Spotify’s New Feature: Finally, You Can Escape ‘Baby Shark’ on Repeat!

Spotify is launching managed accounts for kids under 13 in Denmark, New Zealand, and Sweden. Parents can now tailor content and prevent Encanto songs from hijacking their Spotify Wrapped.

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Hot Take:

Finally, Spotify is stepping in to save our Wrapped from the tyranny of “Baby Shark” and “Let It Go.” Parents, rejoice! No more side-eyes from your friends when your top artist of the year is Peppa Pig.

Key Points:

  • Spotify is testing managed accounts for kids under 13 in Denmark, New Zealand, and Sweden.
  • Managed accounts come with in-app controls for parents to filter content and manage playback settings.
  • Feature available to Premium Family plan users, costing $19.99/month in the US.
  • Parents can exclude specific playlists and artists from their taste profiles.
  • No US launch date announced yet for this feature.

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