Change your Spotify display name from your account settings
You can change the name that appears on your Spotify profile in a few steps. The process differs slightly depending on whether you use the desktop app, mobile app, or web browser, but all three routes lead to the same account settings page where the name field lives.
Your display name is what other Spotify users see when they look at your profile or when you share playlists. It is separate from your login email address, which stays the same. You can change your display name as many times as you want, and the change takes effect immediately across all devices where you are logged in.
Key Takeaways
- Your display name is visible to other Spotify users and can be changed independently of your email login.
- On desktop or web, go to Account > Edit Profile and update the name field directly.
- On mobile, open Settings > View Profile and tap the edit icon next to your current name.
- Changes take effect right away and show up on all your devices once they sync.
- You can use letters, numbers, spaces, and some special characters, but Spotify blocks certain symbols.
Steps to change your name on desktop or web
Open Spotify on your computer or go to spotify.com in your browser and log in. Click your profile icon in the top right corner of the screen — it usually shows your current display name or a generic user icon.
Select Account from the dropdown menu. This opens your account overview page. Look for the Edit Profile button and click it. You will see a form with several fields, including your display name at the top.
Click inside the name field and delete your current name. Type your new display name — you can use up to 30 characters. Spotify accepts letters, numbers, spaces, and some punctuation marks, but will reject names with certain symbols like @ or #. Once you have entered your new name, scroll down and click Save. The change is live immediately.
Steps to change your name on mobile
Open the Spotify app on your phone and tap your profile icon at the bottom right of the screen. This takes you to your profile page, where your current display name appears near the top.
Look for a pencil or edit icon next to your name — tap it to enter edit mode. The name field becomes active and you can select all the text and replace it with your new name. Type your new display name, keeping it to 30 characters or fewer.
Tap the checkmark or Save button to confirm the change. On some versions of the Spotify app, you may need to tap outside the text field or press Done on your keyboard. The new name appears on your profile immediately and syncs to your other devices within a few minutes.
What characters and symbols Spotify accepts
Spotify allows letters (uppercase and lowercase), numbers, spaces, hyphens, underscores, periods, and apostrophes in display names. You can create names like "Sarah-Lee", "DJ_Mike.2024", or "O'Brien's Playlist Corner" without running into restrictions.
Symbols that Spotify blocks include the @ symbol, hashtags (#), asterisks (*), and most other punctuation marks. If you try to save a name with a blocked character, Spotify will show an error message and ask you to remove it before you can proceed. The safest approach is to stick with letters, numbers, spaces, and the few symbols listed above.
How long the change takes to show up everywhere
Your new display name appears on your profile and in your activity feed instantly after you save it. If you are logged into Spotify on multiple devices — a phone, tablet, and computer, for example — the name syncs across all of them within a few minutes, though it may take up to an hour on rare occasions.
Other users see your updated name right away when they visit your profile or see you sharing a playlist. There is no delay or review period; the change is live as soon as you hit Save.
Changing your name if you have a Facebook or Apple login
If you signed up for Spotify using your Facebook account or Apple ID, you can still change your Spotify display name independently. The process is identical — go to Account > Edit Profile on desktop or tap the edit icon on mobile — and your Spotify name will not affect your Facebook or Apple account name.
However, if you want to change the name associated with your Facebook or Apple account itself, you will need to do that through those platforms' settings, not through Spotify. Spotify only controls the name that shows on your Spotify profile.
What happens to your old name
When you change your display name, your old name disappears from your profile and from any new activity. Playlists you created under your old name will now show your new name as the creator. Shared playlists and collaborative playlists you are part of will also reflect your new name.
Your old name does not appear in your account history or anywhere else — it is simply replaced. If you change your name multiple times, only the current name is stored. There is no way to see a list of names you have used in the past.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I change my Spotify display name on the free plan?
Yes. Display name changes are available to all Spotify users, whether you have a free account or a paid subscription. There are no restrictions based on your account type.
What if someone else already has the name I want?
Spotify allows multiple users to have the same display name, so you can use any name you want even if another user has it. Display names are not unique identifiers — your username or email is what distinguishes your account.
Does changing my display name affect my Spotify username or email?
No. Your display name is separate from your login email and any username you may have created. Changing your display name does not change how you log in or your email address on file.
Can I change my name back to what it was before?
Yes. You can change your display name as many times as you want. Simply go back to your account settings and enter your old name or any new name you prefer. There is no limit on how often you can make changes.
Why is Spotify not letting me save my new name?
The most common reason is that your name contains a blocked character like @, #, or *. Remove any special symbols and try again. If you are still having trouble, try logging out and back in, or use a different browser or device to access your account settings.