So you accidentally signed Spotify up for your parent's cruise... No worries, we've all been there.
Let's face it, entering payment information in the throes of new music discovery can be a wild ride. But fear not, intrepid music lover, for I, your friendly neighborhood guide to all things Spotify, am here to help you remove your credit card from Spotify without accidentally deleting your carefully curated playlists (because, let's be honest, those are your lifeblood).
How To Remove Credit Card Spotify |
Step 1: Deep Breaths and Logins
First things first, take a deep breath and log in to your Spotify account. You can do this from the comfort of your couch using the Spotify app on your phone or tablet, or by channeling your inner hacker and logging in on a computer.
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Step 2: The Account Odyssey Begins
Once you're logged in, it's time to embark on a quest (okay, maybe not that dramatic, but it sounds cooler) to find your account settings.
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- On the app: Tap on the gear icon in the top right corner.
- On the computer: Click on your username in the top right corner, then select Account.
Step 3: Payment Paradise (or Purgatory, Depending on the Cruise Story)
Now, the fun part (well, maybe not fun, but definitely necessary). You need to find the payment settings. Here's a handy roadmap:
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- On the app: Scroll down and tap on Subscription. Then, tap on Payment.
- On the computer: Scroll down until you see the Your plan section. Underneath Payment, you'll see your current payment method. Click on Update.
Voila! You've reached the payment promised land (or purgatory, depending on how much your parents are enjoying their surprise Spotify subscription).
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Step 4: The Grand Escape (From Your Credit Card, That Is)
Now, depending on whether you want to remove your card completely or just switch to a different payment method, you have two options:
- Option 1: Escape Velocity (Remove the Card Entirely):
- Look for the card you want to remove.
- Click on the "Remove" button next to it.
- Confirm your decision (because, you know, with great power comes great responsibility, and all that).
- Option 2: The Great Payment Method Swap:
- Click on "Add Payment Method".
- Choose your new payment method (credit card, debit card, PayPal, etc.).
- Follow the on-screen instructions and bada bing, bada boom, you've successfully switched payment methods.
Congratulations! You've successfully removed your credit card from Spotify and hopefully avoided any awkward conversations with your parents about their newfound love for show tunes (or whatever genre they're currently rocking out to).
Remember: It's always a good idea to double-check your subscription details to make sure everything is A-okay before you hit the "play" button on your next musical adventure.