US EditionSpotify to Hike Subscription Price
- On Jan. 15, Spotify announced Premium plans will increase within a month, affecting subscribers across different plans.
- Having raised prices in June 2024 and July 2023, Spotify said `Occasional updates to pricing across our markets reflect the value that Spotify delivers, enabling us to continue offering the best possible experience and benefit artists.`
- In the U.S., the Individual Premium plan will rise to $12.99 monthly from $11.99, and the Student Premium plan will climb to $6.99.
- Subscribers will be emailed details about their plan changes, with an example message showing new rates starting on a customer's February billing date for the next billing cycle.
- The story was published on Jan. 16, 2026, at 10:48 a.m. ET, with Melina Khan, USA TODAY's national trending reporter, providing contact details for follow-up.
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