How to Make Playlist Public on Spotify Web Player

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Spotify is a digital music streaming service that provides access to millions of songs, podcasts, and other audio content. It allows users to create playlists of their favorite songs and share them with friends and followers. However, some Spotify users find it difficult to make their playlists public on the Spotify web player. In this blog post, we will discuss some methods to make a playlist public on Spotify web player.

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Key Points

  1. Using the Spotify web player to create a public playlist
  2. Making an existing private playlist public on the Spotify web player
  3. Making a public playlist private on the Spotify web player

Method 1: Using the Spotify Web Player to Create a Public Playlist

To create a public playlist on Spotify web player, follow the steps below:

  1. Open a web browser and go to https://open.spotify.com/.
  2. Log in to your account.
  3. Click on the "Create Playlist" button on the left-hand side of the screen.
  4. Enter a name for your playlist and click on the "Create" button.
  5. Add songs to your playlist by clicking on the "Add Songs" button and searching for songs.
  6. When you are satisfied with your playlist, click on the three dots next to the playlist title.
  7. Select "Make Public" from the dropdown list.
  8. Your playlist is now public and can be shared with your friends and followers.

Pros:

  1. Easiest way to create a public playlist.
  2. Can create a playlist from scratch or add songs to an existing playlist.
  3. Only takes a few clicks to make a playlist public.

Cons:

  1. Requires a web browser to use.
  2. Requires an internet connection to use.
  3. Only works with the Spotify web player.

Method 2: Making an Existing Private Playlist Public on the Spotify Web Player

To make an existing private playlist public on the Spotify web player, follow the steps below:

  1. Open a web browser and go to https://open.spotify.com/.
  2. Log in to your account.
  3. Click on the playlist you want to make public.
  4. Click on the three dots next to the playlist title.
  5. Select "Make Public" from the dropdown list.
  6. Your playlist is now public and can be shared with your friends and followers.

Pros:

  1. Can make an existing playlist public without having to create a new one.
  2. Only takes a few clicks to make a playlist public.
  3. Can be done in a web browser.

Cons:

  1. Requires an internet connection to use.
  2. Only works with the Spotify web player.
  3. Cannot make a playlist public on the Spotify app.

Method 3: Making a Public Playlist Private on the Spotify Web Player

To make a public playlist private on the Spotify web player, follow the steps below:

  1. Open a web browser and go to https://open.spotify.com/.
  2. Log in to your account.
  3. Click on the playlist you want to make private.
  4. Click on the three dots next to the playlist title.
  5. Select "Make Private" from the dropdown list.
  6. Your playlist is now private and cannot be shared with your friends and followers.

Pros:

  1. Can make a public playlist private if you no longer want to share it with others.
  2. Only takes a few clicks to make a playlist private.
  3. Can be done in a web browser.

Cons:

  1. Requires an internet connection to use.
  2. Only works with the Spotify web player.
  3. Cannot make a playlist private on the Spotify app.

Why Can’t I Make My Playlist Public on Spotify Web Player?

There are several reasons why you might not be able to make a playlist public on the Spotify web player:

  1. Your account is not set up correctly: Make sure you have created a Spotify account and are logged in before trying to create a public playlist.
  2. You don’t have a premium subscription: Only Spotify Premium users can create and share public playlists. If you have a free subscription, you cannot share your playlists.
  3. You don’t have internet access: The Spotify web player requires an internet connection to function properly. Make sure you are connected to the internet before creating or sharing playlists.
  4. You are using an old version of Spotify or an unsupported browser: Make sure you are using the latest version of Spotify and a supported browser (Chrome, Firefox, Edge, or Safari) before trying to create or share playlists.

Fixes:

  1. Create a Spotify account and log in.
  2. Upgrade to a premium subscription to create and share public playlists.
  3. Check your internet connection and try again.
  4. Update Spotify and use a supported browser.

Additional Tips

  1. You can collaborate with friends on a public playlist by clicking on the "Collaborative Playlist" option when creating or editing a playlist.
  2. You can share a playlist with others by clicking on the "Share" button and selecting how you want to share it (i.e., social media, email, text message, etc.).
  3. You can add a playlist to your profile by clicking on the "Add to Profile" button.

5 FAQs

Q: How do I create a playlist on Spotify?

A: Click on the "Create Playlist" button on the left-hand side of the Spotify web player or app, enter a name for your playlist, and add songs to it.

Q: How many songs can I add to a playlist on Spotify?

A: You can add up to 10,000 songs to a single playlist on Spotify.

Q: Can I make a playlist private on the Spotify app?

A: Yes, you can make a playlist private on the Spotify app by clicking on the three dots next to the playlist title and selecting "Make Private" from the dropdown list.

Q: Can I delete a playlist on Spotify?

A: Yes, you can delete a playlist on Spotify by clicking on the three dots next to the playlist title and selecting "Delete" from the dropdown list.

Q: Can I share a song on Spotify?

A: Yes, you can share a song on Spotify by clicking on the "Share" button and selecting how you want to share it (i.e., social media, email, text message, etc.).

Final Words

In this blog post, we have discussed how to make a playlist public on the Spotify web player. We have covered three methods to create, make private, and make an existing playlist public. We have also provided some additional tips and answered some frequently asked questions about creating and sharing playlists on Spotify. We hope that this guide has been helpful for you and that you can now easily create and share your playlists with others on Spotify.