Looking to change your Spotify subscription, but don’t know where to start? Did you know that you can keep all your playlists and settings, even when you switch? Here’s a step-by-step guide to choosing and changing your Spotify subscription.
How to change your subscription
Changing your Spotify subscription may seem complicated, but it’s actually quite simple. Whether you want to switch to Premium, Family or Student, the steps are similar. Here’s a guide to help you make the transition stress-free.
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Go to ‘My Account’ then ‘Manage your subscription’.
To change your Spotify subscription, start by logging into your account. Once logged in, click on your profile in the top right-hand corner and select “Account”. You’ll come to a page with several options. Look for and click on “Manage your subscription”.
If you don’t see this option, it may be because your subscription is managed by a partner, such as a telephone operator. In this case, you’ll first need to cancel your subscription via this partner. To do this, look for your partner’s contact link in the “Payment” section of your account page. For example, if you pay via iTunes, you’ll need to follow Apple’s cancellation procedure.
Once you’ve accessed “Manage your subscription”, you’ll see various subscription options. Choose the one that suits you best, whether Premium, Family or Student. Click on “Change subscription” and follow the on-screen instructions. Rest assured, all your playlists, saved tracks and settings will be preserved, whatever your new subscription.
With just a few clicks, you can adapt your Spotify subscription to your current needs, without losing your precious playlists.
Select the desired offer
Choosing the Spotify subscription that’s right for you depends on your needs and circumstances. Here’s an overview of the available options:
- Premium Personal: Ideal if you’re the only user. You get three months free, then it’s €11.12/month. Perfect for ad-free, high-quality listening.
- Premium Students : If you’re a student, this offer is for you. After one month free, it’s just €6.06/month. You must be enrolled at an accredited institution, and the offer is valid for up to four years.
- Premium Duo: Living with someone and want to share a subscription? For €15.17/month, two separate Premium accounts, each with its own playlists and recommendations.
- Premium Family: Ideal for families. Up to six accounts for €18.21/month. Each member has his or her own account, but all must live at the same address.
To select the offer that’s right for you, log in to your Spotify account, go to your account settings and choose the subscription that best suits your needs. You can change your subscription at any time and keep all your playlists and settings. Just make sure you have a valid payment method to activate your new offer.
Types and prices of Spotify subscriptions
Spotify offers several types of subscription to meet the varied needs of its users. Whether you’re a student, a family or a solo user, there’s an offer for you. Let’s take a look at the different options and their prices.
Premium Personnel: €11.12/month (3 months free for new users)
Spotify’s Premium Personal subscription is priced at €11.12 per month, with a tempting offer of 3 months free for new users. This promotion is valid until September 17, 2024. All you need is a valid payment method. Spotify will send you a reminder 7 days before the end of the trial period, to avoid any unpleasant surprises.
One of the major advantages of this subscription is its flexibility. You can cancel at any time. If you decide to do so, your subscription will remain active until the next billing date, and you won’t lose your playlists, saved tracks or settings.
Please note that if you have subscribed via a partner (such as a telephone operator or Internet service provider), you will first need to cancel this subscription before you can subscribe directly to the Premium Personnel offer. To do this, contact your partner directly and wait until the end of your current subscription.
Premium Students: €6.06/month (1 month free, reserved for accredited students, valid for up to 4 years)
Spotify’s Premium Student offer is perfect for students who want to enjoy their ad-free music at a reduced rate. At just €6.06 per month, you save compared to the standard rate of €10.99. What’s more, you get one month free to test the service.
To benefit, you must be an accredited student. Verification is via SheerID, where you’ll need to provide proof of your student status. If you’re connected to your school’s Wi-Fi, verification can even be instantaneous.
Once your status has been confirmed, the subscription is valid for one year. After this period, you’ll need to renew your verification to continue benefiting from the reduced rate. Otherwise, your membership will automatically revert to the regular rate.
There’s no need to unsubscribe from your current Premium account if you opt for the Student offer. The reduced rate will apply from your next billing date. You’ll receive a confirmation email once your status has been validated, with a link to finalize your registration.
If you have any problems with the verification, please contact SheerID for assistance. Enjoy your favorite music without breaking the bank!
Premium Duo: €15.17/month for 2 accounts (address verification required)
Spotify’s Premium Duo plan is ideal for couples or flatmates sharing the same address. For €15.17/month, you get two separate Premium accounts, each with its own playlists and personalized recommendations.
To sign up, the manager simply needs to access the Premium subscriptions page, select “Get Premium Duo” and enter the payment details. Once the subscription has been activated, the manager sends an e-mail invitation to the second user. The second user must confirm that he or she lives at the same address to finalize the subscription.
A few points to note:
- One manager: One person is responsible for payments and invitations.
- Address verification: Both users must prove that they live in the same household.
- Flexibility: You can upgrade to Duo even if you already have a Premium account, without losing your playlists or recommendations.
- Limitation: You can only change your Duo subscription once a year.
With Premium Duo, you can enjoy your favorite music uninterrupted, each on their own account, while saving money compared to two individual subscriptions.
Premium Family: €18.21/month for up to 6 accounts (address verification required)
Spotify’s Premium Family subscription is ideal for households where several people want to enjoy music without interruption. For €18.21/month, you can have up to six separate accounts, each with its own playlists and recommendations. Address verification is required to ensure that all members live under the same roof.
Each member has his or her own Premium account, which means you can listen to your favorite tracks without others seeing what you’re listening to. What’s more, simultaneous listening is possible, so there’s no need to fight over the playlist of the day.
The offer also includes features such as explicit content control, perfect for parents, and access to Spotify Kids, an app dedicated to children. And if you ever change your mind, cancellation is possible at any time, at no extra charge.
Free
Spotify’s free subscription, often called “Spotify Free”, is a great option for those who want to enjoy music at no cost. With this plan, you have access to a vast music library, but there are a few limitations to be aware of. For example, you’ll have to listen to ads between songs, and some features like offline mode or the ability to choose any song at any time are reserved for Premium subscribers.
You can create and share playlists, discover new music with personalized recommendations and listen to podcasts. However, on mobile, listening is often limited to a random mode, except for certain playlists selected by Spotify.
Keeping playlists and settings
Changing your Spotify subscription doesn’t mean losing your favorite playlists or settings. Whether you switch from Premium Personal to Premium Family, or even back to the free version, your saved playlists and tracks remain intact.
However, there are a few subtleties to be aware of. If you purchased your subscription via a partner (such as a telephone operator), you may have to cancel that subscription directly with that partner before you can choose a new one. Rest assured, your playlists will remain intact.
Please note, however, that if you have downloaded songs for offline listening, they will be deleted when your Premium subscription expires. You’ll still be able to listen to them online, but if you want to keep them offline, there are tools like NoteBurner Spotify Music Converter that convert your tracks into open formats.
Subscription cancellation
Cancelling your Spotify subscription is easy. You can do so at any time via your account page.
Here’s how it works:
- Log in to your Spotify account.
- Go to “My Account” then “Manage your subscription”.
- Click on “Cancel subscription”.
Your Premium subscription will remain active until the next billing date. After that, your account will automatically switch to the free service. Don’t worry, you won’t lose your playlists or saved tracks, but you will experience ad breaks.
If you are the manager of a Family or Duo membership, don’t forget to inform the other members, as they will lose their Premium benefits. Members may withdraw themselves, but the complete cancellation must be made by the manager.
Please note that if your subscription is linked to a third party, such as a telephone operator or Internet service provider, you’ll need to contact them directly to cancel it. For subscriptions managed via iTunes, follow Apple’s procedure.
Finally, if you cancel within 14 days of your purchase, you can request a refund, provided you have not used Spotify during this period. After this period, cancellation will be effective, but without refund.
It’s that simple. You can find all this information and more on the Spotify support site.
FAQ
To upgrade from Spotify Free to Spotify Premium, log in to your Spotify account, go to the subscriptions page, and select the “Upgrade to Premium” option. Follow the instructions to confirm your subscription and enter your payment details. Once completed, you’ll immediately benefit from the Premium advantages.
To switch to a Duo or Family subscription, go to your Spotify account settings, click on “Change subscription”, and select the Duo or Family option. Follow the instructions to change your subscription. The new plan will be active on the next billing date.
Yes, you can return to Spotify Free at any time. Go to the subscription management page on your Spotify account, select the option to cancel your Premium subscription, and confirm. You will continue to benefit from Spotify Premium until the end of your current billing cycle.
Your playlists, saved tracks and preferences will not be affected by a change of subscription. Whether you upgrade, downgrade, or cancel your subscription, your content will remain available on your account.
If you are subscribed to Spotify via a partner, you will first need to cancel this subscription via this partner before you can subscribe to another plan directly via Spotify. Contact your operator or service provider for instructions on how to cancel your current subscription.
No, if you change subscription during the billing cycle, you retain all your Premium benefits until the end of that cycle. The new plan will take effect on the next renewal date.
If you wish to switch from an annual to a monthly subscription, you will need to wait until the end of the current annual period. At that point, you can choose to switch to a monthly subscription in the “Manage subscriptions” section of your account. Spotify does not generally offer refunds for current annual subscriptions.
