Spotify introduces Paywall for Lyrics access
Spotify appears to be implementing a new strategy to encourage its free users to upgrade to a paid subscription by placing lyrics behind a paywall. The change, which has been quietly acknowledged by the company following complaints from users on Reddit , suggests a significant shift in Spotify's approach to features. Although Spotify has not issued a direct statement, it informed TechCrunch that its features may vary over time, across markets, and on different devices. This move isn't entirely unexpected, as indications of such a change surfaced last fall when Spotify began restricting access to lyrics for non-paying users. During this initial phase, free users attempting to access lyrics were prompted with a message prompting them to upgrade to Spotify Premium for access. While initially labeled as a test, Spotify no longer refers to the changes as such, hinting at a broader implementation. Despite these developments, Spotify has not documented the access to lyrics as a premium feat…
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