You can change your Spotify username, but the process depends on which type of account you have

Spotify lets you change the username you display to other users, but the steps differ based on whether you signed up with an email address, Facebook, or Apple ID. The good news: you can change it as many times as you want, and it takes less than a minute. The catch: if you signed up through Facebook or Apple, you'll need to go through Spotify's website rather than the app.

Your username is what other people see when you share playlists or they look at your profile. It's separate from your email address, which is what you use to log in. Changing your username won't affect your login credentials, saved music, or any of your playlists.

Key Takeaways

  • You can change your Spotify username from the web version at www.spotify.com by going to your account settings, not from the mobile app.
  • If you signed up with Facebook or Apple ID, you'll need to set a Spotify password first before you can change your username.
  • Your new username takes effect immediately, but it may take a few minutes to show up on other people's screens.
  • Spotify usernames must be between 3 and 30 characters and can include letters, numbers, and underscores, but no spaces or special characters.

How to change your username if you signed up with email

Open a web browser and go to www.spotify.com, then log in with your email and password. Click your profile icon in the top right corner and select "Account" from the dropdown menu. You'll land on your account overview page.

Look for the section labeled "Public profile" or "Username" — it's usually near the top. Click the pencil icon or "Edit" button next to your current username. Type your new username in the text field. Remember: it must be 3 to 30 characters long and can only contain letters, numbers, and underscores. No spaces, hyphens, or other symbols are allowed. Click "Save" or "Confirm" to finish.

How to change your username if you signed up with Facebook or Apple ID

If you created your Spotify account by signing in with Facebook or Apple, you won't see a username field in your account settings at first. You need to set a Spotify password before you can create a username. Go to www.spotify.com and log in using your Facebook or Apple account, then click your profile icon and select "Account."

Look for a section called "Password" or "Set password." Click the option to create a password for your Spotify account. You'll receive an email with instructions — follow the link and enter a new password. Once you've set a password, go back to your account settings and you'll now see the username field. Follow the same steps as above: click the edit button, enter your new username (3 to 30 characters, letters and numbers only), and save.

What happens if your desired username is already taken

Spotify will tell you immediately if someone else is using the username you typed in. The text field will show an error message saying the name is unavailable. You'll need to try a different combination. Many people add numbers or underscores to make their preferred name unique — for example, "jane_music_2024" instead of "jane_music."

There's no waitlist or way to reserve a username, so if you see one you like, claim it right away. You can always change it again later if you want something different.

How long it takes for your new username to show up everywhere

Your new username is active immediately in your own account. However, it may take a few minutes to a few hours to appear on other people's profiles, in shared playlists, or in search results. This delay happens because Spotify's servers need time to sync the change across all their systems. If someone tries to find you by your old username right after you change it, they won't find you — they'll need to search for your new one.

If you're sharing a playlist link with someone, the link itself doesn't change. The link is tied to your account, not your username, so old playlist links will still work even after you change your display name.

Rules for what you can use as a username

Spotify has specific rules about what characters are allowed in usernames. You can use uppercase and lowercase letters (A–Z, a–z), numbers (0–9), and underscores (_). You cannot use spaces, hyphens, periods, or any special characters like @, #, $, or &. Your username must be at least 3 characters and no more than 30 characters long.

Spotify doesn't allow usernames that are purely numbers or that impersonate real people or brands, though these rules are enforced loosely. If you try to create a username that violates the character rules, Spotify will show an error message and won't let you save it.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Yes. You can change your username as many times as you want. If someone else has taken your old username in the meantime, you won't be able to use it again — but you can pick something new. There's no limit on how often you can make changes.

Will changing my username affect my playlists or followers?

No. Your playlists, saved songs, and followers stay exactly the same. Your followers will see your new username on your profile, but they won't lose access to anything. Playlist links you've shared will still work.

Why can't I change my username in the Spotify app?

Spotify only allows username changes through the web version at www.spotify.com. The mobile app doesn't have this feature. You'll need to use a computer or mobile browser to make the change, even if you normally use Spotify on your phone.

What if I signed up with Facebook but I don't remember my Spotify password?

Go to www.spotify.com and click "Log in." Select "Log in with Facebook." Once you're logged in, go to Account settings and look for the password section. Click "Reset password" or "Set password," and Spotify will email you a link to create a new one. After that, you can change your username.