You can change your Spotify plan directly in the app or on the web, and the change takes effect immediately

Open Spotify on your phone, tablet, or computer and go to your account settings. Find the section labeled "Plan" or "Subscription" — the exact name depends on which device you're using, but it's always in the same place. From there, you'll see your current plan and a button to change it. Select the plan you want, confirm the change, and you're done. The new plan starts right away, and your billing adjusts automatically.

The whole process takes about two minutes. You don't need to cancel anything or create a new account. If you're switching to a more expensive plan mid-month, Spotify charges you the difference. If you're switching to a cheaper plan, you won't get a refund for the current month, but the lower price starts on your next billing date.

Key Takeaways

  • You change plans through your account settings in the Spotify app or website, not by contacting support.
  • A plan change takes effect immediately, but if you downgrade, the new price applies only on your next billing date.
  • Spotify offers Individual, Duo, Family, and Student plans, each with different features and prices.
  • If you switch to a higher-priced plan mid-month, you pay a prorated amount for the remainder of that billing cycle.

How to change your plan on a phone or tablet

Open the Spotify app and tap the profile icon in the bottom right corner. Select "Settings and privacy" from the menu. Scroll down until you see "Plan" or "Subscription" — it's usually near the top of the settings list. Tap it to see your current plan and the other options available to you.

Choose the plan you want and tap "Change plan" or "Upgrade" (the button name changes depending on whether you're moving to a more or less expensive option). Confirm your choice on the next screen. Spotify will show you when the change takes effect and what you'll be charged. That's it — your new plan is active.

How to change your plan on a computer

Go to spotify.com and log in if you're not already signed in. Click your profile name in the top right corner and select "Account" from the dropdown menu. On the Account page, look for a section called "Plan" or "Subscription" — it's usually on the left side under "Subscription and billing." Click "Change plan" or "Manage plan."

You'll see all available plans with their prices and features listed side by side. Click on the plan you want, review the details on the confirmation screen, and click "Change plan" again. The change is instant, and you'll see a confirmation message on the screen.

What happens when you upgrade to a more expensive plan

If you upgrade mid-month, Spotify charges you the difference between what you've already paid and what the new plan costs for the full month. This is called a prorated charge, and it appears on your next billing statement. For example, if you upgrade from Individual to Family on the 15th of the month and you've already paid $11.99 for the month, you'll be charged the difference to bring your total to the Family plan price.

The upgrade is active immediately — you don't have to wait until your next billing cycle. All the features of your new plan work right away.

What happens when you downgrade to a cheaper plan

When you downgrade, you keep your current plan until your next billing date. You won't be charged for the cheaper plan until then, and Spotify doesn't refund the difference. For example, if you downgrade from Family to Individual on the 10th of the month and your billing date is the 25th, you'll have Family features until the 25th, then switch to Individual at the lower price.

If you downgrade from a Family plan, the other people on your account will lose access when the downgrade takes effect on your next billing date. Spotify sends them a notification warning them of the change.

Understanding the different Spotify plans

Spotify offers four main plans: Individual, Duo, Family, and Student. Individual is the basic paid plan and covers one person on one device at a time. Duo covers two people in the same household, and each person gets their own account and recommendations. Family covers up to six people and is the most expensive option. Student is the same price as Individual but is only available to people enrolled in a college or university.

All paid plans remove ads and let you download songs to listen offline. The main differences are the number of people covered and the monthly price. Free Spotify still exists but plays ads and doesn't let you download music. You can't switch directly from Free to a paid plan through the app on some devices — you may need to use the website instead.

If your plan change doesn't go through

The most common reason a plan change fails is a problem with your payment method. Check that your credit card or debit card hasn't expired and that the billing address matches what your bank has on file. If you're using a gift card balance, make sure you have enough to cover the new plan price.

If your payment method is fine, try logging out of Spotify completely and logging back in, then attempt the change again. If it still doesn't work, go to the Spotify website instead of the app — sometimes the app has temporary glitches that the website doesn't. If the website also fails, contact Spotify support through your account settings and describe exactly what error message you see.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my plan on the same day I signed up?

Yes. There's no waiting period. You can change your plan as many times as you want, though Spotify may flag your account if you change it many times in a short period. If that happens, contact support to explain what you're doing.

What happens to my playlists and saved songs when I change plans?

Nothing. Your playlists, saved songs, and listening history stay exactly the same no matter which plan you're on. Changing plans doesn't affect your account data at all.

Do I lose my Student plan discount if I graduate?

Spotify will eventually ask you to verify your student status again. When that happens, if you can't verify, your plan switches to Individual at the regular price. Spotify sends you a warning before this happens.

Can I change my plan if I'm using a family account?

Only the account owner can change the plan. If you're a family member on someone else's account, you can't change it yourself — you have to ask the account owner to do it.

What if I want to cancel instead of changing plans?

You can cancel through the same Plan or Subscription section where you change plans. Look for a "Cancel plan" or "Cancel subscription" button. Your access continues until the end of your current billing cycle, then stops.