You can change your SoundCloud username from your account settings, and it takes about two minutes

Log into SoundCloud on a web browser (not the mobile app), go to your profile menu in the top right corner, select Settings, then click Edit Profile. Your username field is editable there. Type your new username, make sure it is not already taken, and click Save. SoundCloud will confirm the change when ready, and your new username goes live right away.

The mobile app does not have a username-change option, so you must use a computer or tablet with a web browser. If you are on mobile and do not have access to a browser, you can still make the change later — your account will not lock you out.

Key Takeaways

  • Go to Settings > Edit Profile on the web version of SoundCloud to find your editable username field.
  • Your new username must be unique; SoundCloud will tell you when ready if someone else has already claimed it.
  • The change takes effect right away, and your old username becomes available for other users to claim.
  • You can change your username as many times as you want, but SoundCloud may rate-limit very frequent changes.

Step-by-step walkthrough

Open SoundCloud in a web browser and make sure you are logged in. If you are not, enter your email and password on the login page.

Look for your profile picture or avatar in the top right corner of the page. Click on it to open a dropdown menu. You will see options including Your Profile, Settings, and Sign Out. Click Settings.

On the Settings page, click the Edit Profile button. This opens a form with fields for your display name, username, bio, location, and other profile details. The username field is the one you need — it is usually labeled "Username" and shows your current handle.

Clear the current username and type your new one. SoundCloud usernames can contain letters, numbers, hyphens, and underscores. As you type, SoundCloud checks in real time whether the username is available. If a green checkmark appears, the name is yours to claim. If you see a red X or a message saying the name is taken, choose something different.

Once you have a username that is available, scroll down and click the Save button. SoundCloud will confirm the change, and your profile will update within seconds.

What happens to your old username

When you change your username, your old one becomes available when ready for anyone else to register. This means if you change from "jane_beats" to "jane_music", another user could sign up and claim "jane_beats" right away.

If you think you might want your old username back later, do not change it. SoundCloud does not hold old usernames in reserve, and there is no way to reclaim one after you have given it up. If you are worried about someone else taking it, you could create a second account with that username to keep it, though SoundCloud's terms of service discourage maintaining multiple accounts for the same person.

Username rules and what you cannot use

SoundCloud allows letters (uppercase and lowercase), numbers, hyphens, and underscores in usernames. Spaces are not allowed. Your username must be between 3 and 25 characters long.

You cannot use a username that is already taken, even if it belongs to an inactive or deleted account. SoundCloud does not free up old usernames from closed accounts — they stay reserved. You also cannot use a username that violates SoundCloud's community guidelines, such as one that impersonates another user or contains hate speech or slurs.

If your desired username is already taken

If the username you want shows a red X or "unavailable" message, it is already claimed by another user. You have a few options: choose a variation (add a number, use an underscore, add a descriptor like "official_" or "_beats"), wait and check back later in case the account is deleted, or contact the user directly if you know them and ask if they would consider changing their username.

SoundCloud does not have a username-claim process for inactive accounts. Even if an account has not posted in years, SoundCloud will not release the username to you. Your only path is to pick a different name or wait indefinitely.

Troubleshooting: Changes that do not save

If you click Save and the page does not update, or if your new username does not appear on your profile, try clearing your browser cache and logging out, then logging back in. Sometimes your browser holds onto old information and does not show the updated profile right away.

If the problem persists, make sure you are using a supported browser (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, or Edge are all fine) and that your internet connection is stable. If you are on a very old browser version, update it and try again. If you still cannot save after that, SoundCloud's support team can help — go to soundcloud.com/help and submit a ticket describing what happened.

How your username change affects your profile and links

When you change your username, your SoundCloud profile URL changes too. If your old URL was soundcloud.com/jane_beats, it becomes soundcloud.com/jane_music. Any links people shared to your old profile will no longer work — they will get a 404 error or be redirected to SoundCloud's home page.

Your tracks, followers, and follower count do not disappear. Everything stays attached to your account. But if you have shared your profile link on social media, in your email signature, or on a website, you will need to update those links manually. There is no automatic redirect from your old username to your new one.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my username from the SoundCloud mobile app?

No, the mobile app does not have a username-change option. You must use a web browser on a computer or tablet. Open soundcloud.com, log in, and follow the steps in the Settings > Edit Profile section.

How many times can I change my username?

You can change your username as many times as you want. However, if you change it very frequently in a short period, SoundCloud may temporarily limit how often you can make changes to prevent abuse. There is no official limit published, but changing once a month or less is never a problem.

If I change my username, will my followers still see my tracks?

Yes. Your followers are tied to your account, not your username. When you change your username, your followers still follow you, and your tracks still appear in their feeds. They will just see your new username on your profile and on your tracks.

What if someone else takes my old username after I change mine?

Once you change your username, the old one is available for anyone to claim, and SoundCloud does not reserve it for you. If someone else takes it, you cannot get it back. If you think you might want it later, do not change it.

Can I use special characters like @ or # in my username?

No. SoundCloud only allows letters, numbers, hyphens, and underscores. Spaces, @, #, and other special characters are not permitted in usernames.