If you’re looking for a Spotify download guide, we’re here to help. We’ve got instructions on how to install Spotify on your iOS or Android device, plus your PC, so you can listen to your favorite tunes wherever you are. Of course, we can’t help you with the subscription fee, but for everything else, just keep on reading.
If you want to check out what’s on offer from the other music streaming services before downloading Spotify, be sure to check out our YouTube Music download and Apple Music download guides while you’re here. Or, if you’re looking for something new to stream your tunes on, check out our picks for the best Samsung phones and the best Google Pixel phones.
How do I download Spotify on iOS?
To install Spotify on your iPhone or iPad, you need to:
- Go to the App Store
- Search for the app
- Look at its official page
- Select install

How do I download Spotify on Android?
A lot of Android devices come with Spotify already installed, but if it’s not, you can download Spotify by:
- Going to Google Play
- Searching for the app
- Going to the official page
- Tapping the install button
How do I download Spotify on PC?
You have two options to download Spotify on PC:
- Head on over to the official website
- Or, take a look at the Microsoft Store
Can I download Spotify on Nintendo Switch?
Unfortunately, like other popular streaming apps such as Netflix and Disney+, you can’t download Spotify on Nintendo Switch. There’s a chance it could be different when we eventually get our hands on a Nintendo Switch 2, but right now, there’s no way to stream music on the console outside of using YouTube.
How do I download music on Spotify?
If you’re a premium Spotify user, you can download music and podcasts to listen to offline. If that sounds like something you could find useful, follow the instructions below to store some lovely audio content on your device.
- Select the playlist/podcast/album/song you want to download and hit the ‘…’ button
- Hit ‘download’
- Wait for the download to complete
You can download unlimited music and podcasts, which is especially handy if you’re on a long-distance flight or are going somewhere with a poor phone signal.
Do I have to download Spotify?
If you’re on PC or mobile, you don’t technically have to download Spotify to use the streaming service, as there’s a browser version. However, the browser experience isn’t as streamlined as the app, so we still recommend downloading it for the best experience.
Can I download Spotify for free?
Yes, you download and use Spotify for free, but there’s a big difference between the free account and the paid equivalent. For one, you can’t download anything, so if you find yourself without a signal, you’re also going to go without music and podcasts. Unsurprisingly, the free version also comes with ads, but it’s easy to upgrade your account in the app if you get sick of hearing commercials.
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