You can change your SoundCloud username, but only once every 30 days

SoundCloud lets you change the username on your account through your settings. The process takes a few clicks and happens when ready, but the platform enforces a 30-day waiting period between changes. If you changed your username recently, you will have to wait until that window closes before you can change it again.

The username is different from your display name. Your username is the part that appears in your profile URL — for example, soundcloud.com/yourname — while your display name is what shows on your profile and tracks. You can change your display name as often as you want, but the username has the 30-day restriction.

Key Takeaways

  • Change your username in Settings under Profile, and the new one takes effect right away.
  • You can only change your username once every 30 days, even if you have a paid subscription.
  • Your username appears in your profile URL and cannot contain spaces or most special characters.
  • If your desired username is taken, you will need to choose a different one — SoundCloud does not hold usernames or offer a waitlist.
  • Changing your username does not affect your followers, likes, or any of your uploaded tracks.

Steps to change your username

Open SoundCloud and log into your account. Click the profile icon in the top right corner and select Settings from the dropdown menu.

In Settings, find the Profile section. Look for the field labeled Username — this is separate from the Display Name field above it. Click into the username field and type your new username. SoundCloud will show you whether the name is available as you type. Once you have entered a username that is not taken, click Save or Update depending on your device.

The change takes effect when ready. Your profile URL updates to reflect the new username, and anyone who visits your old URL will see a redirect to your new one for a limited time. Your followers and all your content remain attached to your account.

Rules for choosing a new username

SoundCloud usernames can contain letters, numbers, hyphens, and underscores. They cannot contain spaces, periods, or most special characters. Usernames are not case-sensitive — soundcloud.com/MyName and soundcloud.com/myname point to the same profile.

Your username must be at least three characters long. If you are trying to claim a very short name and it is not available, another user owns it. SoundCloud does not hold usernames for inactive accounts or allow you to reserve a name you plan to use later.

What happens to your profile when you change your username

Your followers stay with you. Anyone following your account will continue to follow you under your new username — they do not have to re-follow you or update anything on their end.

Your tracks, likes, reposts, and playlists all remain on your account. The links to your individual tracks change to include your new username, but SoundCloud redirects the old links so existing shares and embeds continue to work. Your play counts and engagement metrics do not reset.

Your profile URL changes, but old URLs redirect to the new one for a period of time. If you have shared your profile link on a website, social media, or in an email, the old link will still work temporarily. For permanent links, update them to your new username.

If your desired username is taken

Type the username you want into the field, and SoundCloud will tell you when ready whether it is available. If it is taken, you cannot reserve it or join a waitlist. You will need to choose a different username.

Try variations: add a number at the end, use an underscore or hyphen, or add a descriptor like "official" or "music". Many creators use their real name plus a number (like "janedoe123") or add their location or genre. Check whether the account holding the name is active — if it is an abandoned account with no tracks or followers, the username is still not available to you, but you know it is not in active use.

Troubleshooting username changes

If you see an error message when you try to save, the username may have been taken by another user between when you checked and when you submitted. Go back and try a different name.

If you changed your username fewer than 30 days ago, SoundCloud will not let you change it again until the waiting period ends. The Settings page will show you when you are may be able to access to change it next. There is no way to bypass this limit, even with a paid subscription.

If your new username does not appear in your profile URL after you save, refresh the page or log out and log back in. Changes usually appear when ready, but a page refresh can help if there is a display delay.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my username more than once every 30 days?

No. SoundCloud enforces a 30-day waiting period between username changes for all accounts, including paid subscribers. You can change your display name as often as you want, but the username has this restriction.

What is the difference between username and display name?

Your username is the part in your profile URL (soundcloud.com/yourname) and cannot be changed more than once per month. Your display name is what appears on your profile and tracks and can be changed anytime. You can have a display name with spaces and special characters, but your username cannot.

Will my followers disappear if I change my username?

No. Your followers stay with you when you change your username. They do not have to re-follow you or take any action. All your tracks, likes, and playlists remain on your account as well.

Can I get a username that someone else has?

Only if that user deletes their account and SoundCloud releases the username back into circulation. You cannot request a username from an inactive account or join a waitlist. If the name you want is taken, you will need to choose a different one.

Do old links to my profile still work after I change my username?

Yes, for a limited time. SoundCloud redirects old profile URLs to your new username, so links you shared before the change will still work. For permanent links, update them to your new username to be safe.