Why can't I delete my Spotify account through the app?

Spotify requires account deletion to be done through their website for security reasons. This ensures you're making a deliberate decision and helps prevent accidental deletions or unauthorized account closures. You must use a web browser and go to spotify.com/account to close your account.

Can I delete my account if I have Premium?

No. You must first cancel your Premium subscription and wait for it to expire before you can close your account. The account closure option is not available to active Premium subscribers. Cancel Premium, wait until your billing period ends, then proceed with account deletion.

How can I save my playlists before deleting?

You have several options: 1) Request your data download from Spotify which includes playlist details, 2) Use third-party tools like Soundiiz or TuneMyMusic to export playlists to another service, 3) Manually write down your playlist tracks, or 4) Make playlists public and access them through collaborative features on other platforms.

Will closing Spotify delete my Facebook/Google account?

No. Spotify is independent from Facebook and Google, even if you used them to sign up or log in. Closing your Spotify account only affects Spotify. Your Facebook and Google accounts remain active and unaffected.

Can I use the same email address for a new Spotify account?

Not immediately. Spotify prevents reusing the same email address for a new account for several months after closure. This security measure prevents account takeover attacks. If you want to create a new Spotify account soon, you'll need to use a different email address.

What happens to collaborative playlists I created?

All playlists you created, including collaborative ones, are permanently deleted when you close your account. Contributors lose access to these playlists. There's no way to transfer ownership to another user. If the playlist is important, have a collaborator recreate it before you delete your account.

How long does it take to download my Spotify data?

Spotify data requests typically take 5-30 days to process, depending on how much data you have. You'll receive an email with a download link when it's ready. The link expires after 14 days, so make sure to download it promptly. Request your data well before planning to delete your account.

How to Delete Your Spotify Account - Step-by-Step Guide (2025)

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Time Required

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Difficulty

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Steps

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Official Resources

Spotify Support - Close Your Account

Official deletion guide from Spotify

Additional Resources

[1]

Download Your Spotify Data

Official guide for downloading your complete Spotify data and listening history

[2]

Spotify Privacy Policy

Understanding how Spotify handles your data and privacy

[3]

Cancel Spotify Premium

How to cancel your Premium subscription before deleting your account

Step-by-Step Guide

Cancel Premium Subscription (If Applicable)

If you have Spotify Premium, you must cancel your subscription first before closing your account. Go to spotify.com/account, log in, and click 'Cancel Premium' under your subscription details. Wait until your Premium expires.

Tips

•Free users can skip this step
•Make sure to download any playlists you want to keep first

Warnings

•You cannot delete your account while Premium is active
•You must wait until the end of your Premium billing period

Download Your Data (Optional)

Before deleting, you can request a copy of your Spotify data including playlists, listening history, and account information. Go to spotify.com/account/privacy and request your data. This can take 5-30 days.

Tips

•This is your only chance to save your listening history
•Playlist names and songs are included in the data export
•Download link expires after 14 days

Visit Spotify Account Closure Page

Go to the Spotify website (not the app) and navigate to spotify.com/account. Scroll down to the bottom and click 'Close account' in the menu.

Tips

•Account deletion can only be done through the website, not the mobile app
•Make sure you're logged into the correct account

Confirm Account Closure

Spotify will ask you to select reasons for closing your account and may offer alternatives. Read through the information about what will be deleted. Click 'Continue' to proceed with closure.

Warnings

•All playlists, followers, and saved music will be permanently deleted
•You cannot reuse your username or email for a new account immediately

Final Confirmation

Enter your password to verify your identity. Click 'Close Account' to permanently delete your Spotify account. You'll receive a confirmation email.

Warnings

•This action is immediate and cannot be undone
•All your data, playlists, and preferences are permanently lost

Important Warnings

All Playlists and Saved Music Permanently Lost

When you close your Spotify account, all your playlists (including curated collections you've spent years building), saved albums, liked songs, and podcasts are permanently deleted. There is no way to recover this data after deletion. Make sure to manually recreate important playlists elsewhere or export your data first.

Cannot Delete With Active Premium Subscription

Spotify requires you to cancel your Premium subscription and wait for it to expire before you can close your account. If you have an active Premium subscription, the account closure option won't be available. Cancel Premium first, wait until the end of your billing period, then delete.

Account Closure Only Available Through Website

You cannot close your Spotify account through the mobile app, desktop app, or smart device apps. Account deletion must be done through the Spotify website (spotify.com/account) using a web browser. Attempting to delete through apps will not work.

Email and Username Cannot Be Reused Immediately

After closing your account, Spotify prevents you from creating a new account with the same email address or username for a significant period (typically several months). This is a security measure to prevent account takeover attacks. You'll need to use a different email if you want to create a new account soon.

Collaborative Playlists Affected for Others

If you created collaborative playlists that others contributed to, closing your account will delete these playlists entirely, affecting all collaborators. The playlists are tied to your account and cannot be transferred. Warn collaborators before deletion.

Third-Party Integrations and Connections Lost

Any services connected to your Spotify account (Discord, Instagram, Facebook, fitness apps, smart speakers, etc.) will lose access. You'll need to reconnect with a new account or use alternative music services for these integrations.

Alternatives to Consider

Downgrade to Free Tier Instead of Deleting

easy

Cancel your Premium subscription but keep your free Spotify account. You'll lose ad-free listening and offline downloads but maintain all your playlists, followers, and listening history.

Pros

•Keep all your playlists and saved music
•Maintain your listening history and Discover Weekly
•No cost - completely free tier available
•Can upgrade back to Premium anytime
•All your followers and social connections preserved

Cons

•Advertisements between songs
•Cannot download music offline
•Limited skips on mobile
•Lower audio quality
•Doesn't address privacy concerns

2 min

Export Your Playlists to Another Service

medium

Use third-party tools like Soundiiz, TuneMyMusic, or Spotify's own data export to transfer your playlists to Apple Music, YouTube Music, or other streaming services before deletion.

Pros

•Keep all your carefully curated playlists
•Transfer listening history and preferences
•Switch to competitor services easily
•Many free transfer tools available
•Can export to multiple services simultaneously

Cons

•Not all songs available on every platform
•Takes time to set up and transfer
•Some tools require payment for full features
•Listening history and Discover algorithms reset
•Must set up and pay for new service

30 min

Take a Break Without Deleting

easy

Cancel Premium, delete the Spotify app from your devices, and disable email notifications. Your account remains but you won't be tempted to use it or receive notifications.

Pros

•Fully reversible whenever you want to return
•No data loss - everything preserved
•Can still access through web if needed
•Free tier means no ongoing costs

Cons

•Your data remains on Spotify's servers
•Account still exists and could be compromised
•Doesn't address privacy concerns about data collection
•Temptation to return may be high

5 min

Frequently Asked Questions

No. Once you close your Spotify account, the deletion is immediate and permanent. There is no grace period or recovery option. All your playlists, saved music, followers, and listening history are permanently deleted and cannot be recovered. Spotify does not offer account restoration after closure.

References & Citations

[1]
Download Your Spotify Data
Official guide for downloading your complete Spotify data and listening history
https://support.spotify.com/article/data-rights-and-privacy-settings/
[2]
Spotify Privacy Policy
Understanding how Spotify handles your data and privacy
https://www.spotify.com/legal/privacy-policy/
[3]
Cancel Spotify Premium
How to cancel your Premium subscription before deleting your account
https://support.spotify.com/article/cancel-premium/

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Last Updated

November 8, 2025

Spotify Account Deletion

How We Verified This Guide

Quick Information

Official Resources

Additional Resources

Step-by-Step Guide

Cancel Premium Subscription (If Applicable)

Download Your Data (Optional)

Visit Spotify Account Closure Page

Confirm Account Closure

Final Confirmation

Important Warnings

All Playlists and Saved Music Permanently Lost

Cannot Delete With Active Premium Subscription

Account Closure Only Available Through Website

Email and Username Cannot Be Reused Immediately

Collaborative Playlists Affected for Others

Third-Party Integrations and Connections Lost

Alternatives to Consider

Downgrade to Free Tier Instead of Deleting

Export Your Playlists to Another Service

Take a Break Without Deleting

Frequently Asked Questions

References & Citations

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