Finding a SoundCloud username is straightforward if you know where to look

A SoundCloud username is the unique handle that appears in a creator's profile URL and on their public page. If you know someone's real name or have heard their music, you can find their username by searching directly on SoundCloud, checking their social media links, or looking at the URL of their profile page. The username is always visible in the web address — it comes right after soundcloud.com/.

The fastest method depends on what you already know. If you have a direct link to their profile, the username is already there. If you only know their real name or artist name, SoundCloud's search function will show you their profile and username together.

Key Takeaways

  • A SoundCloud username appears in the profile URL after soundcloud.com/ and is always visible on the creator's public page.
  • You can find someone's username by searching their name or artist name directly in SoundCloud's search bar.
  • If you have a link to their profile, the username is the last part of the web address.
  • Social media bios and artist websites often link directly to SoundCloud profiles, showing the username in the URL.

Search by name in SoundCloud

Open SoundCloud and use the search bar at the top of the page. Type in the person's real name, artist name, or stage name. SoundCloud will return a list of profiles, playlists, and tracks that match your search.

Look at the profile cards that appear. Each one shows the creator's display name (what they call themselves) and their username underneath. The username is the one you need — it's the handle that appears in their profile URL. Click on any profile to visit their page, and you'll see the username in the address bar as well.

If the search returns many results, look for verified badges (a checkmark icon) or check the number of followers to find the right person. Popular creators often have more followers and may have a verified badge next to their name.

Read the profile URL directly

If you already have a link to someone's SoundCloud profile, the username is built into the web address. The URL always follows this pattern: soundcloud.com/username. Everything after the final forward slash is the username.

For example, if the profile URL is soundcloud.com/artist-name-official, then "artist-name-official" is the username. You can copy this directly from the address bar or from any link that points to their profile. This method works whether you found the link through a search, a social media post, or an artist website.

Check linked social media and websites

Many creators link their SoundCloud profile from Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, or their personal website. Visit the creator's social media bio or "Links" section and look for a SoundCloud link. When you click it, you'll be taken directly to their profile, and the username will appear in the URL.

Artist websites and music streaming aggregators (like Linktree or Beacons) often display all of a creator's social links in one place. This is a reliable way to find their official SoundCloud profile and confirm you have the correct username, especially if the name is common.

Understand the difference between display name and username

SoundCloud creators can set a display name (what appears on their profile) that is different from their username (what appears in the URL). For example, someone might have the display name "DJ Alex" but the username "dj-alex-2019". Both are visible on the profile, but the username is what you need if you're trying to link to them or mention them.

The display name can include spaces and special characters, while the username typically uses hyphens or underscores instead. If you're unsure which one you need, the username is always the one in the profile URL.

What to do if you can't find the person

If your search doesn't return results, the account may be deactivated, the creator may use a very different stage name than their real name, or they may not have a SoundCloud account. Try searching for variations of their name, including nicknames or alternate spellings.

If you have a song title or track name, search for that instead. SoundCloud will show you the creator's profile when you find their music. You can also ask the creator directly on their other social media accounts — they can give you their SoundCloud username or send you a direct link to their profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I find someone's username if their profile is private?

Yes. Even private profiles have a username in the URL. If you have a direct link to their profile, you can see the username in the address bar. If you search for them and their profile appears in results, the username is visible there too.

Is the username the same as the display name?

Not always. The display name is what the creator chooses to show on their profile and can include spaces and special characters. The username is the unique handle in the URL and typically uses hyphens or underscores. Check the profile URL to find the actual username.

What if two people have similar usernames?

SoundCloud usernames are unique — no two accounts can have the exact same one. If you find multiple similar usernames, check the follower count, verified badge, and track history to confirm you have the right person. You can also look for links to their other social media accounts.

Can I search by username if I already know it?

Yes. Type the username directly into SoundCloud's search bar and you'll go straight to that profile. This is faster than searching by name if you already have the username.