How to Cancel Spotify Subscription without Downloads Loss

Part 1. What Happens After Spotify Cancellation?

When a user cancels their Premium subscription, they will lose access to several key features, with the most significant impact being on downloaded content. Premium subscribers enjoy the ability to download music and podcasts for offline listening, which is particularly useful for those who want to enjoy their favorite tracks without using mobile data or when they are in areas with limited internet connectivity. However, once the subscription is canceled, all downloaded content becomes unavailable.

While playlists and saved songs will still be accessible in the user's library, any music that was specifically downloaded for offline use will be removed from the device. This means that users will no longer be able to listen to those tracks without an internet connection. Instead, they will need to stream the music, which requires an active internet connection and will include ads in the free version of Spotify.

Part 2. Preparation for Cancellation: Keep Spotify Downloads From Losing

Spotify allows users to create and manage playlists easily. To ensure you don’t lose track of your favorite music, consider backing up your playlists.

The Tool You Require:

NoteCable Spotify Music Converter allows you to download music directly from Spotify to your computer, converting protected audio into plain tracks. These converted tracks are compatible with most players, meaning you can keep your favorite songs permanently, regardless of your subscription status. Importantly, NoteCable maintains the original sound quality. For detailed guides on downloading and converting Spotify music, you can refer to:

Steps to Download Spotify Music to Computer Local Place

Step 1Run NoteCable Spotify Music Converter on Computer

On your computer, simply start NoteCable Spotify Music Converter. Windows and Mac versions are provided above. Then, choose App Mode or Webplayer Mode as your conversion mode.

Step 2Access Your Spotify Library

If you choose Webplayer Mode, to access the Spotify Music library, You are required to enter your Spotify account information as instructed. Later, you will be led to the Spotify Web Player content.

Step 3Customize Spotify Music Output Settings

It is important that you make output settings a priority throughout the conversion process. Direct to the settings part where you are supposed to set up the output format, output sound quality and the output file name in your favor.

Step 4Put Spotify Playlist to Conversion Panel

Alright now, navigate to your favorite playlist. And the 'Click to add' function on the converter will be initiated. Click on the function and the current playlist will be read and put into a conversion panel.

If you want to convert multiple playlists simultaneously, you can click Add More to add other your preferred playlists and select the songs.

By clicking the 'Convert' function, you can start the conversion.

Step 5Check the Spotify Music Downloads on SD Card

In the final step, you can move to the 'Converted' section on the left bar. And by tapping the 'Folder' icon after the songs, you can reach out to the local place.

With NoteCable Spotify Music Converter, you have successfully backed up your Spotify downloads. Even if you cancel your subscription or it expires, you will not lose these music. What's more worth mentioning is that if you are a Spotify free user, you can also use NoteCable to download Spotify music for offline listening.

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Part 3. How to Cancel Spotify Subscription on Different Devices?

-On Desktop (Web Browser)

Step 1 Open your web browser and go to the Spotify website, then log in to your account using your credentials.

Step 2 Click on your profile picture in the top right corner and select "Account" from the dropdown menu.

Step 3 In the account overview, look for the "Your Plan" section. Click on "Change Plan".

Step 4 Scroll down to the bottom and find the option to "Cancel Premium". Click it.

Step 5 Follow the prompts to confirm the cancellation.

-On Mobile (iOS or Android)

Step 1 Open the Spotify app on your device.

Step 2 Tap on "Home" at the bottom left.

Step 3 Tap on the gear icon (Settings) in the top right corner.

Step 4 Tap on "Account".

Step 5 You will be redirected to your account in the web browser. Follow the steps from the desktop section starting from Step 4.

-On iPhone or iPad (via App Store)

Step 1 Open the Settings app on your device.

Step 2 Tap on your name at the top to access Apple ID settings.

Step 3 Tap on the gear icon (Settings) in the top right corner, and choose "Subscriptions" option.

Step 4 Find and select Spotify from the list.

Step 5 Tap on "Cancel Subscription" and confirm your cancellation.

-On Android (via Google Play Store)

Step 1 Open the Google Play Store app.

Step 2 Tap on the menu icon (three horizontal lines) in the top left corner.

Step 3 Select "Subscriptions", find and tap on Spotify.

Step 4 Tap on "Cancel Subscription" and follow the prompts to confirm.

-On a Smart TV or Gaming Console

Step 1 Open the Spotify app on your smart TV or gaming console.

Step 2 Navigate to "Settings" or "Account".

Step 3 You may need to log in to your account via a web browser to cancel, as many devices do not support direct cancellation through the app.