You can change your Spotify username through your account settings on the web or in the app

Spotify lets you change the username you display to other users, though the process differs slightly depending on whether you use the web player or the mobile app. The change takes effect immediately, and your old username becomes available for someone else to use. Your password, email, and all your playlists stay the same — only the name that appears on your profile changes.

The web version is usually faster if you have a computer handy. The mobile app works too, but the menu is buried a few taps deeper. Either way, the whole process takes less than a minute once you find the right screen.

Key Takeaways

  • On the web, go to your Account settings, find the Profile section, and click Edit next to your username to change it.
  • On the mobile app, tap Your Library, then the gear icon for Settings, scroll to Username, and tap Edit Profile to make the change.
  • Your new username must be between 1 and 30 characters and can include letters, numbers, hyphens, and underscores.
  • The change is instant, but if you share playlists or follow friends, they will still see your profile under the new name.

Changing your username on the Spotify website

Open Spotify.com in your browser and log in with your email and password. Once you are on your home page, look for the account menu — it is usually in the top right corner, either as your current username or a circular profile icon. Click it and select Account from the dropdown menu.

On the Account page, find the Profile section near the top. You will see your current username listed there. Click the Edit button next to it. A text field will appear where you can delete your old username and type in a new one. Spotify will tell you right away if the name is already taken or breaks the character rules. Once you have entered a username that works, click Save and you are done.

Changing your username in the Spotify app

Open Spotify on your phone and tap Your Library at the bottom of the screen. In the top right corner, you will see a gear icon — tap that to open Settings. Scroll down through the list until you find Username. Tap it, then tap Edit Profile.

The same text field will appear. Type your new username, check that Spotify accepts it, and tap Save. On some phones the button may say Confirm instead. The change will sync to your account within seconds, and you will see the new name the next time you open the app or visit the website.

Rules for choosing a new username

Your username must be between 1 and 30 characters long. You can use letters (uppercase and lowercase both work), numbers, hyphens, and underscores. You cannot use spaces, special characters like @, #, or $, or emoji. Spotify will reject the name immediately if it breaks these rules, so you will know before you save.

Usernames are not case-sensitive, which means SpotifyUser and spotifyuser are treated as the same name. If someone else has already claimed the exact username you want, you will need to pick something different — Spotify does not have a waitlist for taken names. Many people add numbers or underscores to make their preferred name unique.

What happens to your profile and playlists after you change your username

Your profile URL changes to match your new username, so any old links to your profile will no longer work. If you have shared your profile link with friends or posted it online, you will need to share the new link. Your followers and friends will still be able to find you because Spotify links accounts by ID, not by username — they just need to search for your name or look in their Friends list.

All your playlists, saved songs, and listening history stay exactly the same. Your followers do not need to re-follow you, and you do not need to re-follow anyone. The only visible change is the name that appears on your profile and next to your activity when you share songs or playlists.

Troubleshooting if your username change does not save

If you click Save and nothing happens, the most common reason is that Spotify is rejecting the username for a rule violation — check that you have not used spaces, special characters, or more than 30 characters. Try a simpler name with just letters and numbers to test whether the issue is the character combination.

If the page freezes or you get an error message, try logging out and logging back in. If you are on the mobile app, close it completely and reopen it. On the web, try a different browser or clear your browser cache. If the problem persists, Spotify's support page has contact options, though most username issues resolve themselves after a refresh.

Changing your display name versus your username

Spotify has two separate name fields that confuse many users. Your username is what you choose in the settings described above — it is unique to you and appears in your profile URL. Your display name is the full name that shows on your profile, and multiple people can have the same display name. You can change your display name in the same Account settings area, just in a different field.

If you want people to see a different name on your profile but do not care about the username itself, you can leave the username alone and only change the display name. The display name is what most of your friends will see, while the username matters mainly if you are sharing direct links to your profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Yes, but only if no one else has claimed it in the meantime. Since old usernames become available immediately after you change them, someone else might take it. If that happens, you cannot get it back — you would need to choose a different name.

Will my friends see my old username anywhere?

No. Your old username disappears from your profile and all shared content as soon as you save the new one. Friends who were following you will see your new username the next time they look at your profile or see your activity.

Does changing my username affect my Spotify password or email?

No. Your password and email address stay the same. You log in with your email and password, not your username, so changing the username does not affect how you access your account.

What if the username I want is already taken?

Spotify will tell you the name is unavailable when you try to save it. You will need to pick a different name. Try adding numbers, underscores, or a short word to make your preferred name unique.

How long does it take for the username change to show up everywhere?

The change is instant on the account itself. Your profile and any shared playlists will show the new username right away. If you are on the mobile app, you may need to close and reopen it to see the change reflected in your own profile view.