Spotify will allow users to message one another
Music streaming service Spotify has announced the launch of a new messaging feature, which will allow users to speak directly with one another through the app.
Messages will start rolling out to Free and Premium users aged 16 years and older in select markets on mobile devices this week, Spotify said in a statement on Wednesday (27 August).
“Whether you’re sharing a new audiobook with a friend for book club, bonding over your new favorite song, or swapping history podcasts with Dad, the right recommendation can spark a great conversation with those closest to you. Messages are a fast and convenient way to share and chat about what you’re listening to with the people you care about.
“Messages also open up new opportunities for artists, authors, and creators – more users can spread the word about an artist’s track or creator’s podcast with their friends and family, helping drive discovery,” the group said.
How messages work
Messages are one-on-one conversations where you can share Spotify content and react with text and emojis.
- Share Spotify content and start a message in-app with people you’ve interacted with before through Spotify.
- When listening to a song, podcast, or audiobook in the Now Playing View, tap the share icon, select a friend, and hit send.
- Once you accept a message request, you’ll be able to react with emojis, send texts, and seamlessly share Spotify content back and forth. Access Messages by going to your profile photo in the top left corner.
Spotify said the messaging feature is designed for the conversations users are already having about music, podcasts, and audiobooks with their friends and family.
Users will also see suggested people to message based on things like whether you’ve previously shared Spotify content with them, joined Jams, Blends, or collaborative playlists together, or if you share a Family or Duo plan.
