Music is a crucial part of our lives, and sharing our favorite tunes with our friends is always an exciting experience. Spotify is an exceptional platform that allows us to do just that by creating playlists. But what if you could create a shared playlist with your friends? That’s right, you and your friends can collaborate on a playlist simultaneously. It’s an excellent way to discover new music, bond, and have a good time. In this blog, we will discuss how to make a shared playlist with friends on Spotify.
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What’s Needed
To create a shared playlist with friends on Spotify, you will need the following:
- A stable internet connection.
- A Spotify account either free or premium.
- Your friend’s Spotify usernames or email addresses (if they are not on Spotify).
- A device with the Spotify app installed (preferably a computer or a tablet).
What should I pay attention to?
Before creating a shared playlist on Spotify, here are a few things you should keep in mind:
- Make sure you have a stable internet connection as you will be making real-time changes to the playlist.
- If your friend is not on Spotify, they will need to create an account to collaborate on the playlist.
- Only the playlist owner or a collaborator can modify the playlist.
- When your friends collaborate on your playlist, they can add, remove, or reorder songs in the playlist.
Method 1: Creating a shared playlist on Spotify
Before you start, make sure you have the Spotify app installed on your device.
- Open the Spotify app on your device.
- Click on the "New Playlist" button located on the left-hand side of the screen.
- Enter the name of your playlist and click on the "Create" button.
- Click on the three dots next to your playlist’s name and select the "Collaborative Playlist" option.
- Share the playlist link with your friends either by copying and pasting it or sharing it directly from the app.
- Your friends can now add, remove or reorder songs in the playlist.
Method 2: Adding friends to an existing playlist on Spotify
If you already have a playlist and you would like to add friends to collaborate, follow these steps:
- Open the Spotify app on your device.
- Select the playlist you want to share with your friends.
- Click on the three dots next to your playlist’s name and select the "Collaborative Playlist" option.
- Go to the "Share" button located on the right-hand side of the screen and select how you want to share your playlist (via email, Facebook, WhatsApp, etc.).
- Your friends can now add, remove, or reorder songs in the playlist.
Method 3: Sharing a playlist with a secret link on Spotify
If you don’t want to share the playlist link with everyone, you can create a secret link that only your friends can use. Here’s how:
- Open the Spotify app on your device.
- Click on the "New Playlist" button located on the left-hand side of the screen.
- Enter the name of your playlist and click on the "Create" button.
- Click on the three dots next to your playlist’s name and select the "Collaborative Playlist" option.
- Click on the "Share" button and select the "Copy Playlist Link" option.
- Share the link with your friends using any communication method of your choice.
- Your friends can now add, remove, or reorder songs in the playlist.
Why can’t I create a collaborative playlist on Spotify?
There are several reasons why you may not be able to create a collaborative playlist on Spotify. Here are a few possible issues and fixes:
- You don’t have a Spotify account.
Fix: Go to the Spotify website, create an account, and then download the app on your device. - You have a free Spotify account. Collaborative playlists are only available to premium users.
Fix: Upgrade your Spotify account to premium. - You have an unstable internet connection.
Fix: Switch to a more stable connection such as Wi-Fi or a Mobile Hotspot.
Suggestions
It’s always a good idea to communicate with your friends and agree on the playlist’s theme and genre before starting to collaborate. Also, make sure to follow Spotify’s community guidelines and ensure that all the songs in the playlist are legal.
FAQs
Q: Can I remove someone from a collaborative Spotify playlist?
A: Yes, you can remove someone from the collaborative playlist. To do this, click on the three dots next to the person’s username, and select the "Remove from playlist" option.
Q: Can I make my collaborative playlist secret?
A: Yes, you can make your collaborative playlist secret by selecting the "Make Secret" option. Only people you share the secret link with can access the playlist.
Q: Can I set specific permissions for collaborators?
A: No, you can’t set specific permissions for collaborators. All the collaborators can add, remove or reorder songs.
Q: Can I create a collaborative playlist on the Spotify web player?
A: Yes, you can create a collaborative playlist on the Spotify web player. However, you will need to switch to the Spotify app or desktop version to add collaborators.
Q: Can I see who added a song to my collaborative playlist on Spotify?
A: Yes, you can see who added a song to your collaborative playlist by clicking on the three dots next to the song and selecting the "Song Credits" option.
Conclusion
Creating a collaborative playlist on Spotify is an excellent way to share your favorite tunes with your friends and bond over music. With the above methods, you and your friends can create the perfect playlist together, regardless of their location. So, gather your friends, create a playlist, and have a good time!