How to Switch to Spotify Basic Subscription:

Spotify's new Basic subscription plan is now available in the United States, offering music and podcast streaming without audiobooks at a lower price. Here's how to switch:

Eligibility Requirements:

• Must be a current U.S. Spotify Premium subscriber
• Only available as a downgrade from Premium plans
• Cannot start directly as a Basic subscriber

Available Downgrade Options:

• Premium to Basic
• Premium Duo to Duo Basic
• Premium Family to Family Basic

Steps to Switch:

1. Log into your Spotify account
2. Navigate to 'Manage Subscription'
3. Look for the downgrade option to Basic
4. Follow the prompts to complete the switch

Important Notes:

• Basic plan not available on Spotify's subscription page
• If you cancel Basic, you must resubscribe to Premium first
• Spotify gift cards work only with Premium subscriptions
• Cannot switch between different Basic plan types (e.g., Basic Duo to Basic Family)
• Basic plan includes 15.2% royalty rate for songwriters and publishers

The Basic subscription offers the same music and podcast features as Premium, just without audiobook access, making it a good choice for users who don't need audiobook content.

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