You can change your SoundCloud username from your account settings on any device

Open SoundCloud in a web browser and sign into your account. Click your profile picture in the top right corner, then select "Settings" from the dropdown menu. On the Settings page, find the "Username" field under your profile information. Type your new username, then click "Save changes" at the bottom of the page. The change takes effect when ready.

If you are on the SoundCloud mobile app, the process is slightly different. Tap the profile icon at the bottom right, then tap the gear icon to open Settings. Scroll down to find "Username" and tap it to edit. Enter your new username and tap "Save" to confirm.

SoundCloud allows one username change every 30 days. If you changed your username recently, you will see a message telling you when you can change it again. This limit exists to prevent impersonation and keep usernames stable for your followers.

Key Takeaways

  • You can change your username from Settings on the web version or the mobile app, and the change happens right away.
  • SoundCloud limits you to one username change per 30 days, so choose carefully before you save.
  • Your old username becomes available for someone else to claim after you change it, so your followers should update any bookmarks or links they have saved.
  • Changing your username does not affect your profile URL or your followers — they can still find you, but any direct links to your old username will break.

What happens to your old username and profile links

When you change your username, SoundCloud does not automatically redirect people who visit your old profile URL. If someone bookmarked your old link or shared it with a friend, that link will no longer work. Your new profile URL uses your new username, so you will need to share the updated link with anyone who might search for you by your old name.

Your old username becomes available for other users to claim when ready. This means someone else could take it within minutes. If you think you might want to use that name again in the future, you cannot reserve it — you would have to wait for the other person to abandon the account or change their own username.

Your followers and subscriber count do not change when you update your username. People who follow you will still see your new username in their feed, and you will keep all your existing followers. The only thing that breaks is the direct link to your profile.

Choosing a username that works for your music or brand

Think about whether your username represents your music, your real name, or a stage name you plan to keep long-term. If you are a producer or artist, a username that matches your stage name makes it easier for listeners to find you across platforms. If you use your real name, remember that it will be public on your profile and visible to anyone who visits your page.

Check whether the username you want is already taken before you try to save it. SoundCloud will tell you if the name is unavailable, and you will need to choose something else. Usernames can include letters, numbers, hyphens, and underscores, but not spaces or special characters.

Keep your username reasonably short and straightforward to spell. Long or complicated usernames are harder for people to type into a search box or remember when they want to share your profile. If your first choice is taken, try adding a number or a word that relates to your music rather than a random string of characters.

Troubleshooting if your username change does not save

If you click "Save changes" and the page does not update, refresh your browser and check your Settings again. Sometimes the change saves but the page does not reflect it when ready. Wait a few seconds and reload to confirm the new username is in place.

If you see an error message saying the username is unavailable, someone else has claimed it since you decided on it. Choose a different username and try again. If the same username keeps showing as unavailable even though you are sure it is not taken, try logging out and back in, then return to Settings.

If you have changed your username within the last 30 days, you will see a message showing exactly when you can change it again. You cannot bypass this limit, so you will need to wait until that date arrives. Mark it on your calendar if you want to change your username again soon.

How your username appears across SoundCloud

Your username shows up in several places: your profile URL, your artist name on tracks you upload, your comments and likes, and your follower profile card. When you change your username, all of these update at the same time. Anyone viewing your profile or your tracks will see your new username when ready.

If you have a verified account or a SoundCloud Pro subscription, your username change does not affect your verification status or subscription. Your account keeps all the same features and permissions it had before.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my username back to what it was before?

Only if no one else has claimed it. Since old usernames become available when ready after you change them, someone else may have taken it. If it is still available, you can change back to it, but you still have to wait 30 days between changes. If someone else has it, you cannot reclaim it unless they abandon their account.

Will my followers be able to find me after I change my username?

Yes. Your followers will see your new username in their feed and on your profile. The only people who might have trouble are those who bookmarked your old profile link or shared it with others — those links will break. Tell your followers about the change if you want to make sure they know.

What if I want to use a username that someone else has?

You cannot claim a username that is already in use. You can only choose from usernames that are available. If the one you want is taken, you will need to pick something else or wait to see if that person abandons their account, which could take years or never happen.

Does changing my username affect my tracks or my play count?

No. Your tracks, play count, likes, and reposts all stay the same. Only your username and profile URL change. Everything else on your account remains exactly as it was.