How to Add Family Members to Your Existing Spotify Premium Account

Key takeaways:

• Spotify Premium Family allows up to 6 family members to share a discounted subscription
• Each family member gets their own individual Premium account with personalized recommendations
• The plan manager can easily invite family members through the Spotify app or website
• Family members must reside at the same address to be eligible for the Premium Family plan

Spotify Premium Family is an excellent way for households to enjoy all the benefits of Spotify Premium at a discounted price. With this plan, up to six family members living under the same roof can each have their own individual Premium account, complete with personalized playlists and recommendations. If you already have a Spotify Premium account, upgrading to Premium Family and adding your loved ones is a simple process. Here’s how to do it:

Upgrading to Spotify Premium Family

To get started, log in to your existing Spotify Premium account through the app or website. Navigate to your account settings and look for the “Change Plan” option. Select the Premium Family plan, which costs $16.99 per month in the US (pricing may vary by region). You’ll be prompted to enter your payment information if it’s not already on file.

Don’t worry about canceling your current Premium plan – Spotify will automatically switch you over to the Family plan and prorate any remaining individual subscription time. Once you’ve completed the upgrade, you’re ready to start inviting family members.

Inviting Family Members

As the plan manager, you can add up to five additional family members to your Premium Family subscription. Here’s how:

1. Open the Spotify app or log in to the website and go to your account page
2. Scroll down to the “Premium Family” section and click “Manage Family”
3. Click “Invite Family Member” and choose how you’d like to send the invitation:

• Via email
• By copying a direct link
• Through WhatsApp or Messenger

1. Send the invitation link to your family member

Your family member will need to click the link, log in to their existing Spotify account or create a new one, and confirm the same home address as the plan manager. Once they’ve accepted the invitation, they’ll have immediate access to all the features of Spotify Premium.

It’s important to note that Spotify requires all Premium Family members to reside at the same physical address. The company may periodically ask users to re-verify their home address to ensure compliance with this policy.

Managing Your Premium Family Plan

As the plan manager, you have control over who is part of your Premium Family subscription. You can remove family members at any time by following these steps:

1. Go to your account page and navigate to the “Premium Family” section
2. Click “Manage Family”
3. Find the family member you wish to remove and click “Remove Member”

Removing a family member will downgrade their account to the free, ad-supported version of Spotify. They will lose access to Premium features, but their playlists and saved music will remain intact.

Benefits of Spotify Premium Family

Sharing a Spotify Premium Family plan offers several advantages over individual subscriptions:

• Cost savings: At $16.99 per month for up to six accounts, Premium Family is significantly more affordable than paying for separate Premium subscriptions.
• Individual accounts: Each family member gets their own Premium account, so there’s no need to share login information or worry about someone else’s listening habits affecting your recommendations.
• Personalized recommendations: Spotify’s algorithm tailors music and podcast suggestions based on each user’s unique listening history, ensuring a personalized experience for everyone on the plan.
• Audiobook listening time: Premium Family subscribers in the US now have access to 15 hours of audiobook listening time per month from Spotify’s audiobook subscriber catalog, which includes over 200,000 titles. This perk is only available to the plan manager.

By upgrading to Spotify Premium Family and adding your household members, you can enjoy all the benefits of Spotify Premium while saving money and maintaining individual listening experiences. The process of inviting family members and managing your subscription is straightforward, making it easy to share your love of music and podcasts with those closest to you.

FAQ

How much does Spotify Premium Family cost?

In the US, Spotify Premium Family costs $16.99 per month. Pricing may vary in other regions.

How many people can be on a Spotify Premium Family plan?

A Premium Family plan includes up to six individual Premium accounts – the plan manager and five additional family members.

Can I add friends or family members who don’t live with me to my Premium Family plan?

No, Spotify requires all members of a Premium Family plan to reside at the same physical address. The company may ask users to verify their address from time to time to ensure compliance.

What happens to my existing Premium account when I upgrade to Premium Family?

When you upgrade to Premium Family, Spotify will automatically cancel your individual Premium subscription and switch you over to the Family plan. Any remaining time on your individual plan will be prorated and credited toward your new Premium Family subscription.

Can each family member on a Premium Family plan have their own playlists and recommendations?

Yes, each family member gets their own individual Premium account with personalized playlists, recommendations, and listening history. There’s no need to share login information or worry about someone else’s listening habits affecting your music suggestions.