Spotify is the world's leading music streaming platform, but its subscription fees can add up — a personal plan costs around 15 yuan per month, which is a real expense over a year. Luckily, Spotify offers several official ways to save money, from student discounts to family account sharing. Choose the right plan and you can cut your monthly cost in half or even more.
Student Discount: Half Price Every Month
Spotify offers a dedicated discount for current students, cutting the price to roughly half the regular rate. As long as you can provide valid proof of student status (like a screenshot from Xuexin.com or a photo of your student ID), you can enjoy discounted Premium for up to four years. This plan includes all the same features as standard Premium — no ads, offline downloads, full access.
Note that you need to re-verify your student status each school year; you'll get an email reminder 30 days before expiry. If you graduate mid‑cycle, the discount ends automatically — you won't be charged the full price right away, but your account will revert to the free tier. Perfect for current university students; the money you save each year can buy several albums.
Family Plan: Split with 5 Others for Maximum Value
The Family Plan is Spotify's best long‑term deal — it supports up to 6 separate accounts, and the total price is only slightly more than two individual plans. For example, if a personal plan costs 15 yuan/month, the Family Plan is around 25 yuan/month. Split among 6 people, each pays less than 5 yuan. Each account has its own recommendations, playlists, and listening history — no interference.
The only requirement is that all members must live at the same address, but Spotify only verifies this through random checks — you might need to provide an address screenshot once in a while. It's best to team up with reliable friends or roommates. Avoid adding strangers; if someone violates the terms, the entire family group could be affected.
