Your Spotify username is the unique name you chose when you created your account

Your Spotify username is different from your display name. It is the handle you set up during account creation, and it never changes unless you delete your account and start over. You use it to log in on the web, desktop app, or mobile app. Other people can also search for you by this username if your profile is public.

The confusion usually happens because Spotify lets you change your display name (the name that shows on your profile) as many times as you want, but your username stays locked. If you have forgotten which one you used, there are three straightforward places to find it.

Key Takeaways

  • Your username is the name you entered when you first signed up for Spotify, and it cannot be changed without deleting and recreating your account.
  • Your display name is separate and can be changed anytime in settings — this is often what people think is their username.
  • You can find your username in your account settings on the web, in the Spotify app, or by checking your profile URL.
  • If you use Facebook or Apple to sign in instead of a password, your username is still there but you may not have set it yourself.

Check your account settings on the web

The fastest way is to log into Spotify on a computer browser. Go to spotify.com, click the profile icon in the top right corner, and select Account. You will land on your account overview page.

Look for the section labeled Username — it appears near the top of the page, usually just below your email address. This is the exact name you use to log in. If you see only a display name and no separate username field, scroll down or check whether you signed up using Facebook or Apple ID instead of an email address.

Find it in the Spotify app on your phone or computer

Open the Spotify app and tap or click the profile icon (usually in the bottom right on mobile, top right on desktop). Select Profile or Account depending on your device.

On mobile, you may see your display name prominently, but scroll down to find Username listed separately. On desktop, the username typically appears under your profile picture. If the app does not show a username field, try logging into the web version instead — the app sometimes hides this information.

Look at your profile URL

Your username also appears in your Spotify profile link. If someone has shared a link to your profile, or if you visit your own profile on the web, the URL will look like open.spotify.com/user/yourusername. The part after /user/ is your username.

You can also create a shareable profile link yourself by going to your profile on the web, clicking the three dots menu, and selecting Share. The link shown there contains your username in the same format.

What to do if you signed up with Facebook or Apple

If you created your Spotify account by signing in with Facebook or Apple ID, you may not remember setting a username at all. Spotify still assigned you one automatically, usually based on your name or a random string of characters.

Check your account settings using the web method above — your username will be there even if you do not remember choosing it. If you want a different username, the only option is to delete your current account and create a new one with a fresh username. This will also delete all your playlists and saved songs, so only do this if you are certain.

The difference between username and display name

Many people mix these up because Spotify shows both. Your display name is what appears on your profile and in playlists you create — you can change it anytime by going to settings and editing your profile. Your username is what you log in with and what appears in your profile URL, and it cannot be changed.

If you have changed your display name since creating your account, that is why it might not match what you remember. Your username is still the original one you entered on signup day.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my Spotify username?

No. Your username is permanent and tied to your account. The only way to get a different username is to delete your account entirely and create a new one. This will erase all your playlists, saved songs, and listening history, so most people keep their original username even if they do not love it.

Why does Spotify ask for a username if I can just use my email to log in?

Spotify lets you log in with either your email or your username — both work. The username exists so other people can find and follow you by a memorable handle rather than your email address. It also appears in your shareable profile link.

I forgot my password but I remember my username — can I use that to log back in?

Yes. On the Spotify login page, enter your username in the email field and click Log In. Then use the Forgot your password? link to reset it. You can also use your email address instead if you remember that.

Is my Spotify username the same as my display name?

Not necessarily. Your display name is what shows on your profile and can be changed anytime. Your username is locked and is what you use to log in. Check your account settings to see both — they are listed separately.

What if I cannot find a username field in my account settings?

Try logging in on the web at spotify.com instead of the app — the web version always shows the username field. If you still do not see it, you may have signed up with Facebook or Apple ID, in which case Spotify assigned you a username automatically. Scroll down in your account settings or contact Spotify support for help locating it.