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Refresh token expiration: discussion thread

Hey everyone, I've created this thread to provide more insight on an upcoming change to how refresh tokens work for apps on the Spotify Web API. We've shared a blog post that explains what's changing and why. The short version: refresh tokens will no...

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February 2026 Spotify for Developers update: thread

Hey everyone, I’ve created this thread to provide an open space for discussion, feedback, concerns or ideas on an upcoming update to Spotify for Developers access. We’ve shared a blog post that explains what’s changing and why. Please use this thread...

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Kugelschreibert

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Spotify iOS SDK 5.0.1 App Remote Authentication Returns error=unknown_error with No Access Token

PlanPremiumOperating SystemiOS 26.4.2 My Question or IssueWe are experiencing a persistent authentication issue with Spotify App Remote integration using the Spotify iOS SDK. Environment:Spotify iOS SDK version: 5.0.1 (integrated manually as an XCFra...

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Plan Premium Operating System iOS 26.4.2   My Question or Issue We are experiencing a persistent authentication issue with Spotify App Remote integration using the Spotify iOS SDK. &nbs...

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Spotify iOS SDK 5.0.1 App Remote Authentication Returns error=unknown_error with No Access Token

PlanPremium Operating SystemiOS 26.4.2 My Question or IssueWe are experiencing a persistent authentication issue with Spotify App Remote integration using the Spotify iOS SDK. Environment:Spotify iOS SDK version: 5.0.1 (integrated manually as an XCFr...

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Plan Premium   Operating System iOS 26.4.2   My Question or Issue We are experiencing a persistent authentication issue with Spotify App Remote integration using the Spotify iOS SDK....

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Superuser Contribution Refresh token expiration: discussion thread

Hey everyone, I've created this thread to provide more insight on an upcoming change to how refresh tokens work for apps on the Spotify Web API. We've shared a blog post that explains what's changing and why. The short version: refresh tokens will no...

Spotify

...n this thread, but we're not in a position to respond to every reply individually. Where appropriate we'll add updates to this post to ensure visibility to everyone. If related questions or discussion...

vlipper

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Superuser Contribution Spotify for artists API

Hi all, I am in the process of working with the Spotify API and am wondering how I go about allowing an artist to login and see their own tracks. I was thinking that perhaps all Spotify accounts are linked to Artists once they get an artist profile c...

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Hi all,    I am in the process of working with the Spotify API and am wondering how I go about allowing an artist to login and see their own tracks. I was thinking that perhaps all Spotif...

mferesd

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How to Apply for Extended Quota

After reviewing this page detailing how to do so, I do not see the Quota Extension Request to the right of my User Management button. I also do not see a "Settings" button anywhere. Is this page outdated? If not, how do I submit a request? I'd provid...

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After reviewing this page detailing how to do so, I do not see the Quota Extension Request to the right of my User Management button.   I also do not see a "Settings" button anywhere.  &...

mangodante

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Created APP yesterday, Deleted it today and wanted to recreate it - You have created too many apps!

I am just starting my app. I created it yesterday and since I was getting a 429 since yesterday looking up 1 Track! I decided to delete my App and start again with a clean slate just in case. I deleted the App (now I have 0 Apps) I went back to add o...

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I am just starting my app. I created it yesterday and since I was getting a 429 since yesterday looking up 1 Track! I decided to delete my App and start again with a clean slate just in case. I delet...

jha13

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Superuser Contribution Low number of requests leading to 429 response

I've been working with the Web API for the past few months and have never hit 429 responses. Today I opted to migrate my app early to force myself to adapt to the new API changes. Incredibly low rate limits are preventing me from accomplishing anythi...

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I've been working with the Web API for the past few months and have never hit 429 responses. Today I opted to migrate my app early to force myself to adapt to the new API changes. Incredibly low rate...

backend_developer

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Enterprise Open Access partnership use case – guidance requested

Hi Spotify team, We are exploring an enterprise use case for Spotify Open Access and would appreciate guidance on the partnership process. We are a regulated financial institution, (details on request), looking to distribute private podcast content t...

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Hi Spotify team, We are exploring an enterprise use case for Spotify Open Access and would appreciate guidance on the partnership process. We are a regulated financial institution, (details on reques...

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Build Spotify API for Family Reunion

PlanFree/PremiumCountryDevice(iPhone 8, Samsung Galaxy 9, Macbook Pro late 2016)Operating System(iOS 10, Android Oreo, Windows 10,etc.) My Question or IssueI have created a playlist for a family reunion and want to have the songs played from the play...

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Plan Free/Premium Country Device (iPhone 8, Samsung Galaxy 9, Macbook Pro late 2016) Operating System (iOS 10, Android Oreo, Windows 10,etc.)   My Question or Issue I have created ...

Anyk17

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Extended quota application in review for 7+ weeks

Hi, my service meets Spotify's 2025 requirements of being a registered company with 250k+ monthly active users and recurring revenue. We were accepted as a Spotify Partner and submitted our application over 7 weeks ago for extended quota review. We h...

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Hi, my service meets Spotify's 2025 requirements of being a registered company with 250k+ monthly active users and recurring revenue. We were accepted as a Spotify Partner and submitted our applicati...

James2322

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Superuser Contribution Updating the Criteria for Web API Extended Access

Hey, I created this thread to get your feedback on our blog post around changes to the Web API extended access criteria, which will take place on May 15th. Please share any of your thoughts on this change in the comments below. All of your feedback w...

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Hey, I created this thread to get your feedback on our blog post around changes to the Web API extended access criteria, which will take place on May 15th.   Please share any of your thought...

WarriorMusic

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Extended Quota Request — Linger, a Geo-Social Music Discovery App

Hi Spotify Developer Community, I'm an independent developer building Linger, a geo-social music app for iOS and Android where users drop songs onto a live map tied to their real-world location. Drops are ephemeral — they expire after 24 hours unless...

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Hi Spotify Developer Community,   I'm an independent developer building Linger, a geo-social music app for iOS and Android where users drop songs onto a live map tied to their real-world locat...

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Missing Playlist Items for Public Playlists

Hello, I see the update to the Playlist API as stating:"The items of the playlist. Note: This field is only available for playlists owned by the current user or playlists the user is a collaborator of." This is a bit prohibitive, especially for publi...

Gig Goer

Hello,   I see the update to the Playlist API as stating: "The items of the playlist.  Note: This field is only available for playlists owned by the current user or playlists the us...

Ximzend

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Solved!! When was v1/albums deprecated? How to fetch multiple albums

PlanFree/PremiumCountryUSDevice(iPhone 8, Samsung Galaxy 9, Macbook Pro late 2016)Operating SystemWindows 11 / MacMy Question or Issuehttps://developer.spotify.com/documentation/web-api/reference/get-multiple-albums when was get several albums deprec...

Music Fan

Plan Free/Premium Country US Device (iPhone 8, Samsung Galaxy 9, Macbook Pro late 2016) Operating System Windows 11 / Mac My Question or Issue https://developer.spotify.com/documentation/web...

dangling-rubber

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Request for extended API Quota

We are a music label and have developed an internal application that allows us to manage playlists with ease. To further enhance our workflow and support our growing requirements, we would like to request an extended quota for API usage.Could you ple...

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We are a music label and have developed an internal application that allows us to manage playlists with ease. To further enhance our workflow and support our growing requirements, we would like to re...

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Spotify lyric upload delay

When a song is uploaded on Spotify, it's takes a lot of time for the lyrics to get uploaded. I don't know how it works at the backend with Spotify and the artist or label team, but I feel you should be able to request for a the song or project lyrics...

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When a song is uploaded on Spotify, it's takes a lot of time for the lyrics to get uploaded. I don't know how it works at the backend with Spotify and the artist or label team, but I feel you should ...

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A Spotify powered snake game - SpotiSnake

Hi everyone,My name’s Daniel, and I wanted to share a passion project I built this summer: SpotiSnake. It’s a mashup of the classic Snake game with Spotify. You search an album, play Snake, and each apple reveals a piece of the album artwork. Every f...

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Hi everyone, My name’s Daniel, and I wanted to share a passion project I built this summer: SpotiSnake. It’s a mashup of the classic Snake game with Spotify. You search an album, play Snake, and eac...

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Does the Web API Extended Quota requirement apply to apps using only the App Remote SDK?

I'm building a running app that uses the Spotify App Remote SDK to control playback during a run (pause, resume, volume ducking for audio cues) but makes zero calls to the Web API during the actual app session. The only potential Web API touchpoint I...

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I'm building a running app that uses the Spotify App Remote SDK to control playback during a run (pause, resume, volume ducking for audio cues) but makes zero calls to the Web API during the actual a...

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Spotify: Create an Indie Developer Tier & Restore Fair Access to the Web API

Petition Description https://c.org/fcrvHwKdCtSpotify, please create a fair and transparent access path for indie developers, students, and small teams.The recent Web API quota policy changes have effectively shut out individual developers and small p...

Roadie

📝Petition Description   https://c.org/fcrvHwKdCt Spotify, please create a fair and transparent access path for indie developers, students, and small teams. The recent Web API quota polic...

Petrix727

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so my 6k labs web api stopped working

I went to fix it by deleting it and trying to create it again and its saying I reached my limit mind you I only have one app now

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I went to fix it by deleting it and trying to create it again and its saying I reached my limit mind you I only have one app now 

Gobbygob

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