Rename a playlist in seconds on desktop or mobile

To change a playlist name on Spotify, right-click the playlist and select "Edit details" on desktop, or tap the three dots next to the playlist name on mobile and choose "Edit playlist". Type the new name and save. The change takes effect when ready across all your devices.

The steps differ slightly between desktop and phone, but both routes take under a minute. You can rename any playlist you created yourself — collaborative playlists and playlists made by other users cannot be renamed by you, only by the person who created them.

Key Takeaways

  • Desktop users right-click a playlist, select "Edit details", change the name, and click outside the field to save.
  • Mobile users tap the three-dot menu next to the playlist name, choose "Edit playlist", and update the name in the text field.
  • You can only rename playlists you created — collaborative and other users' playlists cannot be renamed by you.
  • Renamed playlists update when ready on all devices where you are signed in to the same Spotify account.

Rename a playlist on Spotify desktop

Open Spotify on your computer and locate the playlist you want to rename in the left sidebar or in your library. Right-click directly on the playlist name. A menu will appear with several options.

Click "Edit details" from the menu. A small window or inline editor will open showing the current playlist name. Clear the existing text and type the new name you want. Click outside the text field or press Enter to save the change. The playlist name updates when ready in your library and on any other device where you are signed in.

Rename a playlist on Spotify mobile

Open the Spotify app on your phone and navigate to the playlist you want to rename. Tap the three vertical dots (the menu icon) in the top right corner of the playlist page, next to the play button.

Select "Edit playlist" from the menu that appears. The playlist name field will become editable. Delete the current name and type the new one. Tap outside the text field or press the checkmark to confirm. The new name appears when ready on your phone and syncs to your other devices within seconds.

What happens to a renamed playlist

When you rename a playlist, the change applies only to the name — all the songs inside stay exactly as they were. The order of tracks does not change, and no songs are added or removed. Followers of the playlist (if it is public) will see the new name the next time they refresh their app or browser.

If the playlist is collaborative, only the person who created it can rename it. If you are a collaborator but not the creator, you will not see the "Edit details" or "Edit playlist" option. The creator must make the name change themselves.

Rename a collaborative playlist

Collaborative playlists can only be renamed by the person who originally created them. If you created a collaborative playlist, you can rename it using the same steps as a regular playlist — right-click and select "Edit details" on desktop, or tap the three dots and choose "Edit playlist" on mobile.

If someone else created the collaborative playlist, you cannot rename it even though you can add and remove songs. Contact the creator and ask them to change the name. They will see the edit option in their own Spotify account.

Troubleshoot a playlist name that will not change

If the name field does not appear editable or the change does not save, first check that you are the person who created the playlist. You cannot rename playlists made by other users or official Spotify playlists. If you created it and the edit option still does not appear, try signing out of Spotify and signing back in.

On mobile, make sure you are using the latest version of the Spotify app — outdated versions sometimes have bugs with editing. On desktop, try closing and reopening Spotify. If the problem continues, the playlist may have been created under a different account. Check which email address is linked to your current Spotify account in Settings.

Rename a playlist you made private or public

Whether a playlist is private or public does not affect your ability to rename it. You can change the name of a private playlist (visible only to you) or a public playlist (visible to anyone with the link) using the same steps. The privacy setting and the name are separate — changing one does not change the other.

If you want to change both the name and the privacy setting at the same time, the "Edit details" or "Edit playlist" menu lets you do both in one place. On desktop, you will see a toggle for "Make private" or "Make public" in the same window where you edit the name.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I rename a playlist someone else created?

No. You can only rename playlists you created yourself. If you are a collaborator on someone else's playlist, you can add and remove songs but not change the name. The original creator must rename it.

Will renaming a playlist remove the songs inside it?

No. Renaming a playlist changes only the title. All songs, their order, and any notes stay exactly the same. Nothing is added or removed from the playlist.

How long does it take for the new name to show on other devices?

The name updates when ready on your current device. On other devices where you are signed in, the change usually appears within a few seconds. If it takes longer, refresh the app or browser.

Can I rename an official Spotify playlist?

No. Playlists created by Spotify (like "New Music Daily" or "Today's Top Hits") cannot be renamed. You can only rename playlists you personally created.

What if I renamed a playlist by mistake?

You can rename it again using the same steps. There is no undo button, but you can change the name back to whatever you want at any time by editing the playlist details again.