Spotify implements new QR code verification for Premium Family plan members
Premium Family members must now prove to Spotify they live in the same household as the account holder.
Spotify has introduced a new QR code verification system for Premium Family plan members, aiming to curb the sharing of accounts across households. Account holders are now required to scan the QR code displayed on their device to prove they are part of the same living arrangement. If a member fails to verify their identity within a seven-day window, they will be downgraded to the free tier and face a 12-month ban from accessing Premium Family or Duo plans.
This move echoes Netflix's crackdown on password-sharing, and it comes at a time when many users are frustrated with the limitation. While Spotify has not officially announced the change, a number of users on Reddit have received the verification prompts. Critics argue that the new system is overly restrictive, particularly for those who have moved out of their parents' homes but still share the same plan.
Additionally, the new verification process may alienate adult children helping their elderly parents navigate digital streaming services. Despite the backlash, Spotify has yet to comment on the new policy.
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