So you want to ditch the ads and unlock the world of uninterrupted bangers, eh? A guide to getting Spotify Premium in the UK (without resorting to questionable yodeling from the Carpathian mountains)
Let's face it, the free version of Spotify is like that friend who always forgets their wallet. Great company, but constantly hitting you up for a fiver mid-karaoke session. Not ideal. This guide will have you rocking out like a Roman emperor with a lifetime supply of thumbs-ups, without sounding like a malfunctioning smoke alarm (looking at you, free tier ads).
Step 1: Embrace your inner student (even if those days are loooong gone)
If you're a student with a verified pulse and an accredited institution you call home, rejoice! Spotify offers a sweet student discount. We're talking £5.99 a month – that's less than a fancy coffee and a whole lot more fun. Just be prepared to prove you're not secretly hiding textbooks under your bed and binge-watching Netflix all day (we've all been there).
Step 2: The Free Trial
Feeling a bit "commitment-phobe" when it comes to subscriptions? No worries! Spotify offers a free three-month trial of Premium. This is your chance to live the ad-free, high-quality streaming life, risk-free. Just remember to set a reminder in your calendar to cancel before they hit you with the monthly fee (unless you're totally hooked, then by all means, become a Spotify evangelist!).
Step 3: Get Those Pounds Pumping with Gift Cards
Maybe you're after the gift that keeps on giving (great music, that is). A Spotify Premium gift card is the perfect solution. They come in various denominations, so you can tailor it to your budget (or generosity, if you're feeling particularly flush). Just make sure you don't accidentally buy a gift card for Spotify for Pets – those furry friends might have questionable taste in music.
Step 4: Buddy Up with Your Mates (and Save Some Dough)
Feeling social? Spotify Premium Family allows up to six accounts under one roof (or, you know, scattered across the country). This is a fantastic option for splitting the cost with your flatmates, family, or that one friend who always asks to borrow your account (we all know one). Just make sure they have good taste in music, because sharing a music library can be a recipe for disaster (looking at you, uncle Brian with his polka obsession).
There you have it! With a little planning and these handy tips, you'll be a Spotify Premium pro in no time. Now get out there and curate those playlists, because the world (or at least your commute) needs your impeccable music taste.
