Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority
TL;DR Spotify audio-only options are available today for Family Plan owners and expand to Free, Individual, and Student plans later this month.
Your preferences sync across all devices, though video ads will remain.
This follows recent leaks suggesting mobile playlist folder management is also on the way.
Ever get overwhelmed when you open up your favorite music streaming app, only to find mountains of podcasts, videos, and more? Spotify is now giving users control over video content, allowing them to switch between more visual and audio-only experiences with new content controls.
Spotify’s new update focuses on “intentionality,” and tries to move away from passive consumption models seen on other platforms. According to the company, the new toggles offer a much-requested layer of customization. Whether you want to save data, lower battery drain, or just keep focus on your music, you can now choose what works for you.
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The first phase of the rollout begins today and targets Family Plan members. Parents and plan owners can now toggle video content on or off for any plan member via the subscription settings. Previously, Spotify offered this only for kids’ accounts (under 13), but now it’s available to the entire household.
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