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Do you need to change your Spotify account password? If you know your password, you'll need to use the Spotify website on your mobile or desktop browser. If you forgot or lost your password, you'll need to reset it. Currently, there's no way to change or reset your password on the Spotify mobile app or desktop app, so you'll need to use a web browser. This How.com.vn will show you how to change and reset your password using the Spotify website on your Windows, Mac, iPhone, or Android device.
Things You Should Know
- You can only change or reset your password in a web browser.
- To change your password, log into the Spotify website. Click your profile → "Account" → "Change password".
- To reset your password, open Spotify's Passsword Reset. Enter your email, then click the reset link sent to your email.
Steps
Go to https://www.spotify.com and sign in. You'll need to use a mobile or desktop browser. Regardless of Spotify premium status, you can't change your password using the mobile app or desktop app.- Use this method if you know your password and want to change it.
- Click Log in in the top-right corner, and enter your username or email and password. Click Log in again.
- If you use Facebook to log in to your Spotify account, you won't have a Spotify password to change, but you can change your Facebook password. You could also remove Spotify from Facebook if you want.
Click your profile picture in the top-right corner. This will open a drop-down menu.Advertisement
Click Account. This is the very first option. A new window will open.
Click Change password. You can find this on the left panel, underneath Address.
Enter your current password. You must know your current password to use this method.
Enter your new password twice. Input your new password in the New password and Repeat new password field.EXPERT TIPBrandon Phipps is a Technology Specialist based in Bakersfield, CA. He is the owner of Second Star Technologies and specializes in Managed IT Services for small and mid-sized businesses in Bakersfield, CA. With over 23 years of experience, he offers expert cloud computing, cybersecurity, and network management solutions. Brandon is a committed community member and coach who leads and innovates in tech and sports coaching. His dedication to local businesses and communities is evident in his hands-on, tailored approach to IT solutions.Technology Specialist
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Technology SpecialistSecure your digital life with online password best practices. Choose a long, easy-to-remember passphrase as your password. You should also avoid using the same password for multiple services or websites. Use web browser password managers to create and securely store your passwords.
Click Set new password. This is the green button below the password fields.- Your password is now changed. Log back into your account on the mobile or desktop app to use Spotify.
Go to https://www.spotify.com/password-reset in a desktop or mobile browser. You'll see a field for your email address or username.[1]- Use this method if you forgot your password and want to change it.
Type your Spotify username or email address in the field. Be sure to use the email address associated with your Spotify account.
Click SEND. An email will be sent to the email address associated with your Spotify membership.
Click the link inside the email from Spotify. The email header should be Reset your password.- The sender should have an @spotify.com email. In most cases, it will be [email protected].
- Never click outgoing links from unfamiliar or unofficial emails. This will protect your email account from unauthorized access.
- The sender should have an @spotify.com email. In most cases, it will be [email protected].
Enter a new password in the labeled fields. Make sure to use a secure password that you can remember.- You'll need to enter this password twice. Be sure they match in each field.
Click Send. This is the green button below the password fields.- Your password is now changed. Log back into your account on the mobile or desktop app to use Spotify.
- If desired, you can also change your Spotify username.
Expert Q&A
- QuestionI keep forgetting my passwords. What should I do?
Luigi OppidoLuigi Oppido is the Owner and Operator of Pleasure Point Computers in Santa Cruz, California. Luigi has over 25 years of experience in general computer repair, data recovery, virus removal, and upgrades. He is also the host of the Computer Man Show! broadcasted on KSQD covering central California for over two years.
Computer & Tech SpecialistI'd recommend either using a password manager, which will keep track of all of your different passwords for you, or writing your passwords down in a notebook. If you go the notebook route, keep it someplace safe where other people can't access it. - QuestionIf I set up my account using a Facebook login but are no longer on Facebook, how can I log in to Spotify?
Community AnswerContact Spotify support. - QuestionThe Spotify website is now blocked at my workplace. Any other methods for resetting my password without redirecting it to the Spotify website?Community AnswerTry using a VPN. VPN uses a different server in a different country, which means your sites at your workplace will no longer be blocked as soon you switch on the VPN on your phone. VPN applications are available on the App Store/Play Store.
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Tips
- It's a good idea to either use a password manager or write your password down in a notebook in case you forget later on.[2]Thanks
- Don't use a previous password that may have been compromised.[3]Thanks
References
- ↑ https://www.spotify.com/password-reset/
- ↑ Luigi Oppido. Computer & Tech Specialist. Expert Interview. 31 July 2019.
- ↑ Luigi Oppido. Computer & Tech Specialist. Expert Interview. 31 July 2019.
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