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Can Spotify Username be Changed?

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Spotify changed the music landscape by introducing music streaming and it has gone on to be adopted by many music lovers. The music app is easy to use, but there can be a confusing part of it which is the username vs the display name. These are two types of names that is used on the Spotify platform for identification. But are they the same? They are not. Follow us to understand the difference between the two:

What is a Spotify Username?

Spotify Username, and display name are not the same. Your Spotify Username is a set of random strings of characters which is set when your created your account. It unique to you, and is used to identify you on the platform. You can’t change your username on Spotify.

What is a Spotify Display Name?

Your Spotify Display Name is another means of identification on Spotify. This name is shown when someone visits your profile on Spotify. The good thing is that you can always change your Display Name as many times as you like.

How to Change Spotify Display Name on Android & iOS

The steps to change your Spotify Display Name is the same on Android and iOS. Follow the steps below to achieve this:

1. Launch the Spotify app

2. Tap on your profile photo which is at the left. Next, click the View Profile.

Tap your profile photo; Photo Credit: About Device
Click the View Profile option; Photo Credit: About Device

3. Now, below the full display name, tap the Edit Button.

Click the Edit button; Photo Credit: About Device

4. Finally, tap on your name, and then go ahead to edit it.

Change the name; Photo Credit: About Device

5. Lastly, hit Save at the top left.

Change Display Name on Spotify Website & Desktop App

The website or desktop app of Spotify also allows you to change your Display name. Here’s how:

1. Open the Spotify web or desktop app.

2. Next, click on your profile photo at the top-right and then select the Profile option.

Click the Profile icon; Photo Credit: About Device
Click on Profile; Photo Credit: About Device

3. Click the horizontal three-dot icon underneath the profile picture, and then click the Edit Profile Option.

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Click Edit Profile; Photo Credit: About Device

4. You’d see a text box, now enter your new display name and hit the Save button.

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In Conclusion…

You may have been confused with understanding the difference between Spotify username and display name. Although Spotify username cannot be edited, but your display name can be changed as many times as possible. We hope you found this helpful? If you did, kindly leave a comment, and don’t forget to share…

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