Spotify The European alternative to Apple Music
The Swedish music streaming leader
Sweden Streaming instead of Apple Music
About Spotify
Spotify is one of the world's best-known music streaming platforms, founded in Stockholm in 2006. As a Swedish company, Spotify is not subject to the US CLOUD Act.
Highlights
- Founded 2006 in Stockholm, Sweden
- Over 100 million songs and 6 million podcasts
- Available on all devices and operating systems
- Offline mode for premium users
- Algorithm-based personalization (Discover Weekly etc.)
Why European?
- Spotify AB is registered in Sweden (EU) – no US corporate background
- Subject to European data protection law (GDPR)
- US authorities have no direct access to user data
- European company headquartered in Stockholm
Pricing
Free (ad-supported) · Individual from €10.99/mo · Duo from €14.99/mo · Family from €17.99/mo · Student from €5.99/mo
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