Back in the old days, accessing entertainment was so difficult and time-consuming, especially true for music lovers. They need to download MP3 files to listen to their favorite music and the latest song hits. While it allows offline access to songs, downloading MP3 files takes up so much space on your mobile phone or computer storage.
But at present, you no longer have to go through all that trouble since you can access songs from different artists globally via digital streaming platforms, such as Spotify. With Spotify, you can enjoy millions of songs, music videos and series, documentaries, and even podcasts by downloading the app on your mobile phone.
The app is also accessible for free via Spotify Basic, but if you want to enjoy your favorite music offline anytime and anywhere without interruption, subscribe to Spotify Premium plans for an ad-free experience. So if you want full access to Spotify privileges and benefits, check out our guide on how to pay Spotify Premium using GCash.
What are the Spotify Premium plans?
Before we discuss how to pay Spotify premium using GCash, let’s first talk about the plans offered by the platform.
As stated earlier, using Spotify Basic is free. But if you’re an avid music lover, here are the Spotify Premium plans you can subscribe to base on your budget and usage:
Premium Mini
Cost P7/ day with the following inclusion:
- 1-account
- Ad-free on mobile
- Group Session
- Download 30 songs on a 1-mobile device
Premium Individual
Cost P149/ month with the following inclusion:
- 1-account
- Ad-free
- Play online and offline
- On-demand playback
Premium Duo
Cost P185/ month with the following inclusion:
- 2-accounts for individuals living under the same roof
- Ad-free
- Play online and offline
- On-demand playback
Premium Family
Cost P214/ month with the following inclusion:
- 6-accounts for individuals living under the same roof
- Explicit music blocked
- Ad-free
- Play online and offline
- On-demand playback
How to Pay Spotify Premium Using GCash?
After choosing what Spotify Premium plan to subscribe with, ensure that your GCash wallet has sufficient funds. Also, you can subscribe with the latest affordable Spotify Premium offers as they have limited promos where you can avail of 3 monthly subscriptions for only P149 with terms and conditions applied. To start your subscription, follow the steps below on how to pay Spotify Premium using GCash:
- Launch the Spotify app on your mobile device.
- Click the Premium button and choose your preferred Spotify Premium plan.
- On the payment options, click Pay with GCash and PayMaya and select GCash. You can also automatically renew your monthly subscription, which you can cancel anytime for continuous usage or choose to prepay.
- Double-check your transaction details and click Start My Spotify Premium to proceed with the payment.
- Next, log in to your GCash wallet.
- Enter the 6-digit authentication code sent to your GCash-registered mobile number.
- Enter your 4-digit MPIN and click Next.
- Link your GCash wallet to Spotify by ticking the box GCash Terms and Conditions. Then, click the Authorize button.
- Wait for a confirmation message indicating Online Payment Linking Successful.
Afterward, remember your subscription date with Spotify since your GCash wallet will automatically be deducted from the fee every month. Nonetheless, if you no longer want to use Spotify Premium, you can cancel your subscription on your Spotify account by clicking Change Plan. Then, click Spotify Free plan and choose Cancel Premium.
