Spotify is rolling out global updates to its free service, giving listeners more control, personalization, and ways to connect without paying for Premium.
Why it matters
Most Spotify users begin with the free tier. By upgrading its features, Spotify aims to hook more first-time listeners and keep them engaged — while nudging them toward Premium.
What’s new
- Pick & play: Users can now search for and instantly play any song, not just shuffle through playlists.
- Social sharing: Tap to listen directly to tracks shared by artists or friends.
- Playlist covers: Customize your playlists with images, colors, and text effects across 128 markets.
- Daylist: A dynamic playlist that shifts throughout the day to match moods and habits.
- Lyrics: Scrollable, real-time lyrics with the option to share them on Instagram, WhatsApp, and more.
How it works
- Discover playlists: Personalized mixes like Discover Weekly and Release Radar adapt the more you listen.
- Editorial playlists: Curated lists from Spotify’s in-house music editors remain central to discovery.
- Pro tip: Save your daylist or custom playlist covers to revisit and keep your music library fresh.
