Can You Play Music Offline on Spotify?
Yes, you can play music offline on Spotify, but only with a Premium subscription. Free users cannot download tracks for offline playback. If you have Premium, you can download songs, albums, playlists, and podcasts to your device and listen without an internet connection. Downloads expire after 30 days if you don't go online at least once every 30 days to verify your subscription.
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How to Download Music for Offline Listening
Open the Spotify app on your phone or tablet. Find the playlist, album, or podcast you want to save. Toggle the Download switch to on. A green arrow will appear on the content to confirm it is available offline. On desktop, you can also toggle the Download setting for playlists. Make sure you have enough storage space on your device before downloading large collections.
Offline Playback Rules and Limits
Spotify enforces a few rules for offline listening. You can download a maximum of 10,000 songs per device on up to 5 devices. Downloads are tied to your Premium account and cannot be transferred to non-Spotify devices. You must go online at least once every 30 days to keep your downloads active. Spotify also periodically verifies your subscription status when you connect.
What Happens If You Cancel Premium
If you cancel your Premium subscription, you lose access to downloaded music immediately. Offline downloads are encrypted and tied to your Premium status. You can still stream on Wi-Fi if you switch to a Free account, but downloaded files will not play. Reactivating Premium restores your downloads as long as they are within the 30-day online-check window.
Troubleshooting Offline Playback Issues
If your music won't play offline, check your internet connection first, then open Spotify and force a sync. Make sure the downloaded content has a green arrow icon. Update the app to the latest version, clear the cache if storage is low, and confirm your Premium subscription is active. On some devices, battery saver or data saver modes can block offline playback. Toggling those off often fixes the problem.