Are you looking for a way to enjoy ad-free music listening for your family without breaking the bank? Spotify offers a range of plans to suit different needs, and the Spotify Basic Family plan could be the perfect solution for households who want ad-free music at a more affordable price. This guide will walk you through everything you need to know about Spotify Basic Family, from its features to how to switch or cancel your subscription.
What is Spotify Basic Family?
Spotify Basic Family is a subscription plan designed for up to 6 family members living at the same address. It provides each member with their own individual Spotify account, allowing everyone in the household to enjoy ad-free music listening. Just like the Premium Family plan, Basic Family allows for offline listening and the ability to play songs in any order. The plan manager is responsible for the subscription payments and managing the members, and also has the ability to set explicit content filters for the accounts of other plan members.
However, it’s important to note that the Basic Family plan does not include monthly audiobook listening time, which is a feature of some other Spotify Premium plans. Audiobooks are available for separate, one-time purchases for Basic Family subscribers.
To help you understand the differences, here’s a comparison of what’s included in the Basic Family plan compared to the Premium Family plan:
| Feature | Premium Family | Basic Family |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Members | Up to 6 family members living at the same address | Up to 6 family members living at the same address |
| Individual Accounts | Yes | Yes |
| Ad-Free Music | Yes | Yes |
| Offline Listening | Yes | Yes |
| Play Songs in Any Order | Yes | Yes |
| High Audio Quality | Yes | Yes |
| Travel Abroad with Music | Yes | Yes |
| Explicit Content Filters | Yes (for plan manager to set for members) | Yes (for plan manager to set for members) |
| Monthly Audiobook Time | Included | Not Included |
Who Can Get Spotify Basic Family?
The Basic Family plan is available to existing Premium Family plan managers who are eligible to switch. If you are an eligible subscriber, you will see the Basic Family option displayed on your account page when you go to change your plan.
Please note the following:
- If you do not see Basic Family as an option in your account, it means you are not currently eligible to switch to this plan.
- Basic Family is not available to new Spotify subscribers directly.
- Members of Premium Student, Premium Duo, or existing Premium Family plans (who are not the manager) cannot switch to Basic Family individually.
- When a Premium Family plan manager switches to Basic Family, all existing members of the Premium Family plan are automatically carried over to the new Basic Family plan.
Switching to Spotify Basic Family
If you are eligible and wish to switch to the Basic Family plan, here’s how you can do it:
- Go to the Spotify website and log in to your account at spotify.com/account.
- In the Manage your plan section, click on Change plan.
- You will see a range of available plans. Choose the Basic plan option.
- Confirm your selection. Your subscription will be updated, and the new price will be applied on your next billing date.
Spotify accepts various recurring payment methods for the Basic Family plan, including credit or debit cards, PayPal, and Google Play Billing.
Canceling Your Spotify Basic Family Plan
If you decide to cancel your Basic Family plan, remember that you will not be able to resubscribe to Basic in the future. However, you can always choose other available Spotify plans.
Here are the steps to cancel your Basic Family subscription:
- Go to the Spotify website and log in to your account at spotify.com/account.
- Under Manage your plan, click on Change plan.
- Scroll down the page until you find the Cancel plan option and click on it.
- Follow the prompts to confirm your cancellation.
After canceling, you will continue to have access to the Basic Family plan features until your next billing date. After that date, your account will revert to the free Spotify service.
Spotify Basic Family offers a valuable option for families seeking ad-free music and offline listening at a more budget-friendly price point compared to the full Premium Family plan. If you are an existing Premium Family subscriber, check your account to see if you are eligible to switch and start saving while still enjoying a great music experience for everyone at home.
