Looking to create a shared playlist on Spotify but don’t know where to start? Did you know that Spotify makes it easy to collaborate with your friends to create dynamic, interactive playlists? We’ll guide you step-by-step through creating, sharing and managing your collaborative playlists on Spotify.
Creating collaborative playlists on Spotify
Creating a collaborative playlist on Spotify is child’s play, whether on computer or mobile. Follow the guide:
On computer :
- Open Spotify and log in.
- In your library, right-click on the one you want to broadcast.
- Select “Collaborate”.
Now your playlist is ready for your friends to edit!
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On mobile :
- Launch the Spotify application and log in.
- Go to “Your library” and choose the playlist you want to broadcast.
- Press the three small dots in the top right-hand corner.
- Select “Make modifiable by them”. It’s as simple as that!
Once the playlist is editable, share the link with your friends so they can add, delete and rearrange tracks. You can send it directly or share it via your favorite social networks. Just a reminder: this feature is reserved for Spotify Premium subscribers.
Collaborative playlist sharing
Sharing a collaborative playlist on Spotify is quick and easy. On your computer, right-click on the playlist you wish to share and select “Invite collaborators”. A link will be generated, valid for 7 days. You can then forward it to your friends by e-mail, message or via social networks.
On mobile, it’s just as easy. Open the Spotify app, go to “Your library” and select the playlist you want to share. Press the three little dots in the top right-hand corner, then “Invite collaborators”. You’ll then have the option of copying it or sending it directly via your favorite messaging applications or social networks.
Once your friends have the link, they can add, delete and rearrange tracks as they wish. It’s perfect for creating a playlist that evolves with everyone’s tastes, whether for a night out, a road trip or simply to discover new music together. No need to be an expert, Spotify makes the process fluid and intuitive.
Invite and remove collaborators from a Spotify playlist
You’ve created your playlist and you’re ready to share it with your friends so they can add their favorite tracks. Here’s how. On the mobile application or computer, start by opening the playlist in question. Then look for the person icon or the three small dots next to the playlist title. Click on it and select “Invite collaborators”. A URL will be generated, which you can share with your friends. Please note that this link is not eternal and will expire after 7 days.
If at any point you decide to remove a collaborator, the process is just as simple. Go back to the playlist settings, find the user you wish to remove and click on the three dots next to their name. Choose “Remove as collaborator” and you’re done. This is a handy feature for keeping control over the content of your playlist.
With just a few clicks, you can manage who can contribute to your playlist, making the musical experience even more personalized and collaborative. Whether it’s a night out with friends or a music project, Spotify makes collaboration simple and effective.
Limits and conditions of collaborative playlists
Collaborative playlists on Spotify are a great way to share and discover music with your friends, but they come with a few limitations and conditions to keep in mind. Invitation links expire after 24 hours. Once this time has elapsed, you’ll need to generate a new link to invite others. This may seem restrictive, but it’s a security measure to prevent unwanted access.
Then, although you can add up to 1,000 users to a collaborative playlist, only those who have received an invitation can contribute. If you have a public playlist, it remains visible to all, but only invited collaborators will be able to edit it. This allows you to retain some control over content, while making the playlist accessible to a wide audience.
Finally, it is important to note that you cannot extend the validity of a collaboration invitation. If you need to add new collaborators after the initial 24 hours, you’ll need to generate a new link. This may seem restrictive, but it’s to ensure that only the right users can modify the playlist.
By keeping these points in mind, you can take full advantage of Spotify’s collaborative features while maintaining a certain level of control and security over your playlists.
Different types of playlists on Spotify
On Spotify, there are several types of playlist, each with its own characteristics and uses. Here’s an overview of the different options available:
- Public playlists: These are visible to all Spotify users. They can be discovered via search or the application’s recommendations. If you want the whole world to discover your musical tastes, this is the type of playlist to choose.
- Private playlists: Unlike public playlists, these are only visible to you.
- They’re perfect for those times when you want to keep your music selections to yourself, without sharing them with other users.
- Collaborative playlists: These allow multiple users to contribute by adding or deleting songs. They are ideal for joint projects, such as preparing a playlist for a party or a road trip with friends. To make a collaborative playlist, simply set up a normal one, then make it so via the sharing options.
In addition to these categories, Spotify also offers personalized playlists and editorial playlists:
- Personalized playlists: Created by algorithms, they are based on your listening habits and preferences. Popular examples include “Discover Weekly” and “Release Radar”, which are unique for each user.
- Editorial playlists: Curated by Spotify experts, these playlists are branded with the Spotify logo and cover a variety of genres and themes. They are often highlighted in the “Browse” and “Home” sections of the application.
Finally, don’t forget that you can submit your own songs for inclusion in editorial playlists, which can be an excellent opportunity for budding artists.
Spotify subscriptions required for collaborative features
To take full advantage of Spotify’s collaborative features, you don’t need a Premium subscription. In fact, even Spotify Free users can participate in collaborative playlists. However, it’s important to note that certain advanced features, such as downloading playlists for offline listening, remain reserved for Premium subscribers.
Creating a collaborative playlist is child’s play. Simply open the mobile app, go to the “Home” section and scroll down to “Designed especially for you”. There, you’ll find the option to create a “multi-party mix”. Once the invitation has been sent and accepted by your friends, the playlist will appear in your Spotify library and update automatically every day.
It’s also possible to invite others to contribute by adding tracks to the playlist. This makes the experience even more interactive, and allows you to discover new music thanks to your friends’ suggestions. So, whether you’re a free or paying user, don’t hesitate to explore these collaborative features to enrich your shared musical moments.
FAQ
To create a shared playlist on Spotify, first create a playlist by clicking on “New playlist” in your library. Once the playlist has been created, open it, then click on the three dots (menu) and select “Share”. Finally, select “Collaborative playlist”. You can then share the link with your friends, who can add or delete songs.
Anyone with a link to the shared playlist can make changes to it, such as adding or deleting songs. However, only the people with whom you have shared the playlist can access and modify it.
No, Spotify does not show details of who has added or deleted songs to a shared playlist. It is therefore impossible to know which specific person has modified the playlist.
To stop sharing a collaborative playlist, open the playlist, click on the three dots (menu) and deselect “Collaborative playlist”. This will stop collaboration, and only you will be able to edit the playlist. If you want to stop sharing completely, you can also delete the sharing link.
No, a collaborative playlist cannot be made public. It is automatically set to private, which means that only users who have received the link can access and modify it.
If you find that someone is modifying the shared playlist too often or inappropriately, you can either stop sharing the playlist with that person by deactivating collaboration, or discuss with the person to define common rules regarding song additions and deletions.
Unfortunately, Spotify does not allow you to recover a song deleted from a shared playlist. If a song has been deleted, you’ll have to add it manually if you remember.
