Spotify has launched a new feature that keeps the music flow uninterrupted even when users lose access to the Internet. The best part is that it doesn’t require users to save music beforehand. If you run out of mobile data or hit a rough connection zone during transit, the Spotify app will compile an ‘Offline Backup’ playlist of your recently played and queued songs. This playlist can be accessed only when you’re offline. Let’s take a look at how you can turn on and use Offline Backup on Spotify.
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Before you begin
Here’s what you need to use this feature on Spotify:
- You must be a Spotify Premium subscriber
- ‘Offline access’ must be enabled on the Spotify app
- You must have played at least 5 songs recently
- Spotify must have enough app cache
- The Spotify app must be updated to its latest version
Turn on Offline Backup on Spotify
Step 1: Launch the Spotify app on your smartphone.
Step 2: Tap your profile picture in the top-left corner of the screen.
Step 3: Select Settings and privacy.
Step 4: Tap on Data-saving and offline.
Step 5: Turn on the toggle switch next to Offline access.
How to use Offline Backup on Spotify
Step 1: For Offline Backup to work, you must have listened to at least five songs recently. If you cleared Spotify’s cache recently, you won’t find this playlist.
Step 2: If you don’t have access to the Internet, the Offline Backup playlist will appear on the home page.
Step 3: Tap the playlist to open it and hit the plus icon to save it in your library.
Step 4: Use the filters to sort the songs by mood, tempo, genre, and more.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How do I enable Offline Backup on Spotify?
Go to Settings and privacy>Data-saving and offline, and turn on the toggle switch next to Offline access.
Does Offline Backup use extra data?
Since Spotify uses existing data from the previously played and queued tracks to create the Offline Backup playlist, no additional data is used for creating the backup.
Where can I find the Offline Backup playlist on Spotify?
The Offline Backup playlist appears on your Spotify home page as soon as you go offline. You can add it to your library by tapping the plus icon.
Conclusion
This is how you can turn on and use Offline Backup on Spotify. If you can’t find this feature on your Spotify app, make sure it is updated to its latest version. While you’re here, check out how you can create an AI playlist on Spotify. If you have any questions, let us know in the comments!
