Change Your Password on the Spotify Website or App
You can change your Spotify password from either your computer or phone. The process takes about two minutes and works the same way on both. You will need to know your current password to set a new one — Spotify does not let you skip this step, even if you are logged in.
If you have forgotten your current password, you will need to reset it first using the "Forgot your password?" link on the Spotify login page. That process sends a reset link to the email address tied to your account. Once you have reset it, you can then change it again using the steps below.
Key Takeaways
- You must know your current password to change it — Spotify requires you to enter it before creating a new one.
- The password change takes effect immediately on all devices, and you will be logged out everywhere once you confirm the new password.
- If you cannot remember your current password, use the "Forgot your password?" option on the login page to reset it first.
- Your new password must be at least eight characters long and should not be a password you have used on other accounts.
Steps to Change Your Password on Desktop
Open Spotify on your computer and log in if you are not already. Click your profile name or icon in the top right corner of the window. A menu will appear — select Account from the list.
You will be taken to your account page on the Spotify website. Look for the section labeled Password and click the button that says Change or Edit next to it. Spotify will ask you to enter your current password first. Type it in and click the button to proceed.
Now enter your new password in the first blank. Spotify will show you a strength meter as you type — aim for at least eight characters, and include a mix of uppercase letters, lowercase letters, and numbers if you can. Enter the same password again in the second blank to confirm it. Click Change password or Save to finish.
Steps to Change Your Password on Mobile
Open the Spotify app on your phone and tap your profile icon at the bottom right of the screen. Scroll down and tap Account. You may see a message saying "Go to www.spotify.com to change your password" — this is normal. Tap that link or the button next to it.
Your phone will open the Spotify website in your browser. Log in if prompted. Find the Password section and tap Change. Enter your current password, then your new password twice, and tap the button to save. You will be logged out of the app on your phone once the change is complete.
What Happens After You Change Your Password
Spotify logs you out of all devices immediately after you confirm your new password. This means if you were listening to music on your phone, computer, or a smart speaker, playback will stop. You will need to log back in on each device using your new password.
The change takes effect right away — there is no waiting period. If you see your account still logged in somewhere you did not expect, log out manually from that device. Go to your account settings, find the section for active sessions or connected devices, and select the option to sign out remotely if Spotify offers it.
Password Requirements and Security Tips
Spotify requires passwords to be at least eight characters long. There is no stated maximum length. You can use letters, numbers, and special characters like exclamation marks or hyphens. Spotify does not require you to use uppercase and lowercase letters together, but doing so makes your password stronger.
Do not reuse a password from another account, especially not from email, banking, or social media. If one of those services is breached, hackers will try that same password on Spotify and other sites. If you use the same password everywhere and one account is compromised, all your accounts are at risk. Consider using a password manager to generate and store unique passwords for each service.
If You Forgot Your Password
Go to the Spotify login page and click Forgot your password? below the password field. Enter the email address or username associated with your account. Spotify will send a password reset link to that email address. Check your inbox and spam folder — the email usually arrives within a few minutes.
Click the link in the email. You will be taken to a page where you can create a new password. Enter it twice to confirm, then click the button to reset. You can now log in with your new password on any device. If you do not receive the email, make sure you are using the correct email address, and try again after waiting a few minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will changing my password affect my playlists or saved music?
No. Your playlists, saved songs, and listening history stay exactly the same. Changing your password only affects how you log in — it does not touch any of your account data or music preferences.
Do I need to change my password on each device separately?
No. When you change your password on one device, Spotify logs you out everywhere. You then log back in on each device using the new password, but you only change the password once, in your account settings.
What if I change my password but still cannot log in?
Make sure you are typing the new password correctly — passwords are case-sensitive, so uppercase and lowercase letters matter. If you are still stuck, use the "Forgot your password?" option again to reset it. If that does not work, contact Spotify support through the help section of your account.
Can I change my password if I am not sure which email address I used to sign up?
If you cannot remember your email, you may not be able to reset your password on your own. Spotify's password reset sends a link to your registered email address. Contact Spotify support and explain the situation — they can help you regain access to your account.