Hemorrhaging data

[woundedprophet]

Hey Guys,

I am unsure if this is the place to post this - but I have noticed that this month alone, my Spotify has incurred 8.5GB of background data, which is up 50% from last month with minimal increase in usage. I have incurred $30 in overages with my carrier because of this. I have had to uninstall the app just to save grace. Please advise.

Last Update Google references is May 24th, which is this billing cycle I am having an issue with.

Device: OnePlus 2

Android Version: 6.0.1

I have attached screenshots

If any further information is needed, please let me know. 

[jnorris170]

If you are streaming music, that will do it. 

[woundedprophet]

That gets listed under Background Data? Wouldn't that be forground when I am actively streaming? 

[jnorris170 · Accepted solution]

If your screen is off, or if you are using another app, it is considered as "background".