Change your Spotify username in account settings on any device

To change your Spotify username, open the app or go to spotify.com, sign in, and navigate to your account settings. Look for the profile or account section — the exact location depends on whether you're on mobile, desktop, or the web player, but the option is always labeled "Username" or "Profile Name". You can edit it directly, save the change, and it takes effect immediately across all your devices and the Spotify web.

The process takes less than a minute. Spotify does not charge a fee to change your username, and you can change it as many times as you want. There is no limit on how often you can update it, and no waiting period between changes.

Key Takeaways

  • Your Spotify username is different from your display name — the username is what appears in your profile URL and is used for sharing, while the display name is what friends see in their feed.
  • You can change your username from the desktop app, mobile app, or web player by going to account settings and editing the profile section.
  • Changes take effect immediately and show up everywhere you use Spotify, including on shared playlists and your public profile.
  • If your desired username is already taken, Spotify will tell you and you will need to choose a different one.

Changing your username on desktop or web

On a computer, sign into your Spotify account at spotify.com or open the desktop app. Click your profile icon in the top right corner — it usually shows your current username or a circular avatar. Select "Account" or "Profile" from the dropdown menu.

On the account page, find the section labeled "Username" or "Profile Name". Click the edit button (usually a pencil icon) next to your current username. Type your new username in the text field. Spotify will show you whether that username is available as you type. If it is taken, you will see a message saying so, and you will need to try a different one.

Once you have entered a username that is available, click "Save" or "Confirm". The change is immediate. Your new username will appear on your profile and in any shared links within seconds.

Changing your username on mobile

Open the Spotify app on your phone or tablet and tap the home icon at the bottom. In the top right corner, tap your profile icon. Select "Profile" or "Account Settings".

Scroll down to find "Username" or "Edit Profile". Tap the field to edit it, enter your new username, and check whether it is available. Once you have chosen an available name, tap "Save" or "Done". The change syncs to all your devices within a few seconds.

What happens when a username is already taken

If the username you want is already in use by another Spotify user, the system will not let you save it. Spotify shows this message in real time as you type, so you will know immediately whether your choice is available.

You have two options: choose a different username, or add numbers, underscores, or periods to make your preferred name unique. For example, if "alex_music" is taken, you could try "alex_music1" or "alex.music". Spotify allows letters, numbers, underscores, and periods in usernames.

The difference between username and display name

Spotify has two separate name fields, and they serve different purposes. Your username is the unique identifier that appears in your profile URL (the web address people use to find you) and is used when you share playlists or profiles. Your display name is what your friends see next to your activity in their feed — for example, when you add a song to a playlist or follow someone.

You can change your display name separately from your username. To do this, go to your profile settings and look for "Display Name" or "Public Name" — it is usually near the username field. Display names do not have to be unique, so multiple people can have the same display name. This means you can set your display name to something simple like "Alex" while keeping a unique username like "alex_music_2024".

What you should know before changing your username

Your old username will no longer work once you change it. If you have shared your profile link or playlists using your old username, those links will still work, but your profile URL will update to your new username. Anyone who bookmarked your old profile link should update it to avoid confusion.

Changing your username does not affect your saved music, playlists, followers, or listening history. Everything stays exactly as it was — only the name changes. You will still be able to see all your saved songs, playlists you created, and people who follow you.

If you change your username and then want to change it back, you can do so at any time. There is no restriction on reverting to a previous username, as long as no one else has claimed it in the meantime.

Troubleshooting username changes that do not work

If you try to save a new username and the change does not appear, first check whether you actually clicked the save or confirm button — sometimes the button is easy to miss. Refresh the page or close and reopen the app to see whether the change has taken effect.

If the username still has not changed, sign out completely and sign back in. This forces your account to sync with Spotify's servers. If you are still having trouble, clear your browser cache (if using the web player) or clear the app cache on your phone, then try again.

If you see an error message saying the username is unavailable even though you believe it should be, wait a few minutes and try again. Sometimes Spotify's system needs a moment to update. If the problem continues, contact Spotify support through the app or website — they can investigate whether there is a technical issue with your account.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use special characters or spaces in my username?

Spotify usernames can contain letters, numbers, underscores, and periods, but not spaces or most other special characters. If you try to use a space or symbol like @, #, or !, Spotify will not let you save it. Underscores and periods are the best alternatives if you want to separate words.

Will my followers see my new username right away?

Yes. Your followers will see your new username immediately on their end. If they have your profile bookmarked or saved, the link will automatically redirect to your new username, so they will not lose access to your profile.

Can I change my username on a shared family account?

Each person on a Spotify family plan has their own account and profile, so each person can change their own username independently. Go to your individual account settings, not the family plan settings, to make the change.

What if I want to delete my username and start over?

You cannot delete your username, but you can change it to something completely different at any time. If you want a fresh start, simply change your username to something new and update your display name as well. Your old username will be released and may become available for others to use.

Does changing my username affect my Spotify Wrapped or statistics?

No. Your listening history, statistics, and Spotify Wrapped are tied to your account, not your username. Changing your username does not affect any of your data or historical information.