When Spotify Charges Your Monthly Subscription
Your Spotify subscription is billed once every month on a recurring billing date. This date is based on the day you first signed up for Spotify or the day you last changed your plan. Knowing how the billing cycle works helps you manage your payments and avoid interruptions to your music or podcast service.
Reminder: The details below are general and illustrative. Always check your billing date and payment method inside your Spotify account under Payment or Subscription details before making any payment or changes.
How Spotify Sets Your Billing Date
When you start a Spotify Premium plan, the service saves your initial billing date. Spotify then charges the same date every month for as long as your subscription is active. For example, if you signed up on the 10th of the month, Spotify will typically bill your chosen payment method around the 10th each month.
If your billing day does not exist in a shorter month (for example, signing up on the 31st), Spotify generally charges your subscription on the last day of that month.
Example Monthly Billing Illustration
| Subscription Period | Charge Date |
|---|---|
| January 10 to February 9 | February 10 |
| February 10 to March 9 | March 10 |
| March 10 to April 9 | April 10 |
In this example, the billing date is the 10th of the month each month. Your personal date will depend on your subscription start date or plan change date.
Payment Methods Available in the Philippines
Spotify accepts several payment options. In the Philippines, common methods include:
• Credit or debit card (Visa, Mastercard) linked to your Spotify account.
• GCash mobile wallet when selected as a payment method in Spotify’s billing section.
• PayPal (linked with a card or bank account) if available in your region’s payment options.
• Carrier billing through local partners (such as Smart or Globe billing) when offered — this charges your mobile account directly instead of a card. Check your Spotify Subscription page to see if carrier billing is available for your number.
To update or review your payment method at any time, go to your Spotify account’s “Subscription” or “Payment” page through the app or web.
Tips for Smooth Billing Every Month
• Confirm your billing date inside your Spotify account before each charge period.
• Ensure your payment method (card, GCash or PayPal) has sufficient funds before the billing date to avoid failed charges.
• If you use carrier billing, check with your mobile provider (Smart, Globe, DITO) if the amount will be reflected on your monthly phone bill.
• If you recently changed your plan (for example upgrading or downgrading), your next billing date may be adjusted based on the new subscription cycle.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I change my Spotify billing date?
A: Spotify does not provide a direct way to pick a new billing day except by canceling and reactivating your subscription on the desired day. Always check your next billing date on your subscription page before making changes.
Q: What happens if my payment fails on the billing date?
A: If Spotify cannot charge your payment method, your subscription may be temporarily paused until a valid payment is made. Spotify usually notifies you if the charge fails so you can update your details.
Q: Does Spotify bill multiple people if I have Family or Duo plans?
A: The primary account holder is billed once per month for the whole plan. Secondary users on the Family or Duo plan do not receive separate charges.
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