Spotify expands parent-managed accounts to users on its free tier
Spotify is expanding its 'Managed Accounts' feature to free-tier users, allowing parents to control content and monitor listening habits for children. This update aims to provide safer digital experiences for younger users without requiring a paid subscription.
Why it matters
It reflects a growing trend of tech companies implementing parental controls to comply with regulatory pressures regarding child safety online.
Spotify announced on Wednesday that it’s bringing parent-managed accounts for kids to its free tier. Families in the U.S., U.K., Australia, France, Germany, and the Netherlands can now create a “Managed Account” for their child, a feature previously available only to paid subscribers.
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