How To Get No Ads On Spotify Iphone

Last Tuesday, I was on the bus, headphones in, absolutely living my best life to a lo-fi playlist. Then, out of nowhere, a cheerful voice started screaming about a mattress sale. I fumbled for my phone, hit the skip button, and felt my soul leave my body when I realized it was only the first of three ads I’d have to endure. We’ve all been there, right? That moment when you question every life choice that led you to a free Spotify account.

So, you want to know how to get rid of these digital mosquitoes? You’ve come to the right place, my friend. The short, boring, and entirely correct answer is Premium. But since you’re here, I’m guessing you’re looking for the other ways. The sneaky ones. The ones that feel like you’re pulling a fast one on a giant corporation. Let’s dive into the gray area, shall we? (Just kidding, mostly it’s just clever settings.)

The “I’m Broke But Clever” Method: Airplane Mode

This is the oldest trick in the book, and it works flawlessly for those who plan ahead. You need to have your favorite playlist, album, or podcast already downloaded to your phone. Seriously, go to the app, find the “Download” toggle, and let it buffer while you’re on Wi-Fi. Do this at home, not on the subway, or you’ll be staring at a loading screen for 20 minutes. Once you have those songs saved on your device, turn on Airplane Mode.

With your internet connection cut, Spotify can’t fetch the ad server. The app just thinks, “Oh, no connection, let me just play this cached file.” Boom. You get your music, uninterrupted, for as long as you stay in the air. The downside? You can’t browse new music, and your friend’s meme won’t load in your messages. But hey, no ads. It’s a trade-off. Remember to turn off Airplane Mode once you’re done, or you’ll miss that important call from your mom.

The “Weirdly Legal” Workaround: The Mute Button

Okay, this one isn’t about removing the ads, it’s about silencing them. I know, I know, it’s not a true hack. But hear me out. When an ad starts playing, you have to be fast. Slide your finger to the volume bar and aggressively mash the down button. You’ll see the ad’s timer ticking down in silence. It’s not elegant, and you’ll look like a maniac if you’re walking down the street, but it works. Pro-tip: Keep your thumb near the volume rocker at all times. It’s a reflex exercise, really. You’ll get stronger.

This method requires you to be constantly vigilant. It’s exhausting, but it gives you a weird sense of satisfaction. It’s like you’re playing a video game where the objective is “Don’t hear a single word about Uber Eats.” Honestly, after a week, you might just give up and buy Premium because of the sheer mental toll. But at least you tried, right?

The “Radical” Idea: Switch to a Different App

Let’s be real for a second. Spotify isn’t the only music player out there. Have you considered Youtube Music? Sometimes they offer a free trial that lasts for months. Or, what about the classic “download your music from the internet” approach? It’s 2024, we’re not doing that. Honestly, I’ve considered switching to a podcast app just to avoid the “Today’s Top Hits” ad that I’ve heard 4,000 times. (You know the one. The guy with the deep voice?)

But we both know you’ll come crawling back to Spotify because your playlists are there, and your social life depends on your Wrapped at the end of the year. So this is more of a fantasy to dwell on during the ad breaks. Just imagine a world where you click play and you just hear music. Ah, bliss.

The Brutal Truth: Just Pay For Premium

I’m going to be your conscience for a minute. You spend hours on this app. You use it to work out, to cry, to commute, to cook. You probably use Spotify more than your kitchen sink. Why are you denying the developers their coffee money? The student discount is like $5.99 a month. That’s less than a fancy coffee drink. I can feel you scoffing. I’m scoffing with you.

But let’s do the math. Your time is worth something. The energy you spend muting ads and toggling airplane mode is valuable. You could be using that brainpower to plot world domination or write a novel. Instead, you’re fighting a tiny speaker. Is it worth it? Sometimes, the easiest way to win is to stop playing the game. Plus, you get offline listening, which means you can finally stop being paranoid about data usage.

So, there you have it. You can either become a technical wizard with airplane mode, a thumb-muscle athlete with the mute button, or just let go and pay. Honestly, I’m a little tired from writing this, just thinking about all the ads I’ll get today. I’m going to go listen to something on my phone. Wish me luck. I’ll probably just stare at my screen and sigh until the ad is over.