If you look at the tech we’re surrounded with today, it’s quite obvious what we’re aiming for: convenience. And we aren’t talking about the one we get when we switch from fridge magnet notes to an online notepad. We’re talking about when all you need to do is say what you want, and it’ll be done, all with the use of technology. Trust us, a time like that isn’t so far away.
In these times, some people are torn between convenience and privacy. If a robot knows absolutely everything about them, is that such a safe prospect? Tech goes both ways; if we’re relying on it more and more, there are also people who are working on mastering it.
Anyhow, that’s a debate for later. Currently, we get standard privacy online, especially on social media platforms. We can choose who can see us and who we see and generally have the option to voice our opinion in places where it’s not needed.
The more social media grows, the easier it gets for us to find anyone online, regardless of whether or not they want us to. However, you don’t need to expect the same from Spotify because users can only find someone there with their username.
And since most people like to go with a cool username which is most likely not their name, only with their permission can you find them there. Isn’t that unique and useful, having the option to say, “I just don’t use Spotify,” since they’ll never find out either way?
If you want to find someone on Spotify without their username, it’s not the easiest position to be in. However, we won’t hang you out to dry; today’s blog contains some tips and tricks that might just help you out!
How to Find Someone on Spotify Without Username?
Let’s get straight to it: how can you find someone on Spotify without their username? Well, the straightforward answer is, you can’t. Unless you can type in the name they use for their Spotify account, you cannot possibly find someone on Spotify.
What is the point of Spotify being a collaborative platform when you can’t easily find someone? Think about it: if anyone could find you on Spotify, would it be that different from other social media platforms?
Sure, people love Instagram, and some people might find it convenient if the networking on Spotify was on a larger scale. However, for most, this would turn their overall experience on the music streaming service into a nightmare.
You might’ve already guessed it, but if you haven’t, the reason behind this is simple: not everyone is the same. While you might like to advertise your music taste, others might enjoy having a private listening experience. After all, it’s our one solace, one means of escape from the hustle-bustle of, well, reality.
Music is a very personal thing, and it’s counter-productive to change what’s already working splendidly into something which already exists and is popular. Spotify understands that, which is why, despite several requests, it’s still not allowing people to find another in any way except username.
Moreover, even if you do find someone on Spotify, you must know that there isn’t much you can do. All you’ll be able to see are the playlists they’ve chosen to make public. It’s highly likely that it won’t tell you much about who they are as a person.
There’s no option to DM or call someone on Spotify; you can only follow a user. So, all in all, it’s impossible to find someone on Spotify without a username, and it’s not a fruitful activity even if you find them.
However, if you still want to find someone on Spotify, we understand that you must have your reasons. Before you try to find them there, you need to learn their username first, and that, again, is a tricky endeavor.
This is because, unlike social media, most people on Spotify choose to use something close to them as a username instead of their real name. So, it won’t be easy to guess it.
Ask them directly
One of the most straightforward ways to learn someone’s Spotify username is to ask them about it directly. The only hindrance in your path would be if you didn’t know them personally.
If you know them personally but don’t want to ask them because you feel shy, think about it again. If you don’t ask them for it, you’re missing out on learning about their music taste, which is very useful if you’re interested in them.
Asking them about it directly will also help you gain confidence and make them feel like you’re a no-nonsense, mature person. Moreover, what excuse could they possibly have for refusing to give you their Spotify username?
You could approach them with something like, “Hey, I really like the music you listen to, do you think you could share your Spotify username?”
Even if you don’t know them personally, you can still do this in their Instagram DMs. You see, who’s asking doesn’t make much of a difference. People always want to show off their music taste and love it even more when they’re appreciated for it.
Check out their username on their device itself.
If you know this person and are slowly getting close to them, there’s a chance that you could get their username right away. When you meet them next, mention having no friends on Spotify and how you’d love to explore new genres of music. It’s up to you to steer the conversation to a point where they’ll offer their username.
When you ask someone to do something point-blank, they’re more likely to do it. But if you ask them to do it over text, they have a lot of space to think and even overthink it.
Another thing you could do is simply ask them to share one of their playlists. However, this would only work if they play some music, any music in front of you. You could wait for the opportunity to present itself or ask them to play some cool music yourself. Of course, we’d suggest going with the latter.
Any and all Spotify playlists you see will have their creator’s username at the top, so there you go!
In conclusion
Spotify is a music streaming service unlike any other on the market. Interactive, efficient, unique, and secure, all at once. Not only will it provide you with the best quality content, but it’s also highly mindful of your security.
If someone wants to find you on the platform without your username, they can’t. It’s just not possible. But if you wish to find someone like that, what you can do is find that username first. We’d like to warn you that it’s a tricky ride, so it’s up to you to decide if it’s worth it.
The only way to learn someone’s username is to ask them directly or indirectly. And if you don’t know them personally, well, that’s a bummer.
If you have any follow-up questions about this blog, do let us know in the comments; we’d love to help you out!
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