Change Your Location in the Spotify App or Web Player

You can change the country or region associated with your Spotify account through your account settings. The process takes about two minutes and works the same way whether you use the mobile app or the web player. Your location affects which songs, podcasts, and playlists are available to you, since some content is restricted by region.

On the web player, log in to your account, click your profile name in the top right corner, and select Account. Scroll down to find Country or region and click the dropdown menu. Select your new location from the list and save your changes. On the mobile app (iOS or Android), open the app, tap your profile icon at the bottom right, select Settings and privacy, then Account, and look for Country or region in the list.

Key Takeaways

  • You can change your Spotify region through Account settings on either the web player or mobile app in under two minutes.
  • Your location determines which songs, albums, and podcasts appear in search results and recommendations, since some content is region-locked.
  • Changing your location does not affect your subscription price or payment method unless you move to a country where Spotify operates differently.
  • If you travel frequently, you can update your location each time you move, but Spotify may flag unusual patterns if you change regions multiple times in a short period.

Why Spotify Uses Your Location

Spotify restricts certain content by region because of licensing agreements with record labels and artists. A song available in the United States might not be available in another country, or vice versa. When you set your location, Spotify shows you only the music and podcasts that are licensed for that region. This is why some songs appear as "unavailable" when you search for them.

Your location also affects pricing and payment options. Some countries have different subscription tiers or promotional offers. If you move to a new country permanently, updating your location ensures you see the correct pricing and can use local payment methods.

What Happens When You Change Your Location

When you update your region, your search results and recommendations change when ready to reflect what is available in that location. Playlists you follow stay in your library, but songs within those playlists that are not licensed in your new region will show as unavailable. You can still see them listed, but you cannot play them.

Your saved songs and playlists do not disappear, but some tracks may become unplayable until you return to a region where they are licensed. Downloaded songs on your phone will continue to play offline, but once they expire from the offline cache, you will not be able to re-read them if they are not available in your current region.

Changing Location on Different Devices

Web Player: Log in at spotify.com, click your profile name in the top right, select Account, scroll to Country or region, and choose from the dropdown. Click outside the menu or press Enter to save.

iPhone or iPad: Open Spotify, tap the profile icon at the bottom right, tap Settings and privacy, select Account, and find Country or region in the list. Tap it and select your new location.

Android: Open Spotify, tap your profile icon at the bottom right, tap Settings and privacy, select Account, and tap Country or region to change it.

Desktop App: Open Spotify, click your profile name in the top right corner, select Account, find Country or region, and use the dropdown to select a new location.

Common Issues When Changing Location

If the dropdown menu does not appear or you cannot find the Country or region option, make sure you are logged into the correct account. Free and Premium accounts both have access to this setting. If you are using a family plan, only the account owner can change the family's region — all members share the same location setting.

If you change your region multiple times in a short period (for example, changing countries every few days), Spotify may temporarily lock your account or ask you to verify your identity. This is a security measure to prevent account fraud. Wait a few days before changing your location again if you see this message.

Songs that become unavailable after you change location are not deleted from your library — they straightforward cannot play in your new region. If you travel back to your previous location, they will become playable again without any action on your part.

Updating Your Payment Method for a New Location

When you change your region, check whether your current payment method is still valid in that location. Some credit cards and payment services only work in certain countries. If your payment method is not accepted, Spotify will notify you and ask you to update it before your next billing date.

If you are moving to a country where Spotify operates, your subscription will continue at the local price for that region. If you are moving to a country where Spotify does not operate, your account will be paused and you will not be charged until you update your location to a supported country.

Traveling and Temporary Location Changes

If you are traveling and want to listen to music from your home country, you do not need to change your region setting. Spotify allows you to listen to your saved music and offline downloads from anywhere, even if you are temporarily in a different country. You only need to change your location if you want to search for and discover new music available in your current location.

If you are staying in a new country for more than a few weeks, updating your location will give you access to local music and podcasts. You can always change it back when you return home. Keep in mind that if you change your location too frequently, Spotify may ask you to verify your account for security reasons.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use Spotify in a country where it is not officially available?

Spotify is available in over 180 countries, but not everywhere. If you are in a country where Spotify does not operate, your account will be paused and you cannot use the service. You would need to change your location to a supported country to resume listening. Some people use a VPN to access Spotify from unsupported regions, but this violates Spotify's terms of service.

Will changing my location affect my playlist or saved songs?

Your playlists and saved songs stay in your library, but some tracks may become unplayable if they are not licensed in your new region. The songs remain in your library and will play again if you return to a region where they are licensed. Downloaded songs will continue to play offline until they expire from your device's cache.

How often can I change my Spotify location?

You can change your location as often as you want, but Spotify monitors for unusual patterns. If you change your region multiple times in a short period, Spotify may temporarily lock your account or ask you to verify your identity for security. Wait a few days between changes if possible.

Does changing my location change my subscription price?

Yes, if you move to a different country where Spotify operates, your subscription price will adjust to the local rate for that region. Your payment method must be valid in your new location. If it is not, you will need to update it before your next billing date.

Can I change my location if I am on a family plan?

Only the account owner of a family plan can change the region. All family members share the same location setting. If you need a different region, the account owner must update it for everyone on the plan.