spotify app on your phone or tablet. Tap the profile icon in the bottom right corner (on iOS) or top right corner (on Android). Select "Profile" from the menu. Your username will be displayed near the top of the screen, usually with an @ in front of it. This is the same username you use to log in, though you may not see it during normal login because Spotify also accepts your email address.

If you don't see a profile icon in the expected location, make sure you're logged in. If you're logged out, you'll see a "Log In" button instead. Once you log in, the profile icon will appear.

Finding your username on desktop and web

Go to spotify.com and log in if you're not already. Click the 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 will appear. Click "Profile" to open your full profile page. Your username is displayed prominently near the top, next to your display name.

You can also find your username in your account settings. Click the profile icon, select "Settings," and scroll down to the "Account" section. Your username will be listed there as well, though the Profile page is usually faster.

What to do if you can't find your username

If you're logged in but don't see a username on your Profile page, check whether you're looking at the display name instead. The display name is larger and more prominent; the username is smaller and usually has an @ symbol. If you still don't see anything that looks like a username, your account may have been created before Spotify assigned usernames to all accounts, or there may be a display issue.

Try logging out completely and logging back in. Close the app or browser tab entirely, then reopen Spotify and log in again. This often refreshes the page and makes the username visible. If the username still doesn't appear after logging back in, contact Spotify Support through the Help section in your account settings — they can confirm your username or help you troubleshoot the issue.

Why you might need your username

Your username is useful for sharing your profile with others. When you copy your profile link, it includes your username in the URL. You'll also need it if you want to collaborate on playlists with friends or if someone asks for your Spotify handle. Some third-party music apps and websites also ask for your Spotify username to connect to your account.

Keep in mind that your username is public — anyone with the link can see your profile, playlists, and listening activity (if you haven't made them private). If you want to keep your listening private, you can turn on Private Session in the settings, which prevents Spotify from saving your listening history.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my Spotify username?

No, Spotify usernames are permanent and cannot be changed after your account is created. If you want a different username, you would need to create a new Spotify account. Your display name can be changed anytime, but that's different from your username.

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 identifier that Spotify assigned when you created your account. You can log in with either your email or your username, but they are not the same thing.

What if I signed up with Facebook or Apple ID?

Spotify still created a username for you automatically, even if you didn't choose one yourself. Find it the same way — go to your Profile and look for the text with the @ symbol. You cannot change it, but you can change your display name.

Can other people see my username?

Yes, your username is visible on your public profile. Anyone with your profile link can see it. If you want to limit who sees your profile, you can adjust your privacy settings, but the username itself will still be visible to anyone you share the link with.