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iOS Local Files: Easier import with the Files app

It is now easier to import Local Files into the Spotify iOS app through the Files app on your iOS device. A computer and WiFi network are not required to use this new import method. This means that you can now import Local Files into the Spotify iOS ...

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  • sapmi
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Superuser Contribution Premium on mac but not on iPhone

When I'm using spotify on my iMac, everything works fine. But when I try it on my phone, some of the premium functions aren't working (like skipping songs). I'm able to choose which song I want to listen to but when I try to skip a song, it says "Buy...

  • Newbie
  • When I'm using spotify on my iMac, everything works fine. But when I try it on my phone, some of the premium functions aren't working (like skipping songs). I'm able to choose which song I want to li...
  • Jack
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Search within playlist doesn't work with third party keyboard

I am using GBoard and when you tap the search field within a playlist the keyboard pops in and instantly pops out. When you tap the search field again it still doesn't bring up the keyboard.That's because Spotify thinks the keyboard is active.Tempora...

  • Casual Listener
  • I am using GBoard and when you tap the search field within a playlist the keyboard pops in and instantly pops out. When you tap the search field again it still doesn't bring up the keyboard. Th...
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Superuser Contribution unable to search for users

(I posted a topic about this 3 weeks ago and never got an answer so Im posting again)For the past several weeks, I have been unable to search for users on my iphone. For example, lets say I know my friends username is johnsmith. I type that into the ...

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  • (I posted a topic about this 3 weeks ago and never got an answer so Im posting again) For the past several weeks, I have been unable to search for users on my iphone. For example, lets say I know my...
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Account Settings

I have a Premium account, being charged for it and all, but on the mobile app I'm not able to skip ads or songs.I've logged out of the app, turn my phone and its still not working. The app has my account listed as "Premium" but I'm not getting the be...

  • Casual Listener
  • I have a Premium account, being charged for it and all, but on the mobile app I'm not able to skip ads or songs. I've logged out of the app, turn my phone and its still not working. The app has my...
  • Furbee
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Solved!!Superuser Contribution If I cancel Spotify app

Hello guys! I was going to reset my phone but I have a question first: if I cancel Spotify, my music is deleted? I mean, not the download files, only the list of songs.

  • Casual Listener
  • Hello guys! I was going to reset my phone but I have a question first: if I cancel Spotify, my music is deleted? I mean, not the download files, only the list of songs.
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Superuser Contribution Setup Workout channel

Hi! I'm a convert after Pandora ceased operation in Aust. How do I setup my own Workout channel/playlist in Spotify? Thanks!

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  • Hi! I'm a convert after Pandora ceased operation in Aust. How do I setup my own Workout channel/playlist in Spotify? Thanks!
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Need Help

I have a problem.. I'm member of spotify premium but I can't skip a song on my Iphone.

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  • I have a problem.. I'm member of spotify premium but I can't skip a song on my Iphone.
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Superuser Contribution Stops playing on its own

My playlist stops playing on its own even when its on repeat playlist... how can I get the playlist to play for all day without having to start playback again?

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  • My playlist stops playing on its own even when its on repeat playlist... how can I get the playlist to play for all day without having to start playback again?
  • Jack
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Playlist

I have a playlist but when I try to listen to it Spotify plays everything that they want me to hear. If I wanted to listen to those songs I would have them on my playlist. Is there anyway I can just listen to my songs thanks

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  • I have a playlist but when I try to listen to it Spotify plays everything that they want me to hear. If I wanted to listen to those songs I would have them on my playlist. Is there anyway I can just ...
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Can't use Spotify for mee than 14 days abroad

I know I need to change my country as I have moved abroad but it won't even let me log in to change it.. any ideas?

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  • I know I need to change my country as I have moved abroad but it won't even let me log in to change it.. any ideas?
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problem with account on iPhone

I'm a spotify premium member and my account is normal on my macbook but on my iphone it only shows "your playlists" istead of "your music" so i can't get to my saved songs, albums, artists, etc. How can i fix this?

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  • I'm a spotify premium member and my account is normal on my macbook but on my iphone it only shows "your playlists" istead of "your music" so i can't get to my saved songs, albums, artists, etc. &nbs...
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New Listening Screen

Hi everyone, I just see that spotify has a new layout for IOS users and I really like it. So, I want to learn if it is possible to use that design right now, because clearly there is no update on app store. Thanks Already.

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  • Hi everyone, I just see that spotify has a new layout for IOS users and I really like it. So, I want to learn if it is possible to use that design right now, because clearly there is no update on app...
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Solved!! I am a Spotify Premium member on Mac but can't get this on my new iPhone 5?

Hi... I recently moved from an iPhone 4 to a 5... I have been Premium Subscriber on my Mac for some time - but cannot now get Spotify Premium on my iPhone... would very be grateful for your help...please advise!Kind Regards,Michael Vanderosen

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  • Hi... I recently moved from an iPhone 4 to a 5... I have been Premium Subscriber on my Mac for some time - but cannot now get Spotify Premium on my iPhone... would very be grateful for your help...pl...
  • Maxim
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Local files won't sync (or even show up?)

Hello! How do I get local files to sync to my iPhone spotify? Most topics on here suggest that the files will show up "greyed out" on the phone.This doesn't happen for me. The files, or tracks, do not show up at all. So how do I go about it?

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  • Hello!   How do I get local files to sync to my iPhone spotify?   Most topics on here suggest that the files will show up "greyed out" on the phone. This doesn't happen for me. The fil...
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Superuser Contribution Unable to delete song from my playlist?

I saved a song on Spotify about a year ago and every time I connect to bluetooth in my car, this specific song starts to play. After hearing it a milliion times I now hate this song, and after searching my Spotify up and down, I do not see where this...

  • Newbie
  • I saved a song on Spotify about a year ago and every time I connect to bluetooth in my car, this specific song starts to play. After hearing it a milliion times I now hate this song, a...
  • Jack
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Listed guest artists on songs are gone

This started about a few weeks ago. I noticed that listed guest artists are being removed from under the title. But are still in the song. It only started with a bit ago but now they are all gone. I've seen no one talk about this.

  • Casual Listener
  • This started about a few weeks ago. I noticed that listed guest artists are being removed from under the title. But are still in the song. It only started with a bit ago but now they are all gone. I'...
  • Austinx117
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Notification not working, iPhone 6

I have turn on notifications on my account also in my phone app but it's not working, thanks for help

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  • I have turn on notifications on my account also in my phone app but it's not working, thanks for help
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Download

I am new to spotify, i have added numerous songs to my playlist, but for some reason my iphone will not let me download them. it keeps bringing up an ad for premium. I need to download them as I travel a lot & want to play the music when my phone is ...

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  • I am new to spotify, i have added numerous songs to my playlist, but for some reason my iphone will not let me download them. it keeps bringing up an ad for premium.   I need to download them ...
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daily mix is not refreshing

i only use one of my daily mixes because it is the perfect playlist for me, but it only shows about 5 songs and when i pull up to load more songs nothing happens. and yes, i use the heart and dislike buttons so dont use that as an answer please. i kn...

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  • i only use one of my daily mixes because it is the perfect playlist for me, but it only shows about 5 songs and when i pull up to load more songs nothing happens. and yes, i use the heart and dislike...
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i am premium member but not able to to skip songs

i am premium member but not able to to skip songs in my iphone ., its says you need to be a premium memebr to have unlimited skips , well i am premium ! any ideas ?

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  • i am premium member but not able to to skip songs in my iphone ., its says you need to be a premium memebr to have unlimited skips , well i am premium ! any ideas ?
  • Maxim
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