

The proposal would increase royalties from 10.5% to 15.1% in the United States over a period of five years.Įarlier this year, Spotify reportedly began charging songwriters and publishers following what it called “ overpayments. This is so we can confirm your country or region and process payments if you want to keep Premium after the trial ends. For free trials, you still need to enter a valid payment method to sign up.

However, when news broke earlier this month, investors weren’t happy, and its stock briefly tumbled.Įlsewhere, Spotify is tangled in an appeal against increases in songwriting royalties. Premium trials If you’ve never had Premium or been a member of a Premium plan such as Family or Duo, try any plan for a reduced rate or even free. Offers like these have helped the continued growth of Spotify, which is leading the pack with 108 million subscribers.

The offer won’t expire, but once the three-month trial period ends for anyone who signs up, a Premium account will cost the same as it does now - $9.99 per month. It will then be available for Duo and Family in the coming months. The offer is available today worldwide for individual and student plans for users who haven't yet tried Premium. But it’s now hoping to bring in more users who will then become long-term paid subscribers. Spotify previously only offered a 30-day free trial. While Spotify has twice the subscribers than its main competitor, Spotify is now extending free trials of its Premium services to three months to match Apple’s offer. Apple Music has long been a thorne in Spotify’s side.
