Your Spotify username is the handle you chose when you created your account, and you can find it in your account settings on any device

Your Spotify username is different from your display name. The username is what appears in your profile URL and what other people use to find you — it cannot contain spaces and is usually all lowercase. Your display name is what shows up next to your playlists and can be changed anytime without affecting your username.

If you created your Spotify account years ago and cannot remember your username, or if you signed up through Facebook or Apple and never set one, the steps below will show you where to find it or set it for the first time.

Key Takeaways

  • Your Spotify username appears in your profile URL and is the handle other people use to find you, separate from your display name.
  • On desktop or mobile, open your account settings and look for the "Username" field under Profile or Account information.
  • If you signed up through Facebook or Apple and never created a username, Spotify will prompt you to set one the first time you try to share your profile.
  • Your username cannot be changed once it is set, so choose carefully if you are creating one for the first time.
  • You can share your profile link directly without knowing your username — Spotify generates a shareable URL automatically.

Finding your username on desktop

Open Spotify on your computer and click your profile icon in the top right corner. Select "Account" from the dropdown menu. On the Account page, scroll down until you see the "Username" field — this is your Spotify username, displayed in a box you cannot edit.

If the Username field is blank or missing, you signed up through a social login (Facebook or Apple) and have not yet created a username. Spotify will ask you to set one the next time you try to share your profile or use a feature that requires a unique handle. You can also create one now by clicking "Create username" if that option appears.

Finding your username on mobile

Open Spotify and tap your profile icon at the bottom right of the screen. Tap "Profile" at the top. Scroll down to find your username listed under your display name. On some versions of the app, you may need to tap "View Profile" first to see the full details.

If you do not see a username listed, tap the edit icon (pencil symbol) next to your profile picture. Scroll down in the edit screen — you should see a "Create username" option. Tap it and enter your desired username, then save your changes.

Creating a username if you do not have one

Usernames are required if you want other people to find you through search or if you want to share your profile link. If you signed up through Facebook or Apple and skipped creating a username, you can set one anytime through your account settings.

Go to your Account page (desktop) or Profile settings (mobile) and look for "Create username" or "Set username." Enter your desired handle — it must be between 3 and 30 characters, contain only letters, numbers, and underscores, and cannot have spaces. Once you confirm, your username is permanent and cannot be changed.

Understanding your Spotify profile URL

Your Spotify username appears in your profile URL, which looks like this: open.spotify.com/user/yourusername. This is the link you share with friends so they can follow you or see your playlists. You can find this link by going to your profile, clicking the three dots menu, and selecting "Share Profile."

If you do not have a username yet, Spotify generates a numeric ID instead, and your URL will look like open.spotify.com/user/12345678901. You can still share this link, but creating a username makes your profile easier for others to remember and find.

What to do if you forgot your username

If you remember your email address and password, log into your account on the Spotify website or app and check your Account settings — your username will be displayed there. If you cannot log in because you forgot your password, go to the Spotify login page and click "Can't log in?" to reset it using your email address.

If you created your account through Facebook or Apple and cannot remember which email you used, try logging in with each email address you own. Once you are in, your username (or the option to create one) will be visible in your account settings.

Changing your display name versus your username

Your display name is what appears next to your playlists and can be changed as often as you want. Your username is permanent once set and is what appears in your profile URL. Many people confuse these two because they serve different purposes.

To change your display name, go to your profile settings and edit the name field at the top. To see your username, scroll down in the same settings area. If you want a different username, you cannot change it — you would need to create a new Spotify account with a different email address.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my Spotify username?

No. Once you create a username, it is permanent and cannot be changed or deleted. If you want a different username, you would need to create a new Spotify account with a different email address. Your display name can be changed anytime, but that is separate from your username.

What if my username is already taken?

Usernames must be unique, so if the one you want is taken, Spotify will tell you when you try to create it. Try adding numbers or underscores to make it unique — for example, "username_123" instead of "username." You have unlimited attempts to find an available username.

Do I need a username to use Spotify?

No. You can listen to music, create playlists, and use all Spotify features without a username. You only need one if you want other people to find your profile through search or if you want to share a custom profile link instead of a numeric URL.

Is my Spotify username the same as my email address?

No. Your email address is what you use to log in, and your username is a separate handle for your profile. You can have any username you want, regardless of your email address. Some people never create a username and just use Spotify's auto-generated numeric profile ID.

Where do I see my username when I share my profile?

When you share your profile link, the username appears in the URL itself — open.spotify.com/user/yourusername. If you do not have a username, the URL will show a long number instead. You can find your shareable link by going to your profile, clicking the three dots menu, and selecting "Share Profile."